Purdue Global: Purdue’s Online University for Working Adults

Learners at Purdue Global have work and life experiences beyond the classroom 

Built specifically for working adults who want a degree they’re proud of and employers respect, Purdue Global offers more than 175 online programs including associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees and certificates.  

See the stories of people who strive for more and how they’ve found more — more recognition, more support, more opportunities. It isn’t just about going back to school. It’s about coming back stronger and more prepared than ever.

Lauryn DeLuca sits cross-legged in front of a blue banner background, a leg brace visible on her left leg.

U.S. Paralympian finds inspiration in others’ success

After U.S. Paralympian Lauryn DeLuca had to retire from sport at age 20, she took charge of what’s next.

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Chrishana and Chrishá Jackson stand next to each other, smiling and holding their degrees at graduation.

The Jackson sisters are moving forward — together 

Discover Chrishana and Chrishá’s journey earning their online master’s degrees in health care administration from Purdue Global Twin sisters Chrishana and Chrishá Jackson do everything together. They both graduated with their bachelor’s degrees in exercise science in 2021, work at

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Dustin Young wearing graduation cap and military uniform

A heroic moment in the Army led me back to school at Purdue Global.

After saving a man from a burning truck, I decided it was time to earn my bachelor’s degree from Purdue Global.

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Earning a Purdue Global degree and teaching courses now, too

Chris Bentley earned a master’s in information technology to reinforce his credentials.

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Every day at work, I use the data and risk analysis skills that I got from Purdue Global.

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It’s never too late to come back. ‘Purdue Global was built for working adults like us.’

The most striking thing about Joe and Donna is how proud they are of one another.

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‘Purdue Global moved me forward’

Lauren had a vision for her life. This is the story of the detours – and comebacks – along the way.

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Purdue Global commencement celebrates multigenerational success

The Gramlich family aspires to be examples of persistence that their children can look to for guidance.

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Purdue Global, PPHS carry on tradition that dates back to Purdue’s founding

Nearly 45 years after she attended her first class on Purdue University’s West Lafayette campus, Cynthia Walker Middleton finished what she started by completing an online degree in business administration through Purdue Global.

Justin Marvin enrolled at Purdue Global with the hope that a college degree would strengthen his chances of someday achieving a high-level leadership position in fire and emergency management …

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Land-grant legacy came full circle for two Purdue leaders 

In Vic Lechtenberg’s view, leading Purdue’s outreach efforts was his way of repaying the land-grant system that benefited his family.

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Achieving balance and unlocking opportunity with Purdue Global

Sean Brant has always wanted a bachelor’s degree but struggled to juggle traditional college courses with a full-time job.

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Helping nurses benefit their patients – and themselves

Melissa Burdi’s wealth of experience gives her a unique perspective on the possibilities available to Purdue Global nursing students.

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LaQuinta’s Purdue Global Story: Finally isn’t the same as too late

When I got pregnant my senior year, my grandmother encouraged me to enroll in community college.

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A lesson in dedication

Cancer couldn’t stop this Army veteran from pursuing a Purdue Global degree Once Sheila Taylor set her mind on completing a graduate degree, nothing was going to stand in her way. Not when she was diagnosed with breast cancer for…
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