School of Engineering
Nationally ranked programs. ABET accreditation. Student teams in national competitions. PNW Design Studio. Come be a part of something BIG!
Academic Programs
Our rigorous programs bring real-world experience to the classroom, building the knowledge you need to succeed.
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PNW is a phenomenal choice with an outstanding location and great courses. Just be sure to join some clubs to make connections and memories.
The professors are great! They go out of their way to make sure you’re understanding and learning the material. They’re also available to help you when you need it.
Studying at PNW has been a great experience. I have met so many wonderful people and learned so much. I am happy I made the decision to attend PNW.
I’ve met a lot of amazing people and have had a lot of great experiences at PNW, and I’m very happy I chose to come here.
I chose to attend PNW for the opportunity to play soccer at the Division II level and because of the course catalog of Computer Science.
I came into college with barely any knowledge on what computer science truly was and have thrived.
Take the opportunities that are given to you. Don’t be afraid of them. There are a lot of opportunities and room for growth at PNW, so embrace it and try new things and see where you fit in the most.
PNW Named Among 2025 Best Midwest Universities by U.S. News & World Report
PNW’s School of Engineering ranked 62 nationally among engineering schools whose highest awarded degrees are bachelor’s or master’s degrees in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 annual Best Colleges rankings
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Apply today to one of our nationally ranked programs and prepare for your engineering future!
Where ideas flow
The PNW Design Studio is THE place for engineering students to study and collaborate, brainstorm new engineering concepts and build projects for national competitions.
Faculty & Staff
Our talented academics and professionals have the backgrounds to give you a rewarding educational experience.
The PNW Design Studio is THE place for engineering students and Senior Design groups to study and collaborate, give presentations, brainstorm new engineering concepts, and is where our student teams build projects for national competitions.
Senior Design provides engineering students with supervised experience in the process and practice of engineering design. A spring ’21 team converted a truck into an electric vehicle, which is now owned by PNW!
The 2019 Steel Bridge Team advanced to the national finals for the first time in PNW history.
Student competition teams are a great opportunity to get to know fellow engineering students and put your skills to work. The PNW NASA Rover Team designs and builds two rovers each year for competition at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville, Ala.
One of the PNW rover teams prepares for competition at the NASA Human Exploration Rover Challenge in 2019. Both PNW teams finished in the top 10.
Announcements
Which Degree is Right for Me – Engineering or Engineering Technology?
Engineers and engineering technologists are problem-solvers who help design, build and improve the world around us. From bridges and buildings to apps, machines and energy systems, they help turn ideas into real, working solutions.
PNW Connects Local High School Students with Hands-On Clean Energy Education
The Clean Energy and Smart Grids program, supported by the NiSource Charitable Foundation and NIPSCO, will educate students and teachers at East Chicago Central High School and Hammond Central High School through on-campus learning sessions and visits to energy facilities.
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.
Important Dates
Sep 14
Deadline to Submit Fall 2025 Application to GraduateStudents completing their degree requirements in Fall 2025 are required to apply to graduate by Saturday, September 14.
Sep 16
Deadline to Submit Fall 2025 Residency ApplicationResidency Applications for Fall 2025 are due by 4:30 pm on Tuesday, September 16. For more information, visit the Residency web page.
Sep 23
Fall 2025 Career ExpoThe Fall 2025 career fair is being held for students and alumni of Purdue University Northwest that are seeking full time employment and internships across all industries and academic majors.
Accreditation
Purdue University Northwest’s Bachelor of Science program in Computer Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Electrical, Computer, Communications, Telecommunication(s) and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Criteria.
Purdue University Northwest’s Bachelor of Science program in Electrical Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Electrical, Computer, Communications, Telecommunication(s) and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Criteria.
Purdue University Northwest’s Bachelor of Science program in Civil Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Civil and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Criteria.
Purdue University Northwest’s Bachelor of Science program in Mechanical Engineering is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Mechanical and Similarly Named Engineering Programs Criteria.