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Campus Life

Campus Size

Large Campus
31,936
Total Undergrads
Including 2,042 Part-time
6,513
Degree-Seeking Freshmen
Including 54 Part-time
Gender Breakdown:
41% Women
59% Men

Athletics

NCAA Division I-A

Big Ten Conference

  • Football
  • Basketball
  • Baseball
  • Cross Country/Track

Total Varsity Sports

8
Men's sports coaches (Average salary: $504,788)
8
Women's sports coaches (Average salary: $183,624)
Athletics Details
Sport Varsity Men Varsity Women Club Intramural
All Track Combined 96 134 - -
Baseball 35 - - Yes
Basketball 15 12 - Yes
Football 107 - - -
Golf 11 8 - Yes
Soccer - 23 Yes -
Softball - 19 - Yes
Swimming and Diving 36 37 - Yes
Tennis 9 8 - Yes
Volleyball - 16 Yes -
Wrestling 30 - - -
Badminton - - Yes -
Court Sports - - Yes Yes
Cricket - - Yes -
Fencing - - Yes Yes
Frisbee/Disc Sports - - Yes -
Gymnastics - - Yes -
Ice Hockey - - Yes -
Lacrosse - - Yes -
Martial Arts/Self Defense - - Yes Yes
Outdoor Fitness/Recreation - - Yes Yes
Rifle - - Yes -
Rowing - - Yes -
Rugby - - Yes -
Sailing - - Yes -
Squash - - - Yes
Table Tennis - - Yes Yes
Water Polo - - Yes -
Weight Lifting - - - Yes

Diversity

Student Total
American Indian/Alaskan Native 0.5%
Asian/Pacific Islander 4.9%
Black/non-Hispanic 3.4%
Hispanic 2.8%
Non-resident alien 15.0%
Race/Ethnicity unknown 2.8%
Two or more races 0.0%
White/non-Hispanic 70.6%
Disabilities
Percent of students with disability 3% or less

Services & Housing

Services Offered
  • Academic/Career counseling
  • Employment services for current students to find part-time positions
  • Job placement for graduates to find full-time employment
  • Daycare on campus for children of students
  • Library on campus
Living
  • On-Campus Housing
  • Meal plan offered, meals per week can vary

Clubs & Organizations

Musical Groups
  • Choral Groups
  • Concert Band
  • Jazz Band
  • Marching Band
  • Music Ensemble
  • Pep Band
  • Symphony Orchestra
Performance Arts
  • Dance
  • Drama Theater
Journalism & Publications
  • Literary Magazine
  • Student Newspaper
  • Yearbook
  • Television Station
  • Radio Station
Reserved Officers' Training Corps (ROTC)
  • Army ROTC
  • Navy ROTC
  • Air Force ROTC
Other
  • International Student Organization
  • Student Government
  • Campus Ministries

Safety Statistics

Arrests On Campus
Illegal Weapons Possession 1
Drug Law Violation 125
Liquor Law Violation 206
Criminal Offenses On Campus
Personal Crime 5
Property Crime 48
Reviews: Dorm Life
  • Marie from Goose Creek, SC
  • 4
  • “It's a dorm, not a hotel. There are a TON to choose from at Purdue though, and each one is different/offers different things. Regardless of where you stay, I guarantee…”

  • Jun-25-2012 » Read More
  • Jenna from Lawrenceburg, IN
  • 5
  • “The dorms are pretty great, especially if you happen to live in one with air conditioning. The staff are all very friendly and willing to help you if you need…”

  • Feb-13-2012 » Read More
  • Dylan from Vevay, IN
  • 5
  • “Living in the dorms is a great experience. If you want to live by yourself and not be bothered, you can be. Or you can be involved with the people…”

  • Jun-21-2012 » Read More
  • Erika from Lafayette, IN
  • 3
  • “I haven't lived in the dorms, but I have plenty of friends who do. You will have a roommate and, depending on the building, you will have to share bathroom…”

  • Sep-02-2012 » Read More

Reviews

Student Responses to Review Topic: Food And Dining
  • 5
  • Rebecca from Joliet, IL
  • May-13-2013 I am a current student here

    Purdue has some of the highest rated dining courts in the US. There's something for everyone, whether you enjoy trying new things or keeping it simple.

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  • 5
  • Carla Sanchez
  • Mar-30-2013 I am a current student here

    Purdue's Dining Courts are fantastic. There is such a variety and a never ending supply of delicious food. At Purdue, you definitely won't go hungry. There is also a wide array of restaurants and coffee shops. Purdue's campus is full of great options for dining.

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  • 5
  • Anonymous
  • Mar-28-2013 I am a current student here

    We have one of the highest rated dining court systems in the country, and it shows! Once people move out of the dorms, they are dying to get back to the dining courts!

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  • 5
  • Diana from Lafayette, IN
  • Mar-16-2013 I am a current student here

    I find that there is so much variety and choices to pick from at Purdue it is impossible to go wrong with food at this school. There are different dinning courts for resident students to go to that picking will be the problem.

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  • 5
  • Ashley from Chicago, IL
  • Mar-08-2013 I am a current student here

    Purdue dining has been ranked in the top 50 schools in America. Our dining courts allow students with the choice of eating a variety of food from different cultures. There are also places where you can get food when you do not have the time to sit in the set hours.

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  • 5
  • PurdueStudent
  • Feb-28-2013 I am a current student here

    Great food, many dining hall options. You can look at menus online and choose where to eat based on what has your favorites. Tons of make-your-own options such as pizza, pasta, stir fry, and quesadillas.

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  • 4
  • Brandi from Noblesville, IN
  • Feb-27-2013 I am a current student here

    The food is amazing and there are a lot of varieties such as create your own pizza, create your own pasta, create your own stir-fry, steak, shrimp, and all the desserts you can think of including yellow cake batter ice cream.

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  • 5
  • Zoie from West Lafayette, IN
  • Feb-25-2013 I am a current student here

    The dining courts at Purdue are the epitome of perfection. Purdue's dining courts prepare a variety of wholesome foods that conquer any cravings one may have. They supply a variety of meals and snacks that are healthy and easy for students to grab if they are on-the-go.

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Student Responses to Review Topic: Greek Life
  • 0
  • Anonymous
  • Mar-28-2013 I am a current student here

    3rd largest greek system in the country, which is a very positive experience for everyone apart of it.

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  • 0
  • Laura from IN
  • Feb-11-2013 I am a current student here

    I am not in greek life however I have several friends in the greek life and they love it.

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  • 0
  • Student
  • Feb-09-2013 I am a current student here

    You should join, gives you something to do on the weekends.

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  • 0
  • Ashley from Lindenhurst, IL
  • Jan-16-2013 I am a current student here

    There are so many Greek houses on campus it seems like everyone is involved. I myself am not, and in fact only about 11% of students are. They make a difference on campus and volunteer in many ways.

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  • 0
  • Aenea from Chicago, IL
  • Jan-02-2013 I am a current student here

    I am not personally part of the greek lifestyle, but I have heard there are rankings among sororities and fraternities. I am not sure how things go about being ranked, but from what my friends say, they love their group of sisters or brothers in this lifestyle. If you find the right one and you feel comfortable, that's all that matters.

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