Purdue University
Public university · West Lafayette, IN · 44,503 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
50%
Selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1200–1480
ACT (middle 50%)
27–34
Average net price
$14,851
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$25,610
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
84%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Purdue University?
Purdue University accepts about 50 of every 100 applicants (50%), which makes it selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1200 and 1480 on the SAT. A score at or above 1480 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1200, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 27–34.
The latest federal data says Purdue University requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Purdue University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Purdue University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $25,610 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $14,851 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $9,992 for IN residents and $28,794 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$9,992
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$28,794
- Room & board$13,720
- Total cost of attendance$25,610
- Average net price after grants$14,851
Popular majors
Engineering, Business, Computer Science, Engineering Technology, Biology.
Purdue University FAQ
- What is Purdue University's acceptance rate?
- 50% — selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Purdue University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1200–1480. Aim for 1480 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Purdue University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 27–34.
- Is Purdue University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Purdue University requires SAT or ACT scores, but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Purdue University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Purdue University cost?
- About $25,610 a year before aid; $14,851 on average after grants.
- What is Purdue University's FAFSA school code?
- 001825. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Purdue University receives your information.
- What is Purdue University's graduation rate?
- 84% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Purdue University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DePauw UniversityGreencastle, IN | 57% | 1200–1410 | $19,916 | 78% |
| Trine University-Regional/Non-Traditional CampusesAngola, IN | 40% | — | $18,728 | — |
| North Carolina A & T State UniversityGreensboro, NC | 50% | 1020–1190 | $9,884 | 56% |
| Stony Brook UniversityStony Brook, NY | 49% | 1330–1500 | $18,902 | 77% |
| Baylor UniversityWaco, TX | 51% | 1200–1400 | $44,441 | 82% |
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