Purdue University-Main Campus
West Lafayette, IN · Sitio web oficial ↗
Purdue University-Main Campus is in West Lafayette, IN, United States. Tuition for international students: $32,104–$36,154 per year (2026-27 figure). Standard entry requirements: A-levels; GCSE/IGCSE five academic subject passes including English, mathematics, natural/physical science and social science; IB Diploma. Language: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 88. Applying: application fee $60.
✓ 31 facts from 13 official pages, each with the exact sentence it comes from · checked 2026-11-12 · How we verify
50%
Tasa de admisión
44,503
Estudiantes de pregrado
$28,794
Matrícula (para residentes de otros estados de EE. UU.)
$25,610
Costo total de asistencia / año
$80,082
Ingreso mediano, 10 años después del ingreso
1200–1480
SAT, 50 % central (aprox.)
27–34
ACT, 50 % central
Universidad pública: la matrícula mostrada es la tarifa para estudiantes estadounidenses de otros estados. Los estudiantes internacionales suelen pagar esta tarifa o más, y necesitan fondos adicionales para seguro médico y costos de visa; consulta la página de costos internacionales de la universidad.
Solo de referencia. Verificado automáticamente con las páginas oficiales de la universidad el 2026-11-12; mantenido por Jordan Lee, editor. Las universidades pueden cambiar sus políticas en cualquier momento: confirma en la página oficial antes de postular. ¿Encontraste un error? Avísanos.
Quick summary
| Cost per year | not yet determined — public universities publish in-state costs; international students pay more. |
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| Money from the college | Need-based aid: none for international students. Merit scholarships: none. No named scholarship is confirmed open to international students yet. |
| Chances of admission | selective: about 1 in 2 applicants is admitted. Middle half of admitted students scored SAT 1200–1480. English minimum: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL (1–6) 4.5, TOEFL 88, Duolingo 115. |
| Application deadlines | Earliest: 1 nov (Early Action — Apply early and hear early; not binding — you can still choose another college.) Last round: Regular Decision, 15 ene. |
| Where and how students live | West Lafayette, IN · Small city · 95 km from IND airport |
| Housing | First-year housing: Guaranteed; housing and meals $16,734 per year |
| Working while studying | co-op / paid work terms are part of degrees |
| After graduation | not yet determined |
Plain-language summary of the verified details below. Where it says “not yet determined”, we have not found it on an official page yet.
Ayuda financiera y requisitos para estudiantes internacionales
| Ayuda y admisión para solicitantes internacionales | Sin ayuda por necesidad económica para estudiantes internacionales de pregrado Los estudiantes internacionales no son elegibles para ayuda institucional por necesidad económica; solo para becas por mérito o financiamiento externo. Fuentes (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Please note, in general, international undergraduate students are not eligible for financial aid, including scholarships.”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Only domestic students are eligible for the scholarships described above.”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
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| Cubre toda la necesidad económica | No — no promete cubrir toda la necesidad económicaFuentes (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Please note, in general, international undergraduate students are not eligible for financial aid, including scholarships.”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Becas por mérito | No — la ayuda se basa en la necesidad, no en el méritoFuentes (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Only domestic students are eligible for the scholarships described above.”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“International students who hold F, J and some other visa types are not eligible.”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Política de SAT / ACT | SAT o ACT obligatorioFuentes (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Purdue expects applicants to have SAT, ACT or CLT scores.”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“For most first-year students, a complete application includes: The application itself (including an essay) Answers to Purdue-specific questions on the application Self-reported high school grades Self-reported ACT or SAT scores The application fee (or qualified fee waiver)”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Dominio del inglés | Examen de inglés obligatorio, salvo que se aplique una exención
Fuentes (7)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “International undergraduate applicants whose first language is not English will be evaluated for English language proficiency during the application review process.”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“If you have been academically successful in a completed English-speaking curriculum, which demonstrates that you have a strong command of the English language, it may be considered.”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“For exams taken on or after January 21, 2026: We require a minimum TOEFL iBT score of 4.5 or higher with at least a 4.0 in each section.”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“For exams taken before January 21, 2026: We require a minimum TOEFL iBT score of 88 or higher with at least a 20 or higher per section.”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Select from the options below to review the minimum scores and guidelines.”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Generally, applicants have a score of 6.5 or higher with a minimum score of 6.0 in each section.”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Duolingo English Test (DET) Generally, applicants have a 115 with a 110 or higher in all individual subscores.”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Conditional admission / English pathway | Not yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗ |
Programmes
| Bachelor's programme | Computer Science Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Computer Science Degree Requirements”www.cs.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“The first six (core) courses, which are taken in the freshman and sophomore years, lay a strong foundation for computer science majors.”www.cs.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Mechanical Engineering Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Welcome to the Undergraduate Program at Purdue Mechanical Engineering!”engineering.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“You've made a great decision to pursue a degree in Mechanical Engineering.”engineering.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
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Applying
| Academic entry requirement for your school qualification |
Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ |
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| Application fee | $60 one-time Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “The nonrefundable application fee is $60.”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Application requirement | Personal statement / main essay: Required Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “For most first-year students, a complete application includes: The application itself (including an essay) Answers to Purdue-specific questions on the application Self-reported high school grades Self-reported ACT or SAT scores The application fee (or qualified fee waiver)”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12College-specific essays: Required (reference) Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “For most first-year students, a complete application includes: The application itself (including an essay) Answers to Purdue-specific questions on the application Self-reported high school grades Self-reported ACT or SAT scores The application fee (or qualified fee waiver)”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Admission test scores (SAT/ACT/ATAR…): Required Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “For most first-year students, a complete application includes: The application itself (including an essay) Answers to Purdue-specific questions on the application Self-reported high school grades Self-reported ACT or SAT scores The application fee (or qualified fee waiver)”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12School transcript / academic records: Required Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “To apply to Purdue, you must provide: At least three consecutive years of courses and grades Proof of high school graduation and/or a high school diploma prior to enrolling at Purdue Any additional documentation as outlined below based on your country of origin”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
Deadlines (fall 2027 entry)
| Early Action — Application | 1 nov Apply early and hear early; not binding — you can still choose another college. Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “The first-year application is available beginning Aug. 1 and closes Jan. 15”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Nov. 1 Early Action application deadline”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
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| Regular Decision — Application | 15 ene The normal round; not binding. Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “The first-year application is available beginning Aug. 1 and closes Jan. 15”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Jan. 15 Regular decision application deadline”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Early Action — Scholarship application | 1 nov Apply early and hear early; not binding — you can still choose another college. Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Nov. 1 Early Action application deadline Merit scholarship consideration and John Martinson Honors College deadline”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“All university merit-based scholarships have a firm deadline of Nov. 1.”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
Dates as published by the college; check the official page for time zones and supporting-document deadlines.
Costs for international students
| Tuition | $32,104 per year (2026–27 figure) Computer Science/Data Science & Engineering UG & Biological Engineering: $36,154 per year (2026–27 figure) Daniels School of Business: $35,540 per year (2026–27 figure) |
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| Housing and meals | $16,734 per year (2026–27 figure) |
| Student health insurance | Cost not yet determined Can be waived if you have comparable insurance |
| Proof of funds for the I-20 | Not yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗ |
Fuentes (10)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“Undergraduate Tuition and Fees – 2026-2027”www.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Fall/Spring – Flat Rate (8+ credit hours) International”www.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Billed Expenses* Per Semester Academic Year Cost”www.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Sub-Total Tuition: $ 16,052.00 $ 32,104.00”www.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Computer Science/Data Science & Engineering UG & Biological Engineering Rates – Flat Rate (8+ credit hours) International”www.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Sub-Total Tuition: $ 18,077.00 $ 36,154.00”www.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Daniels School of Business UG & BA in Economics – Flat Rate (8+ credit hours) International”www.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Sub-Total Tuition: $ 17,770.00 $ 35,540.00”www.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Housing/Food** $ 8,367.00 $ 16,734.00”www.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“ANY INTERNATIONAL STUDENT REGISTERED AS RESIDENTIAL, WHO HAS NOT PURCHASED THE STUDENT INSURANCE PLAN OR APPLIED FOR A WAIVER BY SEPTEMBER 8TH AT 5:00 P.M.:”www.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Where students live
| First-year on-campus housing | Guaranteed Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Housing for first-year students is guaranteed to students who sign up by the spring deadline.”www.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Spring housing deadline: The deadline for first-year students to sign up for guaranteed housing, typically in May.”www.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
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| Housing available during breaks | Yes Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Students may stay in their assigned space over winter break for an additional fee. Students are able to remain in their assigned space at no additional charge for all other breaks (fall, Thanksgiving, spring).”www.housing.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
Work and after graduation
| Co-op / paid work terms built into degrees | Yes Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Cooperative Education (co-op) programs offer numerous benefits for students looking to gain real-world experience before they graduate.”engineering.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“the co-op programs at Purdue typically involve students completing three-to-five work sessions with the same employer, which allows students to gain a long relationship with their employer, work on more projects and take on increasingly responsible roles in their work sessions.”engineering.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
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| Accelerated bachelor's + master's programme | Yes Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Computer science majors can take advantage of the 4+1 BS/MS combined degree program.”www.cs.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Able to complete both degrees within five calendar years, beginning with the student's first term as a degree-seeking student at Purdue, regardless of major, campus, or discontinuities in registration.”www.cs.purdue.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
Ubicación
| City / state | West Lafayette, IN |
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| Setting | Small city |
| Nearest major airport | Indianapolis International Airport (IND), about 95 km in a straight line |
| Map | View on OpenStreetMap ↗ |
Setting from the U.S. Department of Education (College Scorecard); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).
El costo, la tasa de admisión, los rangos de puntajes de exámenes y los ingresos provienen del College Scorecard del Departamento de Educación de EE. UU. (consultado el 2026-11-11). El rango del SAT suma los puntajes por sección de los percentiles 25 y 75, por lo que es aproximado. Los ingresos del Scorecard corresponden a quienes reciben ayuda federal.