Purdue University Northwest (PNW) is a public university. It is part of the Purdue University system, which is a publicly funded institution in Indiana. PNW was formed in 2016 through the merger of Purdue University Calumet and Purdue University North Central.
As a public university, PNW receives state funding and offers lower tuition rates for Indiana residents compared to private institutions. It provides a range of undergraduate and graduate programs, emphasizing accessibility and affordability while maintaining the academic standards of the Purdue University system.