For Parents and Guardians
Prospective Families
Choosing a college is a big step, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. Explore resources designed to help you stay informed, feel confident and guide your student as they consider PNW.
Current Families
As your student begins their journey at PNW, we want you to feel connected, informed and empowered. These tools and opportunities help you stay engaged in their experience and celebrate their growth along the way.
Resources
PNW’s residence halls have everything your student needs to feel connected and at home.
PNW is all about quality education at a manageable price. Explore tuition, fees and financial aid.
Have questions? Contact us!
We are available to answer questions and provide additional information about our programs, services and resources for parents and guardians. We are happy to help.
Christina Maldonado
Director of Admissions for Parents, Community and Early Education
219-989-2708
parents@pnw.edu
Preview PNW: The Westville Experience
Nov. 19
Want to learn more about Purdue University Northwest? Preview PNW—The Westville Experience is an open-house event that shares how PNW offers real-world experience at the Westville campus.
Sinai Forum 2026
Fall 2026
The Purdue University Northwest Sinai Forum brings exceptional voices to Northwest Indiana for engaging conversations that deepen understanding, broaden perspective and illuminate the questions shaping our world.
News and Announcements
Purdue University Northwest adds mural by local artist to Hammond campus
PNW has added a new mural to the Hammond campus. Created by a local artist, the artwork brings a fresh look to the Mane Zone corridor in the Classroom Office Building (CLO) while celebrating the spirit of PNW and artistic talent from the surrounding community.
Center for Faculty Excellence New Faculty Member Spotlight: Meet Claudia Lorena Jaramillo-Barbosa
Get to know more about Claudia Lorena Jaramillo-Barbosa, continuing lecturer of Spanish!
Celebrate International Education Week 2026
The Office of International Programs and Partnerships (IPP) is excited to invite the entire Purdue University Northwest community to celebrate International Education Week (IEW) 2026, November 16 to 20!