The Purdue University, founded in the year 1869, is a public research institution with its flagship campus located in West Lafayette, Indiana. In 1874, the first buildings on campus including the Boiler and Gas House, the Military Hall and Gymnasium, the Ladies Hall, Purdue Hall, and the Pharmacy Building were completed. In 1874, classes begin with six instructors and 39 students. In the following year, John Bradford Harper became the first graduate who earned a graduate degree in chemistry. The year 1889 witnessed the first issue of the Purdue yearbook, the Debris and the student newspaper, the Exponent. Purdue University Airport was established as the first university-owned airport in the country in 1934.
With campus locations throughout the state, students can choose to pursue their studies at the main campus or explore other options including Purdue Fort Wayne (PFW), Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI), Purdue University Northwest, Purdue Polytechnic Institute, and Purdue University Global. The main campus at West Lafayette offers more than 200 undergraduate programs and 80 graduate programs. While Purdue University is best known for its STEM Programs, other areas such as elementary education, pharmacy and veterinary medicine are also given equal focus to continually prepare students for a competitive job market.
University at a glance
| % International Students | 20.5 % |
| Total International Students | 9,085 |
| Male/Female Ratio | 1 : 0.75 |
| UG/PG Course Ratio | 1 : 0.4 |
| Faculty/Student Ratio | 1 : 12.0 |
| Endowments Value | USD 2 billion |
| No.of Campuses | 12 |
| Yearly Hostel & Meals Expense | INR 8.3 Lakh |
| International Students Website | http://www.iss.purdue.edu/ |
| Students belonging to | 128 Countries |
Fees
| Courses | Duration | 1st Year Tuition Fees |
| MS(8 Courses) | 12 – 24 Months | USD 28,794 – 29,918 |
| MA(1 Course) | 3 Years | USD 28,794 |
| BE/Btech(5 Courses) | 4 Years | USD 31,366 – 32,844 |
| MIM(4 Courses) | 0.8 – 1 Year | USD 34,500 – 48,600 |
| BBA(1 Course) | 4 Years | USD 32,230 |
| BSc(1 Course) | 4 Years | USD 30,794 |
| BHM(1 Course) | 4 Years | USD 30,794 |
| MBA(1 Course) | 21 Months | USD 42,184 |
Entry Criteria
| Courses | Exams |
| MS(8 Courses) | GRE : Accepted IELTS : 6.5-7.5 TOEFL : 80-107 |
| MA(1 Course) | IELTS : 6.5 & Above TOEFL : 77 & Above |
| BE/Btech(5 Courses) | SAT : Accepted IELTS : 6.5 & Above TOEFL : 80-88 |
| MIM(4 Courses) | GRE : Accepted IELTS : 6.5-7.5 TOEFL : 93 & Above |
| BBA(1 Course) | SAT : Accepted IELTS : 6.5 & Above TOEFL : 88 & Above |
| BSc(1 Course) | SAT : Accepted IELTS : 6.5 & Above TOEFL : 88 & Above |
| BHM(1 Course) | SAT : Accepted IELTS : 6.5 & Above TOEFL : 80 & Above |
| MBA(1 Course) | GMAT : Accepted GRE : Accepted IELTS : 7.5 & Above |
Admission Requirements
| Documents | SOP : Needed for all courses LOR : Needed for all courses Essays : Needed for all courses CV : Needed for all courses Additional documents : Required |
| Application fees | USD 75 |
| Type of deadline | Regular |
On campus accommodation
Available
Description
- On-Campus accommodation is available for undergraduate as well as postgraduate students
- For traditional undergraduate students, University Residences has two women’s halls, two men’s halls and twelve co-ed residences with students in separate living areas
- All residences have internet services with no additional charges
- University residences include the following amenities
- Utilities
- Cable- Cable television including a movie channel in each room
- Laundry- Facilities available in each hall
- U.S Postal Service- Delivery and pick for each hall
- City Bus Access- Free for all residents
- Study Lounge- Group or individual area for studying
- Students have the option to choose from variety of meal plan depending upon their needs
Link for on-campus housing: https://www.housing.purdue.edu/
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