Student Life
With over 60 student organizations, intramural sports and an inclusive and welcoming campus community, PNW students have plenty of ways to get involved, make new friends and create lasting college memories.
Kickstart Your Career
At PNW, our rigorous undergraduate and graduate business degree programs bring real-world experience to the classroom, building the knowledge you need to succeed.
Undergraduate Business Degree Programs
We offer bachelor’s degrees in areas such as finance, banking, hospitality management, entrepreneurship and more. Choose a Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Business or any degree that matches your career goals.
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Homecoming
Let's Unite the Pride for Homecoming 2023! Come out and experience our favorite HoCo traditions and create new memories during this annual celebration of PNW.
September 3 to 9
From Pride Stride to the Homecoming Sports Festival, we can’t wait to see the entire PNW community during this week-long celebration! View all of our fun-filled events below.
Zakyra Jordan
Chemistry, Hammond
“The professor-student ratio allows students to get more one-on-one time, while also enabling students to build a professional relationship with their professors. I enjoyed getting to travel to the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, New Mexico to present my research on the Synthesis of Cannabidiol Analogs.”
Keeley Mazurkiewicz
Biology, Manteno, Illinois
“The Department of Biological Sciences offered interesting and challenging classes, and the biology staff collaborated with other departments, which allowed me to pursue biochemical research projects.”
Carolyn Brunt
Biology, Highland
“Faculty and staff make themselves available at the student’s convenience for any assistance the student may need, whether it be something as trivial as homework help or a topic of significance in that student’s life, such as course registration and career counseling. With the help of such admirable faculty, I graduated with B.S. degrees in both Biotechnology and Chemistry in four years.”
Seidu Mahama
Chemistry, Indianapolis
“As the president of the Chemistry and Physics Club for two years, I gained tremendous leadership experience. This also provided me with opportunities to serve in the community, and ultimately enhanced my application and admittance into medical school.”
I've built personal relationships with my professors and I now have career opportunities I could never have imagined before
The MS degree exposed me to areas of the field I normally do not have the chance to gain hands on experience, but work side by side with those teams. The exposure to the other fields of IT personally helps me understand how to solution a problem from end to end.
Why Study Away?
In addition to being an incredible, transformative experience, a study-away program can bring a host of academic, professional and personal benefits!
- Add a global dimension to your academics, career and life.
- Travel to new places and gain memories to last a lifetime.
- Build independence and teamwork skills across cultures.
- Develop experience to help you succeed in a global environment.
If you are interested in studying away or have questions, please email studyaway@pnw.edu.
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Accounting Major Curriculum
Our bachelor’s in accounting curriculum combines courses that are innovative, relevant and challenging with career-focused experiences that prepare you for a dynamic career.
You’ll take a balance of general education courses, College of Business core courses and accounting courses—plus an experiential learning course, where you’ll apply your professional knowledge and technical skill in a real-world setting.
Build a foundation with first-year seminar and introduction to business courses.
Sample Courses
- BUSM 10000 – Freshman Seminar In Business
- BUSM 10100 – Introduction To Business
Grow your skills with the second year seminar as well as introductory accounting and management accounting.
Sample Courses
- BUSM 20000 – Second Year Seminar in Business
- ACC 20000 – Introductory Accounting
- ACC 20100 – Management Accounting I
Increase your focus on with a third-year seminar course, as well as two intermediate accounting courses and classes on managerial/cost accounting and information systems.
Sample Courses
- BUSM 30000 – Third Year Seminar In Business
- ACC 35000 – Intermediate Accounting I
- ACC 40700 – Managerial/Cost Accounting
In your final year, you’ll study financial statements analysis, tax accounting and auditing. You’ll also complete the fourth-year seminar In business course.
Sample Courses
- BUSM 40000 – Fourth Year Seminar In Business
- ACC 40600 – Auditing
- ACC 40900 – Accounting Information Systems
Celebrate Welcome Weeks!
Starting August 18!
Join us for the Fall 2023 Welcome Weeks celebration! Connect with fellow students at the welcome rallies, meet new students while connecting with student organizations, faculty and staff at the welcome picnic, or participate in fun events like movie nights and esports tournaments!
Celebrate Welcome Weeks!
Starting August 18!
Join us for the Fall 2023 Welcome Weeks celebration! Connect with fellow students at the welcome rallies, meet new students while connecting with student organizations, faculty and staff at the welcome picnic, or participate in fun events like movie nights and esports tournaments!
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Academic and Student Success Advisor
Allison has worked at PNW since 2018 and currently advises for the Honors College. She enjoys advising because she loves working with students who are figuring out their direction. She feels it’s an honor to be a part of their journey as they learn about themselves.
Allison loves working at PNW because “PNW students are determined and dedicated! Their hard work motivates me to be at my best.”
Accreditation
Business programs are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, International (AACSB).
Hospitality and Tourism Management programs are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Programs in Hospitality Administration (ACPHA).
How to Join
Fill out the TRIO application linked below. If you meet the criteria, we will schedule an appointment to learn about you and your academic and career ambitions.
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Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
Concentration: Professional Nursing (BSN)
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Nursing Degree Program Overview
Purdue University Northwest’s College of Nursing maintains a commitment to quality, evidence-based nursing education and has a reputation for nursing excellence. Our nursing major with a concentration in professional nursing keeps pace with the ever-changing healthcare delivery systems and technological advances while being rooted in fundamental humanistic philosophies.
We offer you a program that’s affordable and respected. Gain the credentials you need to advance your career goals at a designated NLN Center of Nursing Excellence that is home to the Indiana Center for Evidence Based Nursing Practice: a Joanna Briggs Institute.
Business Information and Analytics Highlights
The Business Information and Analytics program at PNW offers courses taught by industry professionals and globally recognized faculty. Our courses follow a cutting-edge curriculum and receive hands-on learning experiences to provide business information and analytics students with experience in rapidly changing industries.
Business Information and Analytics Degree Outcomes
PNW’s business information and analytics program provides you with the knowledge and skills you need to respond to the latest challenges in business today. You’ll be equipped with essential analytical tools, including advanced spreadsheet applications and complex data analytics techniques.
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- Financial or budget analyst
- Bookkeeper
- Audit clerk or assistant
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I've built personal relationships with my professors and I now have career opportunities I could never have imagined before
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Jan 13
Spring 2025 Classes BeginWe’re excited to kick off another semester of learning and PNW Pride. Power Onward!
Jan 13
Spring 2025 Late RegistrationLate registration is the first week of classes – January 13 to 17.
Jan 17
Last Day for 100% Refund for Spring 2025If you drop Spring courses that are outside of the banded tuition rate, this is the last day to get a 100% refund.
Purdue Northwest faculty and students are dedicated to Northwest Indiana and want to provide support to enrich the lives of those in our community. Universities are not islands, but rather great contributors to the overall well-being of their communities.
Thomas L. Keon, PNW Chancellor
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The MS degree exposed me to areas of the field I normally do not have the chance to gain hands on experience, but work side by side with those teams. The exposure to the other fields of IT personally helps me understand how to solution a problem from end to end.
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We have pizza, burgers, salads, soups, sandwiches, and, of course, coffee. Explore dining options on both campuses.
Stay Healthy
Both PNW campuses have state-of-the-art fitness and recreation centers, with many ways to keep your body — and mind — in shape.
Campus Traditions
Part of the Pride
From our Pride Stride color run to Roaring Loud, PNW campus traditions bring our community together all year long.
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– 96% Full-Time Freshman
– Over 56% First Gen
– 25.8% Hispanic or Latino
– Nearly 11% Black or African American
– Nearly 4% Multiracial
– Nearly 3% Asian
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Events like our Hispanic Heritage Festival allow students to learn about and celebrate the diversity and richness that other cultures and communities can offer.
The Nils K. Nelson Bioscience Innovation Building provides ample space for hanging out between classes, studying and group projects!
Alfredo “Al” Sori presented as the keynote speaker for PNW’s spring commencement ceremony May 15.
Sculptures and gardens enhance the 250+ acre Westville campus. Walking trails and study benches promote a peaceful, calm learning environment.
PNW at a Glance
Take a look around. We think you’ll like what you see.
- General accountant or staff accountant
- Financial or budget analyst
- Bookkeeper
- Audit clerk or assistant
96% Full-Time Freshmen
New students add to our vibrant campus community each fall.
15:1 Student-to-Faculty Ratio
Small class sizes foster individual attention and mentorship opportunities.
Approximately 8,900 Students
We’re bigger than your high school, but not so big that you’re just a number.
70+ Areas of Study
From engineering to education, our six colleges have majors, concentrations and courses to suit every passion.
30 Miles to Chicago
All the perks of a world-class city are just a half hour drive away from PNW’s main Hammond campus.
15 Miles to the Dunes
Enjoy the natural beauty of the Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan, right by PNW’s Westville branch campus.
38 Countries Represented
Students come from all over the world to study at PNW.
17 NCAA Division II Athletic Teams
We pair high-quality academics with competitive athletics. Suit up or come cheer us on!
68,000+ Alumni
Connect with and get support from our global alumni community.
Latest Updates
Purdue University Northwest Invites Public to Join 2025 MLK Day Celebrations
Purdue University Northwest invites the public to join its annual celebration of the life and legacy of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. through free programming on Jan. 16 and Jan. 20, 2025.
Purdue University Northwest Graduates Encouraged to Commit to Themselves and Their Dreams
Purdue University Northwest celebrated summer and fall 2024 graduates during two ceremonies held Saturday, Dec. 14. A total of 650 candidates were recognized for not only their commitment to academic excellence, but also their grit exhibited through student leadership, community service and extracurricular involvement.
New Schedule for Commencement Ceremonies
Beginning Spring 2025, Purdue University Northwest will hold a single commencement ceremony each year in May.