Purdue University, Fort Wayne

Purdue University Fort Wayne is a mid-sized public research university with an applied, personal character and a strong connection to northeast Indiana. Its campus supports faculty-led research through laboratories, research centers and institutes, sponsored-programs staff, and hands-on student research. Industry engagement is reinforced by internships and cooperative education, employer recruiting partnerships, and community collaborations that extend research into Fort Wayne and the surrounding region. Competitive federal funding, including support from the National Science Foundation, is complemented by state, foundation, nonprofit, and industry sponsors. As part of the Purdue system, PFW benefits from shared research administration and innovation resources while maintaining close local relationships.