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Purdue University Main Campus

West Lafayette, Indiana

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Overview

Enrollment

51,528
Purdue University Main Campus overview
Location West Lafayette, Indiana
Online purdue.edu
School Type Public 4 Year
Setting Midsize Suburban
Purdue University Main Campus overview
Size Large
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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Purdue University's main campus spans over 2,500 acres in West Lafayette, Indiana, located approximately 65 miles northwest of Indianapolis. Founded in 1869 as a land-grant institution, the campus features a mix of classic red brick and limestone buildings alongside modern research facilities, with many structures exemplifying the Tudor Gothic architectural style. The university maintains a strong focus on engineering, technology, and agriculture, with its engineering and aviation programs consistently ranking among the nation's leading institutions. Purdue houses most first-year students in its residence hall system, which includes both traditional dormitories and suite-style accommodations across 16 residential neighborhoods. The institution competes in NCAA Division I athletics as the Boilermakers in the Big Ten Conference, with a particularly notable history in men's basketball.

Ratings

8/10

Overall

10/10

Academics

8/10

Resources

9/10

Outcomes

9/10

Value

Purdue is rated within the top 21% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

Rankings for Purdue University Main Campus within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Elite
Purdue University Main Campus overview
SAT 1200/1470
ACT 27/34
GPA 3.67

Applications Accepted

52.7% 
Purdue University Main Campus overview
Applications Due -
Applicant Competition Average
Application Fee $60

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Annual Cost to Attend

Indiana Resident Tuition

$9,718
In State Costs for Purdue University Main Campus
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,050
Other Fees$274
Room and Board $10,030
Budget for Other Expenses$1,850
Total One Year Cost$22,922

Out of State Resident Tuition

$28,520
Out of State Costs for Purdue University Main Campus
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,050
Other Fees$274
Room and Board $10,030
Budget for Other Expenses$1,850
Total One Year Cost$41,724

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$61,200 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

68% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Purdue University Main Campus students
Subject Percent of Class
Engineering 18%
Business 18%
Engineering Technology 8%
Education 6%
Work and Family Studies 6%

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Last updated February 24, 2024