Ivy Tech Community College has educated students in Lake, LaPorte, Porter, Pulaski, Jasper, Newton and Starke counties since 1968. It is part of the 14-region statewide Ivy Tech Community College system - the largest and fastest growing public higher education system in Indiana.
Ivy Tech Community College Northwest is the largest college/university in northwest Indiana. Six schools compose the College's offerings: Applied Science and Engineering, Business, Education, Health Sciences, Liberal Arts and Sciences, Public and Social Services, and Technology. For students unable to attend classes on campus, the distance learning program provides options for continuing or completing degrees and certificates online. The college also offers a schedule of continuing education courses. Continuing Education courses provide personal enrichment and skill upgrades on a non-credit basis. Annual enrollment for the Northwest Region averages over 15,000 students on its four campuses: Gary, Foundations of East Chicago De La Garza Campus, Valparaiso and The Pejic Campus in Michigan City. Each campus provides programs that address the needs of its unique community. In addition, each campus in the Northwest region offers the opportunity to get involved in Student Government, student organizations and activities, and in giving back to our communities.
