
Purdue University was established in 1869 and stands as the flagship campus of the Purdue University System. About 270 programs are offered at the main campus in West Lafayette together with regional campuses located in Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, Westville, and Hammond in Indiana. Ten other locations throughout the state serve as schools for the Purdue College of Technology, with programs focusing on the use of information technology for both the government and business sectors.
Ranked among the best research universities in the country, Purdue's Discovery Park complex is home to the university's nanotechnology research facility along with other programs in agricultural research, engineering, and environmental studies. Research grants are provided by a number of federal executive departments as well as NASA.
Purdue also features a number of student and recreational facilities which include a sports center, aquatic center, golf courses, and a health center. In celebration of its diverse population, the university provides for cultural learning via the Black cultural center, Latino cultural center, China center, Confucius institute, as well as the Native American educational center.
Traditions and celebrations abound at Purdue, highlighted by annual Fountain Runs and a 50-mile go kart race dubbed as the Purdue Grand Prix. Involvement in intercollegiate athletic events is spearheaded by the Purdue Boilermakers, representing the university in football, basketball, tennis, and wrestling, among others.
Student housing is available both within and outside campus grounds, with an office for Off-campus Housing Services lending assistance to students seeking residency in nearby neighborhoods. A partnership with the West Lafayette City Bus provides for free transportation to all members of the Purdue community. Campus security is presided over by the university's police department.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give you an idea of the applicants Purdue University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Purdue University is about 40,000. The student body is made up of 76% undergraduate students and 17% graduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $11,600. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $60 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- In-State: $9,200-$11,000
- Out-of-State: $28,000-$33,610
- Charges per unit:
- In-State: $350-$420 per unit
- Out-of-State: $950-$1,100 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 63% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 45% | $10,345 |
Receiving Student Loans | 33% | $7,437 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Purdue University may provide student services including:- Online classes
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
- Day care
Graduation Rates
The overall graduation rate of Purdue-West Lafayette is close to 70%.
Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
---|---|
Students Graduating in 4 Years | 40% |
Graduating in 5 Years | 21% |
Graduating in 6 Years | 6% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Industrial Design Program
- Clinical Audiology (Au.D.) Program
- Clinical Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Counseling Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- Dietetics Program
- Coordinated Dietetics Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- Theatre Program
- Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.) Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Purdue University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-A classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Big Ten Conference)
- Basketball (Big Ten Conference)
- Track and Field (Big Ten Conference)
- Football (Big Ten Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

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(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Animal Science (B, D, M)
- Agricultural Business and Management (B)
- Agricultural Economics (B, D, M)
- Food Science (B, D, M)
- Agricultural Mechanization (B)
- Agroecology and Sustainable Agriculture (B)
- Horticultural Science (B, D, M)
- Agronomy and Crop Science (B)
- Soil Science and Agronomy (B, D, M)
- Agriculture (B, C)
- Farm and Ranch Management (B)
- Agricultural and Extension Education Services (D, M)
- Agricultural Communication (B)
- Food Technology and Processing (B)
- Turf Management
Architecture
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, D, M)
- Neurobiology and Anatomy (B)
- Biochemistry (B, D, M)
- Genetics (B)
- Molecular Biology and Biochemistry (B)
- Molecular Biology (B)
- Microbiology and Immunology (B)
- Entomology (B, D, M)
- Plant Genetics (B)
- Biomedical Science (D, M)
- Botany (B, D, M)
- Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (B)
- Biotechnology
- Neuroscience
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, C, D, M)
- Accounting (B, C)
- Organizational Leadership (A, B, C)
- Hotel and Hospitality Management (B, D, M)
- Sales (B)
- Risk Management and Insurance (B)
- Financial Planning (B)
- Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods (B)
- Operations Management
Communications and Journalism
- Communication, General (B, D, M)
- Communications (C)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B, D, M)
- Information Technology (B, C, M)
- Computer Graphics (A, B, M)
- Computer (D)
- Computer and Information Systems Security
Construction Trades
Education
- Education (B, C, D, M)
- Elementary Education (B)
- Physical Education (B, D, M)
- Technology Teacher Education Teacher Education (B)
- English and Language Arts Teacher Education (B)
- Special Education and Teaching (B)
- Agricultural Teacher Education (B)
- Social Studies Teacher Education (B)
- Early Childhood Education (B)
- Art Teacher Education (B)
- Health Teacher Education (B)
- Educational Leadership and Administration
- Higher Education Administration
- Learning Sciences
- Special Education
- Education, Teaching of the Gifted and Talented
- Elementary Special Education Programs
- Secondary School Special Education Programs
- Guidance Counselor
- Foreign Language Teacher Education
- Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher Education
- Mathematics Teacher Education
- Science Teacher
- Trade and Industrial Teacher Education
- Biology Teacher Education
- French Language Teacher Education
- German Language Teacher Education
- Spanish Language Teacher Education
Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering (B, C, D, M)
- Electrical Engineering (B, C, D, M)
- Industrial Engineering (B, D, M)
- Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Chemical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Civil Engineering (B, D, M)
- Computer Engineering (B)
- Agricultural and Biological Engineering, Bioengineering (B, D, M)
- Materials Engineering (B, D, M)
- Biomedical Engineering (B, D, M)
- Environmental and Environmental Health Engineering (B)
- Nuclear Engineering (B, D, M)
- Construction Engineering (B)
Engineering Technology
- Mechanical Technology Technician (A, B)
- Electrical and Communications Engineering Technology (A, B)
- Architectural Engineering (B, M)
- Engineering Management (B, D, M)
- Engineering Technology (B, M)
- Industrial Production Technologies (B)
- Manufacturing Engineering Technician (B)
- Quality Control
- Aerospace and Aeronautical Engineering
- Survey Technology
- Engineering Technologies
English Language and Literature
- English (B, C, D, M)
- Technical and Business Writing (B)
- Creative Writing (B)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- Asian Studies (B)
- Women's Studies (B)
- United States Studies (B, D, M)
- African-American Black Studies (B)
- Italian Studies (B)
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Consumer Merchandising and Management (B)
- Family Studies (B, M)
- Nutrition and Wellness Studies (B, D, M)
- Family and Consumer Sciences (B)
- Adult Development and Aging (D)
- Apparel and Textiles (D, M)
- Human Nutrition (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
- Hispanic and Latin American Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General (B)
- Foreign Languages and Literatures (D, M)
- Linguistics (B, M)
- French Language and Literature (B)
- Comparative Literature (D)
- Japanese Language and Literature (B)
- Russian Language and Literature (B)
- German Language and Literature (B)
- Latin Language and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Pharmacy (D, M)
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences (B, D, M)
- Audiology and Speech Pathology (B, D, M)
- Nursing (B, C, D, M)
- Veterinary Medicine (D)
- Dietetics (B)
- Public Health Education and Promotion (B)
- Veterinary Assistant (A, B)
- Pharmaceutics and Drug Design (B, C, D, M)
- Veterinary Sciences (C, D, M)
- Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry (D, M)
- Medical Technology (B)
- Public Health (M)
- Health and Wellness, General
- Nursing Practice
History
- History (B, D, M)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Biological and Physical Sciences (B)
- Mathematics and Computer Science (B)
- Gerontology (D)
- Ancient Civilization Studies (B)
- Systems Science and Theory
- Medieval and Renaissance Studies
- Nutrition
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Humanistic Studies (B)
- General Studies
Mathematics and Statistics
- Mathematical Statistics and Probability (B)
- Math (B, D, M)
- Statistics (C, D, M)
- Applied Mathematics (B)
- Financial Mathematics (B)
- Computational and Applied Mathematics (B)
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Avionics Maintenance Technology (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
- Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management (B)
- Environmental and Wildlife Management (B)
- Forest Sciences and Biology (D, M)
- Forestry (B)
- Environmental Science (B)
- Wood Science and Wood Products, Pulp and Paper Technology (B)
- Natural Resources Management and Policy
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B, D, M)
- Religious Studies (B)
- Jewish and Judaic Studies (B)
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B, D, M)
- Physics (B, D, M)
- Meteorology (B)
- Geology (B, D, M)
Psychology
- Experimental Psychology (B, D, M)
- Psychology (B, C, D)
- Psychometrics and Quantitative Psychology
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Social Sciences
- Economics (B, D, M)
- Sociology (B, M)
- Political Science (B, D, M)
- Anthropology (B, D, M)
Transportation and Materials Moving
- Aviation (B, M)
- Commercial Airline Pilot
- Aviation and Airway Management
Visual and Performing Arts
- Design and Visual Communications (B)
- Film Studies (B)
- Fashion Design (B)
- Industrial Design (B)
- Theatre Arts and Stagecraft (M)
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B)
- Acting (B)
- Photography (B)
- Art History (B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Theatre Design and Technology (B)
- Interior Design
- Design and Applied Arts
- Art Studies
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- Indiana University - Kokomo in Kokomo, IN (41 miles away)
- Indiana University - Purdue University - Indianapolis in Indianapolis, IN (59 miles away)
- Indiana State University in Terre Haute, IN (71 miles away)
- University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign in Champaign, IL (73 miles away)
- Purdue University - North Central Campus in Westville, IN (74 miles away)
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