Race & Ethnicity
Purdue University Northwest has a diverse student body with 42% students of color and 6% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Purdue University Northwest offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Purdue University Northwest has a gender distribution of 57% female students and 43% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
39% of total enrollment
51% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Purdue University Northwest serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 39% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 12% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
39%
Traditional Age (18-21)
12%
Non-Traditional (25+)
10%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Purdue University Northwest attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 6% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 81% in-state residents, 12% out-of-state students, and 6% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
81% of student body
12% of student body
6% of student body
States Represented
34 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
42%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
57%
Female Students
Global Reach
6%
International
Age Diversity
12%
Non-Traditional Age