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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Cynthia Walker Middleton worked at Motorola as a liaison between engineers and technicians.

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A long journey home to Purdue

Purdue Global made it possible to finish a degree started in West Lafayette 40 years ago She has lived in numerous states and taken college courses in several of them, but Cynthia Walker Middleton has always had a soft spot…
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Identical twin sisters Kerri Stone and Kelli Lyon.

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Twin sisters earn ‘twin’ nursing degrees from Purdue Global

Kerri and Kelli have a lot in common. Neighbors, co-workers, moms. Now, they add ‘twin’ MSN degrees to the list.

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Purdue Global alumna Ashley Tippins

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Purdue Global alumna aims to create change in her community as a nurse

Ashley Tippins’ desire to serve patients’ needs motivated her to relentlessly pursue three nursing credentials via Purdue Global.

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James and Tracy Ly Scott at Purdue Global commencement with children Damien and Jocelyn.

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Purdue Global couple celebrates graduation milestone together

James and Tracy Ly Scott commemorated years of teamwork when crossing the stage together to accept their Purdue Global diplomas.

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Karla Drenner

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Drenner honored with Purdue Global Faculty Scholarship Award

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — For Karla Drenner, her research has come full circle. Years ago, for her PhD dissertation, the Purdue Global faculty member picked marriage equality. And in her longtime position as a Georgia state representative, the topic has surfaced, and…
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Purdue Global Announced as Presenting Sponsor of 2022 Purdue Football Season

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – Purdue Global, Purdue University’s online educational solution for working adults, will be the presenting sponsor of the 2022 Boilermaker Football season. The agreement between the two high-profile entities, secured by Purdue Sports Properties of LEARFIELD, will elevate…
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