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| Location | West Lafayette, Indiana |
| Online | purdue.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize Suburban |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Purdue University-Main Campus, located in West Lafayette, Indiana, offers a blend of suburban and rural atmospheres approximately an hour northwest of Indianapolis. Founded in 1869 as a land-grant institution, Purdue has risen to prominence with a strong emphasis on engineering, technology, and agriculture, bolstering its reputation for producing significant research outputs. It is particularly noted for its School of Aeronautics and Astronautics within the College of Engineering. With selective admissions, the university attracts a diverse student body to its extensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs. On-campus living is available, housing a considerable portion of the student population. The Purdue Boilermakers, the university's athletic teams, are part of the Big Ten Conference, with the school achieving particular recognition in basketball and football.
In the most recent statistical year 68,582 prospective students applied, and 36,146 were granted admission. Of those admitted 9,447 enrolled in the school. 43,353 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 8,175 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $9,718 plus fees of $274. Purdue is ranked 101 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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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.
#101 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#15 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Colleges in Indiana
#1 in Best Public Colleges in Indiana
#127 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#5 in Best Value Colleges in Indiana
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1200/1470 |
| ACT | 27/34 |
| GPA | 3.67 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $60 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Indiana Resident Tuition
| 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
| 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 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| 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