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Department of History, Philosophy, Politics and Economics

You can find intellectual enrichment and the tools to succeed in diverse careers with this marketable education for the 21st century.

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Our rigorous programs bring real-world experience to the classroom, building the knowledge you need to succeed.

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Undergraduate

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History

BA

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History: Social Studies Teaching

BA

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Liberal Studies

BLS

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Political Science

BA

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Ethics Certificate

Certificate

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Philosophy of Ethics, Politics and Law Certificate

Certificate

Diversity Studies (Minor)

Minor

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Economics (Minor)

Minor

Global Studies (Minor)

Minor

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History (Minor)

Minor

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Philosophy (Minor)

Minor

Philosophy, Ethics, Religion (Minor)

Minor

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Political Science (Minor)

Minor

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Public Policy and Administration (Minor)

Minor

Graduate

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History, MA

MA

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Get active in the campus community. There’s a campus life here – give it a try! It will make your experience here a lot better.

Joseph Ignatuk, ’24, Political Science

Raymond Kosinski

The professors at PNW have always set clear expectations and shared information enthusiastically and engagingly. Discussion was not only had, but encouraged. Overall, the professors at PNW provided an experience that encouraged engagement and helped build connections.

Raymond Kosinski, ‘22, History

Erica Nichols

My learning opportunities afforded to me in PNW's kind and welcoming environment have carried me well through graduate school, all the way to finishing my dissertation, acquiring a Ph.D. in Philosophy and becoming an assistant professor.

Erica Nichols, Philosophy

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PNW provides a great learning environment for its students and resources for their success.

Tiffany Schoof, History

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Purdue University Northwest students earn spring 2026 Dean’s List honors

The Purdue University Northwest spring 2026 Dean’s List recognizes 1,834 undergraduate students for their academic achievements.

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PNW named Best University in the Region

Purdue University Northwest was named “Best University” for a third consecutive year in The Times of Northwest Indiana newspaper’s 2026 “Best of the Region” ballot!

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Purdue University Northwest graduates urged to hold onto virtues amid technological advancements

Major shifts in modern-day technologies, such as artificial intelligence, are transforming how people learn, work, communicate and more.

Important Dates

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Aug 07

Summer 2026 Session Ends

The Summer 2026 Session ends on August 7, 2026. 

Aug 11

Summer 2026 Grades Due

The Summer 2026 Grades are due on August 11, 2026, by 5 p.m. CST.

Aug 24

Fall 2026 Classes Begin

PNW is welcoming back all students for another semester. First day of classes is Monday, August 24, 2026.

Sep 07

Campus Closed: Labor Day

There will be no classes and the University will be closed in observance of Labor Day on Monday, September 7.