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  • Students

    Find out more about the characteristics of students who attend PNC.

  • Admissions

    See how many students applied, accepted, and enrolled at PNC. Learn more about students’ high school preparation and test scores.

  • College Costs & Financial Aid

    Learn about costs to attend PNC and how much financial aid is typically awarded.

  • College Cost Estimator

    Estimate your cost to attend PNC in a few simple steps.

  • Classes and Campus Life

    Learn more about professors, where students live, and campus safety at PNC.

  • Student Experiences

    Discover ways to be actively involved in your education at PNC – inside and outside the classroom.

  • Majors, Graduation and Next Steps

    See which majors are most popular at PNC and what recent graduates plan to do after earning their bachelor's degree.

  • Student Success & Progress

    Discover how many students who start at PNC finish their bachelor's degree and how long it takes.

  • Student Learning Outcomes

    Figure out what learning gains to expect in critical thinking, writing, and other important subjects at PNC.

Purdue University North Central

At PNC, one of four campuses within Indiana’s prestigious Purdue University, you’ll find the personal attention and hands-on education you need to achieve your goals. Our dedicated faculty and nationally respected academic programs will help you complete your education right here in north central Indiana on a beautiful campus, close to home, in a small campus environment, and at a fraction of the cost of a residential campus. You can choose from 20 academic programs that lead to a baccalaureate degree or one of two master’s degrees to help you prepare for or advance your career.

PNC is part of the internationally respected Purdue University System. Students can earn a Purdue degree in an expanding range of majors close to home and in a small campus environment. Located in LaPorte County at the junction of the Indiana Toll Road & US 421, PNC serves the communities in the north central portion of Indiana. Purdue began offering classes in north central Indiana in 1948. PNC gained a permanent home when the campus opened at it's existing location in the fall of 1967. The campus has grown to include 268 acres and three primary buildings as well as a two-building campus in Valparaiso. Student enrollment and program offerings are also expanding. Students may currently select from twenty baccalaureate degree programs as well as two master level programs and a variety of certificates and associate degrees. The campus is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools as well as discipline specific accrediting bodies which attest to the quality of faculty and staff, courses and curricula, and facilities.

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Living in the PNC Community

Panther Community

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PNC students, faculty, and staff enjoy a park-like campus conveniently located to serve Northern Indiana communities. PNC is only minutes from Michigan City, Valparaiso, and LaPorte. 

The campus offers a variety of activities for both traditional and adult students. 

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