PURDUE UNIVERSITY

Purdue University—West Lafayette is a public university that was established in 1869. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 34,920 students (fall 2020), a city setting, and a campus size of 2,468 acres. Purdue University's West Lafayette, Indiana campus serves as the main campus for the Purdue University system, which includes four other campuses throughout Indiana. Around 20% of students are involved in Greek life, and Purdue offers a diverse range of activities and organizations.

The "All American" Marching Band, six jazz bands, and two symphony orchestras are among the performance groups. Purdue's athletic teams, the Boilermakers, compete in the Division I Big Ten Conference and are well known for their dominant men's and women's basketball teams. Purdue's official mascot, the Boilermaker Special, is a railroad locomotive that is cared for and maintained by the student-run Purdue Reamer Club. Although no students are required to live on campus, approximately one-third of undergraduates do.

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Purdue University is comprised of 13 schools and colleges, many of which serve both undergraduate and graduate students. Professional and graduate schools include-

• The College of Engineering
• Krannert School of Management
• College of Education, and
• College of Pharmacy

All of which are highly regarded. Purdue University's prestigious School of Aeronautics and Astronautics, a part of the College of Engineering, has rightly earned the moniker "Cradle of Astronauts."

One popular university tradition is for students to run through any of the five campus fountains at the beginning and end of their time at Purdue.

In the 2022 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings, Purdue University Northwest (PNW) received notable recognition as one of the best regional universities, with special mentions for the School of Engineering, College of Nursing, and computer science program.

The academic calendar is semester-based. Purdue University—West Lafayette ranked #49 in National Universities in the Best Colleges 2022 edition. Famous alumni include legendary college basketball coach and player John Wooden, popcorn entrepreneur Orville Redenbacher, and Neil Armstrong, the first man ever to walk on the moon!

PNW is located between the skyscrapers of Chicago and the sandy shores of Lake Michigan. With a diverse, hardworking, and innovative group of students who have combined academic excellence with real-world experience. Purdue students can join over 1,000 student societies and 30 sports clubs, which include water polo, basketball, intramural sports, and more.

Gigs, exhibitions, musicals, and plays are also held on campus on a regular basis. Students from next door and students from all over the world come together at PNW to learn, grow, and connect.

Admissions to Purdue University—West Lafayette

Purdue University-West Lafayette admissions are selective, with a 67 percent acceptance rate. Half of the applicants admitted to Purdue University—West Lafayette have SAT scores ranging from 1190 to 1430 or an ACT score ranging from 25 to 33.

Purdue University-West Lafayette Academic Life

Purdue University—West Lafayette has a student-faculty ratio of 13:1, and 43.5 percent of its classes have fewer than 20 students. Engineering, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services; Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services; Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians; Health Professions and Related Programs; Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science and Related Fields; Social Sciences; Education; Library Science; and Mathematics and Statistics are the most popular majors at Purdue University—West Lafayette. The average freshman retention rate is 92 percent, which is simply an indicator of student satisfaction at Purdue.

Purdue University-West Lafayette Student Life

Purdue University—West Lafayette has a total undergraduate enrollment of 34,920 students (fall 2020), with 57 percent male students and 43 percent female students. At this school, 36% of students live in college-owned, -operated, or -affiliated housing, while 64% live off-campus. Purdue University-West Lafayette competes in NCAA Division I sports. With over 80 student organizations, Student Programming Board, Alternative Spring Break, and leadership programs, PNW students have a plethora of opportunities to get involved, meet new people, and make lasting college memories. Although, students of the legal drinking age are not permitted to consume alcohol at Purdue University—West Lafayette.

Purdue University West Lafayette Financial Aid & Tuition

Purdue University—West Lafayette receives need-based financial aid for 38% of full-time undergraduates, with the average need-based scholarship or grant award of $12,536.

West Lafayette Campus of Purdue University

Purdue's campus is in West Lafayette, near the western bank of the Wabash River, which separates the smaller city of Lafayette from the larger city of Lafayette. State Street, which runs parallel to State Road 26, separates the northern and southern parts of campus.

Academic buildings are mostly concentrated in the east and south of campus, while residence halls and intramural fields are to the west and athletic facilities are to the north. The Greater Lafayette Public Transportation Corporation (CityBus) runs eight campus loop bus routes that students, faculty, and staff can use for free with their Purdue ID. Purdue University—West Lafayette provides a variety of student services, such as nonremedial tutoring, a women's center, placement service, daycare, health service, and health insurance. Purdue University—West Lafayette also provides 24-hour foot and vehicle patrols, late-night transport/escort service, 24-hour emergency telephones, lighted pathways/sidewalks, student patrols, and controlled dormitory access (key, security card, etc.).