Overview
Student Population
42,699National Rank
#146| Location | West Lafayette, Indiana |
| Online | purdue.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in West Lafayette, Indiana, Purdue University Main Campus is a large four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 49,354 prospective students applied, and 28,363 were granted admission. Of those admitted 7,728 enrolled in the school. 36,719 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 5,980 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2017/2018, excluding room and board, is $9,208 plus fees of $784. Purdue is ranked 146 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2019 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Very High| SAT | 1220/1430 |
| ACT | 25/31 |
| GPA | 3.7 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
Annual Cost to Attend
Indiana Resident Tuition
$9,208| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,160 |
| Other Fees | $784 |
| Room and Board | $10,030 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,640 |
| Total One Year Cost | $22,822 |
Out of State Tuition
$28,010| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,160 |
| Other Fees | $784 |
| Room and Board | $10,030 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,640 |
| Total One Year Cost | $41,624 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$61,200 per yearBachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
68% within 6 yearsPopular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Engineering | 18% |
| Business | 18% |
| Engineering Technology | 8% |
| Work and Family Studies | 6% |
| Education | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=243780 IPEDS survey data for Purdue University Main Campus.
