Is Purdue University Northwest worth it?
Purdue University Northwest is a public, four-year institution in Hammond, Indiana (large suburb). It awarded 1,530 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in registered nursing; registered nursing, nursing administration; and computer science.
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Federal context for Purdue University Northwest
Published by the federal government for federally aided students. It does not say which employers hire graduates.
Median earnings 1 year after
$58,694
Median earnings 4 years after
$73,337
Median earnings 10 years after
$48,318
Average net price
$6,079
Completion rate
43%
Completions (2024)
1,530
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
5,671
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $77,691 | $88,935 | 804 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $45,071 | $49,224 | 107 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $25,541 | $49,326 | 76 |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians | Bachelor's | $65,059 | $85,242 | 73 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Master's | $65,615 | $88,461 | 69 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | $68,632 | $91,229 | 68 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $33,155 | $48,094 | 59 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Master's | $108,669 | $119,447 | 58 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $44,971 | $57,191 | 58 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $41,942 | $63,333 | 54 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $27,436 | $42,322 | 52 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Bachelor's | $49,993 | $69,186 | 49 |
| Human Resources Management and Services | Bachelor's | $47,640 | $67,466 | 47 |
| Sociology | Bachelor's | $35,334 | $48,830 | 46 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering | Bachelor's | $79,917 | $96,206 | 37 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, Other | Bachelor's | 214 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 132 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Master's | 88 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 77 |
| Engineering/Industrial Management | Master's | 55 |
| Speech Communication and Rhetoric | Bachelor's | 52 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 49 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 44 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | 42 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | 41 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 34% | 8,593 |
| Educational Services | 14% | 3,455 |
| Manufacturing | 10% | 2,459 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 7% | 1,792 |
| Retail Trade | 7% | 1,756 |
| Finance and Insurance | 4% | 1,043 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 4% | 976 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 4% | 971 |
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Sources: federal figures for Purdue University Northwest. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Indiana. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page