College of Nursing
Grow your career in the country’s most trusted profession by enrolling in PNW's College of Nursing, a designated NLN Center of Nursing Excellence.
Kickstart Your Career
Our rigorous programs bring real-world experience to the classroom, building the knowledge you need to succeed.
Undergraduate
Graduate
The program is very well formulated and constructed. Everything I’ve learned from the start has been a solid base that I’ve been able to build upon.
We have so many fantastic hospital systems all around in Northwest Indiana. No matter what direction you go, there’s a hospital... Those connections can change your life.
Everything is laid out for you from the beginning, you know what classes you have to take and it gives you a timeline to follow your progress.
I was also able to work hands-on with the instructors and other students – it was like a close-knit community. The instructors provided us with really great resources to help us succeed and get us ready for our real careers.
I really got that one-on-one experience with my professors. I liked being able to contact them and having them respond quickly. They were always there and willing to help.
The reason I love PNW is it has a really great reputation, great job placement, great clinicals and great professors. It’s affordable, close to home, and you’re able to get involved on campus.
The Highest Standard
PNW’s College of Nursing is a designated NLN Center of Nursing Excellence. The recognition is given to nursing programs that demonstrate sustained excellence in faculty development, nursing education research, and in student learning and professional development
Additional Resources
Online Programs
Our online nursing programs offer working nurses a high-quality and affordable pathway to your next credential.
How to Apply
No matter where you are in your career, PNW’s College of Nursing has a program to help you move forward.
Student Resources
Explore essential resources to help you on your path to success.
Virtual Tour
Explore the state-of-the-art Nils K. Nelson Bioscience Innovation Building, which has entire sections designed to look just like physicians’ offices or acute care facilities.
PNW Nursing Programs Recognized Nationally
Purdue University Northwest earned recognitions for several undergraduate programs and social mobility in U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 annual Best Colleges rankings. PNW’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program was named 86 nationally among best undergraduate nursing programs
News
Purdue University Northwest Nursing faculty member earns Fulbright award
PNW associate professor of Nursing Janet H. Davis received a U.S. Fulbright Faculty Scholar award to develop and strengthen Nursing leadership and teaching in Sri Lanka during the 2024-25 academic year.
Scrubbing in: Meet 2024 PNW graduate Christopher Pabey
Christopher Pabey was first inspired by nurses when he was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at age 8. Now, he’s on his way to graduate from our College of Nursing, hoping to do the same for others.
Stepping up to the challenge: Meet PNW 2024 graduate Allison Arnold
Allison Arnold knew she wanted to work in healthcare from a young age. This week, she graduates with a bachelor’s of science in Nursing.
Important Dates
Jul 01
Deadline to Submit Summer 2024 Residency Application
Residency Applications for Summer 2024 are due by 4:30 pm on Monday, July 1. For more information, visit the Residency web page.
Jul 04
Campus Closed: Independence Holiday
In observance of Independence Day, both Hammond and Westville campuses will be closed and there will be no classes. Classes resume on Friday, July 5.
Jul 08
Nurse Camp (Hammond Campus)
Students entering their sophomore year of high school can start their nursing journey this summer with PNW’s faculty-led nursing camp!
Accreditation
The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. (ACEN) granted continuing accreditation to the baccalaureate, master’s and post-master’s certificate programs with the next evaluation visit scheduled for fall 2027.
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The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. (ACEN) granted accreditation to the post-master’s doctor of nursing practice (DNP) program with the next evaluation visit scheduled for Spring 2028.
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