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Department of Psychology

We foster a student-centered learning environment, rooted in psychology’s principles and facilitating effective communication skills and social growth.

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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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Psychology

BS

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Psychology (Minor)

Minor

Graduate

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Doctor of Psychology

PsyD

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Master's in Psychology

MS

I did my psychology internship my sophomore year. I was shadowing a clinical psychologist who did assessments, and that’s when I realized assessments were what I wanted to do.

Sydney Stone, ’23, Psychology

Daizha Hunter

Psychology is so broad… There are so many career paths you can take and I liked the flexibility of being able to change my path if I want to.

Daizha Hunter, Psychology, ’22

PNW helps me Power Onward with the amount of help available at the university, whether it be clubs, tutoring options, or one-on-one time with professors.

Breona Keys, ’22, Psychology

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My education at PNW has taught me how to work independently.

McKenna Haynes
Psychology, ’21

PNW is unique because of this collective spirit of acceptance, support and appreciation for diversity that is embodied by the campus community.

Joel Tokarczyk, ’20, Psychology

Resources

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Invest in Your Future

Student Resources

Take advantage of resources, including scholarships and student organizations.

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Meet Psychology

Our Faculty

Our faculty are accomplished in teaching, research, publication, and practice.

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Paying for College

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Explore PNW scholarships–including specialty ones for our students.

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NWI IMPETUS

Our Work

The NWI IMPETUS program seeks to increase and enhance prevention child trauma prevention and intervention efforts throughout Northwest Indiana.

News & Announcements

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Gisele Casanova, Maureen Bauer, Nicole Schmidt, Tara Petito and Nicky Ali Jackson pose together under a projector screen that displays the logo for the Gabby Petito Foundation.

PNW Hosts Conversation on Domestic Violence Awareness

In recognition of October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, PNW’s College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences presented “The Gabby Petito Story,” a fireside chat-style event with guest panelists Nicole Schmidt and Tara Petito.

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What is the Best Major for Law School?

Choosing a major for law school can feel overwhelming. Unlike other professional schools, there are no required undergraduate majors. This gives you the freedom to choose studies that align with your strengths and interests!

Shelby Hunter

Center for Faculty Excellence New Faculty Member Spotlight: Meet Shelby Hunter

Purdue University Northwest’s Center for Faculty Excellence proudly welcomes Shelby Hunter, assistant professor of Psychology, to the university’s 2025–26 faculty cohort.

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Dec 13

Fall 2025 Classes End

Fall Classes end Saturday, December 13. Next week are final exams! Make sure to study and enjoy your break after!

Dec 15

Fall 2025 Final Exams

Get ready to start your final exams! Final exams run from Monday, December 15, through Saturday, December 20.

Dec 22

Fall 2025 Final Grades Due

A reminder to all faculty that final grades are due by Monday, December 22 at 5 p.m. (Central Time Zone). Enjoy your break!