Purdue University Fort Wayne
Public university · Fort Wayne, IN · 5,484 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
84%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
970–1220
ACT (middle 50%)
22–29
Average net price
$12,471
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$22,568
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
40%
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 Fort Wayne?
Purdue University Fort Wayne accepts about 84 of every 100 applicants (84%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 970 and 1220 on the SAT. A score at or above 1220 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 970, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 22–29.
The latest federal data says Purdue University Fort Wayne is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Purdue University Fort Wayne's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Purdue University Fort Wayne cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $22,568 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $12,471 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 $9,532 for IN residents and $23,573 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$9,532
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$23,573
- Room & board$11,702
- Total cost of attendance$22,568
- Average net price after grants$12,471
Popular majors
Business, Education, Liberal Arts & General Studies, Engineering Technology, Visual & Performing Arts.
Purdue University Fort Wayne FAQ
- What is Purdue University Fort Wayne's acceptance rate?
- 84% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Purdue University Fort Wayne?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 970–1220. Aim for 1220 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Purdue University Fort Wayne?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 22–29.
- Is Purdue University Fort Wayne test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Purdue University Fort Wayne is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Purdue University Fort Wayne's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Purdue University Fort Wayne cost?
- About $22,568 a year before aid; $12,471 on average after grants.
- What is Purdue University Fort Wayne's FAFSA school code?
- 001828. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Purdue University Fort Wayne receives your information.
- What is Purdue University Fort Wayne's graduation rate?
- 40% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Purdue University Fort Wayne
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana University-South BendSouth Bend, IN | 84% | 950–1190 | $8,607 | 35% |
| Goshen CollegeGoshen, IN | 84% | 880–1110 | $13,404 | 59% |
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