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Graduate Studies

At PNW, a doctoral-granting institution, graduate programs are flexible and rigorous. We offer high-quality education at cost-effective rates while providing intimate class sizes and expansive opportunities.

Daniel Appiah Gyekye

When I came to Purdue Northwest, I was able to interact with people from different cultures and backgrounds. I learned a lot about leadership and the procedures of administration.

Graduate Samuel Arjona is pictured.

PNW gave me the fundamentals for my career, and I feel very confident about my capabilities now.

David Richter is pictured.

I wanted to go to a smaller school because professors will actually know who I am. I will be David, the guy who sits on the right, not just one person in a class of 250.

I have all the faith that I was given a superior education at Purdue Northwest’s CFT Program. I didn’t know it at the time, but a small cohort size is a huge asset in a graduate program. I felt challenged and supported by supervisors who knew me well and had the time to mold me into the therapist, researcher and person I am today.

Mary Kate Shannon
Couple and Family Therapy

PNW Alum Hugo Cedeno

PNW prepared me not only for my doctoral studies but also for my future career in the industry. I developed research skills and improved my ability to solve realistic problems that are faced by engineers and managers in the industry.

Hugo Cedeno ‘20, Ph.D., Civil Engineering and Computational Science

I’ve had an opportunity to meet people from different industries and backgrounds. And I’ve learned from every single one of them. I find that I’m a better student and a better employee because of that experience.

Amanda Trinidad, Executive MBA | Chicago, IL

Resources

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Graduate Admissions

Learn everything you need to know about applying to PNW graduate programs.

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Opportunities for Support

Financial aid isn’t just for undergraduates. Learn more about our scholarships, staff positions and research grants.

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Graduate Costs

Explore the cost of your PNW education, including personalized tools to help you estimate your costs.

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International Students

Explore details for international students as you take the step to join our vibrant, diverse community.

Aug 29

Graduate Students – December Graduate Plan of Study Deadline

The last day for a plan of study to be received by the Graduate Studies Office is Friday, August 29, 2025, to graduate in December.

Aug 29

Last Day for 100% Refund for Fall 2025

Friday, August 29 is the last day to get a refund for full-term Fall 2025 courses. 

Sep 01

Campus Closed: Labor Day

There will be no classes and the University will be closed in observance of Labor Day on Monday, September 1.

Sep 09

Fall 2025 STEM Industry Fair

The 2025 STEM Industry Fair is a business casual networking event for students and alumni of Purdue University Northwest that are seeking full time employment and internships in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering & Math.

News and Announcements

PNW master’s student named to Conexus Indiana’s Rising 30 Class of 2025

Angela Perez, BS ’21, and current graduate student at Purdue University Northwest (PNW), was named to the Conexus Indiana Rising 30 Class of 2025. She was recognized for her significant contribution to the advanced manufacturing and logistics industry.

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Purdue University Northwest students earn spring 2025 Dean’s List honors

The Purdue University Northwest (PNW) 2025 spring semester Dean’s List recognizes 1,746 undergraduate students for their academic achievements.

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PNW’s academic quality reaffirmed through completed accreditation assurance review

Purdue University Northwest (PNW) earned approval of its 2025 Assurance Review submitted to the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), the institution’s regional accreditor, verifying the university’s commitment to serving students with high-quality resources and efforts supporting institution-wide improvement.