Purdue University-Main Campus (PU) is a four-year, public school located in West Lafayette, IN. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.

The PU's 2024 tuition & fees is $9,992 for Indiana residents and $28,794 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 45% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $9,819.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 51,528 and the students to faculty ratio is 14 to 1 (7.14%).

PU's acceptance rate is 50.30% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 25.52%. The median SAT scores is 1320 and the ACT socre is 31.

PU ranked 68th in National Universities and 2nd in Indiana Colleges rankings. Purdue University-Main Campus is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

PU has 10 campuses and you can check institutes' campuses section for their information.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Purdue University-Main Campus is $9,992 for in-state students and $28,794 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $9,992 for in-state students and $28,794 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $9,992 for Indiana residents and $28,794 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $9,992 for Indiana residents and $28,794 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$9,992$28,794
Graduate$9,992$28,794
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$9,992$28,794
Graduate$9,992$28,794

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »50.30% Acceptance Rate / 25.52% Yield
Test Scores »1,320 SAT / 31 ACT
Graduation Rate »83%
Retention Rate90%(full-time), 45% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio7.14% (14 to 1)
Student Population »51,528 (38,593 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$9,819

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Purdue University-Main Campus offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at PU
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, NAVY, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenYes

Purdue University-Main Campus Directory Information

AddressHovde Hall of Administration, West Lafayette, IN 47907-2040
Phone765-494-4600
WEBSchool's Website
AdmissionAdmission Information
Online ApplicationApply Online
Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
Net Price CalculatorNet Price Calculator
Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryResearch University (very high research activity)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

PU Campuses and Colleges

Purdue University-Main Campus has 10 campuses and colleges. The following table shows each campus information. You can check the detailed tuition and directory inforatmion of each school by following the link on the school's name

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