,·Public Research University·Est. 1869
“Makers all.”
Purdue University is one of the nation's leading public research universities, renowned for its extraordinary programs in engineering, computer science, agriculture, aviation, and the sciences. Founded in 1869 in West Lafayette, Indiana, Purdue has produced more NASA astronauts than any other university, including Neil Armstrong and 26 other astronauts among its alumni. Purdue is consistently ranked among the top 10 engineering programs in the United States and the world. The College of Engineering's programs in aerospace, electrical, mechanical, and computer engineering are world-class. The Daniels School of Business offers strong programs in management, finance, and accounting. Purdue's agricultural programs are among the finest in the world, reflecting the university's land-grant mission. The university's research enterprise is substantial, with over $600 million in annual research expenditures. Purdue is a leader in advanced manufacturing, cybersecurity, space exploration, and pharmaceutical sciences. The university's Discovery Park District is a growing innovation hub that connects Purdue research with industry partners. Purdue is known for its excellent value, particularly for in-state students, and its president has achieved national recognition for holding tuition flat for over a decade. The university's graduates — known as Boilermakers — have some of the highest starting salaries and employment rates among major public universities, particularly in engineering and computer science.
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Official SourceEarly Action
Non-binding priority deadline; decisions by February
Regular Decision
Decisions by April
The deep admissions playbook beyond the headline acceptance rate — round-by-round breakdowns, nationality data, requirements, and contact paths.
Domestic
$9,992
/yr
Out-of-State / Intl
$28,794
/yr
Beyond the sticker price — every named scholarship, the financial aid policy, need-aware notes, and a personalized net-cost estimate.
How life on campus actually feels — clubs, sports, traditions, housing realities, and how the school integrates with its city.
One of the world's leading engineering colleges with 13 academic units.
A growing business school with strong programs in finance, accounting, and management.
One of the world's leading agricultural colleges with programs spanning food science, animal science, and agricultural economics.
Offers rigorous programs in the natural and computational sciences.
Focuses on applied technology and leadership programs.
4 years
The nation's #4 engineering school (behind MIT, Stanford, Berkeley) and #2 public, with 14+ top-10 departments. Home to First-Year Engineering, one of the largest and most acclaimed introductory programs in the U.S.
4 years
Top-20 nationally with strong concentrations in AI, security, systems, and programming languages. Tight integration with top tech recruiters via Career Fairs and Data Mine research.
4 years
One of the oldest and most respected collegiate aviation programs in the world, with on-campus flight training at Purdue University Airport and direct pipelines into major airlines.
Where alumni go after graduation — top industries, grad-school continuation, and the qualitative outcomes story.
Sticker price (annual, out-of-state): $45,184
Net-cost estimate is US-resident-only — international applicants are typically excluded from need-based aid at most schools and should treat the sticker price as the planning baseline.
