Overview

Computer engineering shapes the world we live in today. Computer engineers help create the hardware and software that networks the world via the Internet; microprocessors in devices; and the software that supports virtual reality, robotics and biomedical innovations.

As a PNW Computer Engineering student, you’ll have the advantage of studying in an ABET- accredited program. Learn project management and effective communication skills essential for the engineering profession, in addition to gaining extensive technical expertise. The graduates are recruited by a wide range of industries with competitive starting salaries.

The Computer Engineering program from Purdue University Northwest are ranked 50th in the nation among comprehensive universities by US News and World Report. Class sizes are small, labs are state-of-the-art and all faculty members have Ph.D. degrees in their areas of instruction. You have the opportunity to earn baccalaureate and master’s engineering degrees within five years.

Career Paths

Computer Engineering grads are prepared for a wide variety of careers, including:

Software Developer
Systems Software Engineer

Computer Hardware Engineer

The alumni are employed with remarkable companies in the region and across the country, including:

Cisco Systems

Hewlett Packard

National Semiconductor

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Elementary Engineering Design

Integrated Calculus and Analytic Geometry

Digital System Design

Object Oriented Programming

Linear Circuit Analysis

Engineering Project Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hammond, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Students who have not attended a previous college must submit a non-refundable $25 application fee.
PNW will accept unofficial copies of academic transcripts to start the international admissions process. Upon matriculation, documents should be sent or hand-delivered in an envelope, sealed by a secondary school, college, university or examination board.
If the student is in their final year of secondary school, they should submit current secondary school transcripts for review and can submit final transcripts and examinations upon graduation.
International Admissions completes the credential evaluation for undergraduate, English Language Program and non-degree students, and we do not require a WES or ECE credential evaluation report. (However, if a student has a WES or ECE report and wants to submit it, we will accept it.)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

20190 USD / year

≈ 20190 USD / year
Out-of-State

12968 USD / year

≈ 12968 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

8672 USD / year

≈ 8672 USD / year

Living costs

Hammond

United States

1012 - 1638 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Career Paths

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Hammond

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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