Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
50.30%
SAT Average
1,342
ACT Range
27-34
Purdue University-Main Campus Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 50.30%. This means approximately 503 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 39,637 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
50.30%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $9,992 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $28,794 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $22,567 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $13,945 | State avg: $19,362. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 12.98% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 23.21% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Purdue University-Main Campus Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$28,794
Room and board
$11,650
Books and supplies
$1,030
Other expenses
$2,210
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$22,567
Average net price
$13,945
Average aid coverage
38%
$8,622 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Purdue University-Main Campus pays approximately $13,945 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Indiana average of $19,362 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Purdue University-Main Campus?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Indiana and national averages.
Purdue University-Main Campus net price
$13,945
Indiana average
$19,362
National average
$17,506
Purdue University-Main Campus Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $28,794 and average net price at $13,945. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$28,794
Current net price
$13,945
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
83.10%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$72,424
Undergraduates
39,637
10-Year Median Earnings - Purdue University-Main Campus vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Purdue University-Main Campus graduates earn about 1.7x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Purdue University-Main Campus?
Undergraduates
39,637
Completion rate
83.10%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
12.98%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
23.21%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 12.98% of Purdue University-Main Campus students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 23.21% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Purdue University-Main Campus
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Purdue University-Main Campus's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Purdue University-Main Campus lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Purdue University-Main Campus is listed at Hovde Hall of Administration, West Lafayette, IN 47907-2040. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Purdue University-Main Campus with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purdue University-Main Campus | 50.30% | $28,794 | $13,945 | $72,424 |
| Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology | 72.81% | $56,674 | $40,665 | $101,253 |
| University of Notre Dame | 12.38% | $62,693 | $27,823 | $99,980 |
| Chamberlain University-Indiana | 100.00% | $19,686 | $36,219 | $92,405 |
| Butler University | 85.87% | $45,980 | $38,472 | $77,235 |
Similar Schools in West Lafayette
This local cluster focuses on nearby West Lafayette schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around West Lafayette.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Purdue University-Main Campus's acceptance rate?
Purdue University-Main Campus's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 50.30%.
How much is Purdue University-Main Campus tuition?
Purdue University-Main Campus's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $28,794.
What is Purdue University-Main Campus's average net price?
Purdue University-Main Campus's average net price in the local dataset is $13,945.
What is Purdue University-Main Campus's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $72,424 for Purdue University-Main Campus.
Is Purdue University-Main Campus accredited?
Purdue University-Main Campus's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Purdue University-Main Campus?
The local dataset lists 39,637 undergraduate students at Purdue University-Main Campus.
What percentage of Purdue University-Main Campus students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Purdue University-Main Campus in the local dataset is 12.98%.
What is the federal loan rate at Purdue University-Main Campus?
The federal loan rate for Purdue University-Main Campus in the local dataset is 23.21%.
Where should I verify Purdue University-Main Campus data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Purdue University-Main Campus or the latest official federal education data.