Founded in 2016, Purdue University Northwest is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Hammond (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Indiana. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Purdue University Northwest (PNW) is a large coeducational US higher education institution. Purdue University Northwest (PNW) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. This 6 years old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 50-60% making this US higher education organization a averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. PNW also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.