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Overview of Purdue University-Main Campus

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Quick Facts

41,063 students

68% admitted

$8,893 tuition/year

  • 36,258 full time
  • 4,805 part time
  • 21,157 men full time
  • 15,101 women full time
  • 29,721 applied
  • 20,318 admitted
  • 6,821 enrolled
  • $27,061 out of state
  • $585 fees
  • $9,510 room & board
  • $1,330 books

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At a Glance

Institution Type: Public
Campus Setting: Mid-size suburb
Highest Degree Offered: Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice
Level of Institution: Four or more years
Calendar: Semester
41,063 Students
Non-Degree Undergrads Graduates
Reviews: In Three Sentences
  • Marie from Goose Creek, SC
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  • “Purdue is basically a land of opportunity; you get out of it what you put in, and much, much more. More majors and minors than you can imagine, even more…”

  • Jun-25-2012 » Read More
  • Jenna from Lawrenceburg, IN
  • 0
  • “Purdue is a school of opportunity. The university itself is very large, but the individual colleges and departments work hard to make you feel like you are part of a…”

  • Feb-13-2012 » Read More
  • Dylan from Vevay, IN
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  • “Purdue is a very challenging college with a large amount of academically competitive students. It is a very friendly campus with hundreds of clubs to join and thousands of people…”

  • Jun-21-2012 » Read More
  • Shaughan from Indianapolis, IN
  • 0
  • “Purdue has a such a reputation for academics . If you are interested in Pharmacy, Nursing, Engineering, Agriculture, Computer Science, Sciences & Veterinary Sciences ; Purdue is for you !…”

  • Jul-11-2012 » Read More
  • Erika from Lafayette, IN
  • 0
  • “The Cradle of Astronauts, Purdue University offers a top tier education in a beautiful setting without being pretentious. Great sports, great clubs and activities, great societies and events, and friendly…”

  • Sep-02-2012 » Read More

Reviews

Student Responses to Review Topic: Am I Enjoying Being Here
  • 5
  • Katy from Fowler, IN
  • Jan-03-2012 I am a current student here

    It has been a lot of fun being at college, i have made so many great friends and many amazing memories!

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  • 4
  • Ishmael from Charlotte, NC
  • Dec-26-2011 I am a current student here

    Weather is very bipolar. Can be raining one day, to sunny, to snowing all in the same week. Other than that, the campus is beautiful. Plenty to do if you keep your ears and eyes open. There is always stuff going on around campus. The school is big on Greek life also so join a Fraternity or Sorority if that is your thing. Also there are plenty of professional organizations to choose from also.

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  • 5
  • Samantha from Mishawaka, IN
  • Dec-08-2011 I am a current student here

    The campus is beautiful and as cheesy as it might sound, when the leaves begin to chance colors, it lights up the campus. The professors are understanding and willing to help when you need it. The atmosphere is very calm and is a perfect learning environment. The first snow of the season made the campus look so beautiful and makes it look like wonderland.

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  • 5
  • pandasrule7201
  • Nov-16-2011 I am a current student here

    There are so many clubs and organizations that it is easy to find your niche and a group of friends.

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  • 5
  • Kelsey from CT
  • Nov-03-2011 I am a current student here

    Purdue is a great school with a great environment, academically and socially. I am very far from home but I haven't really felt very home sick because the people here are mostly very nice and cool. Also, there are always activities to do around campus and the sports atmosphere makes the weekends even more fun.

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