Purdue University-Main Campus
West Lafayette, IN · Site officiel ↗
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.
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Université publique : les frais de scolarité indiqués correspondent au tarif des étudiants américains venant d'un autre État. Les étudiants internationaux paient généralement ce tarif, voire plus, et doivent prévoir des fonds supplémentaires pour l'assurance santé et le visa — consultez la page de l'université consacrée aux coûts pour les étudiants internationaux.
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 janv.. |
| 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.
Aide financière et conditions pour les étudiants internationaux
| Aides et admission pour les candidats internationaux | Aucune aide sur critères financiers pour les étudiants internationaux de premier cycle Les étudiants internationaux ne sont pas éligibles à l'aide financière de l'établissement fondée sur les besoins ; seules des bourses au mérite ou des financements extérieurs sont possibles. Sources (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Please note, in general, international undergraduate students are not eligible for financial aid, including scholarships.”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Only domestic students are eligible for the scholarships described above.”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
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| Couvre la totalité des besoins financiers | Non — ne s'engage pas à couvrir la totalité des besoinsSources (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Please note, in general, international undergraduate students are not eligible for financial aid, including scholarships.”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
| Bourses au mérite | Non — l'aide est fondée sur les besoins, pas sur le mériteSources (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Only domestic students are eligible for the scholarships described above.”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“International students who hold F, J and some other visa types are not eligible.”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
| Politique SAT / ACT | SAT ou ACT obligatoireSources (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Purdue expects applicants to have SAT, ACT or CLT scores.”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
| Niveau d'anglais | Test d'anglais obligatoire, sauf dispense
Sources (7)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “International undergraduate applicants whose first language is not English will be evaluated for English language proficiency during the application review process.”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Select from the options below to review the minimum scores and guidelines.”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Duolingo English Test (DET) Generally, applicants have a 115 with a 110 or higher in all individual subscores.”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
| Conditional admission / English pathway | Not yet determined — consultez le site de l'université ↗ |
Programmes
| Bachelor's programme | Computer Science Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Computer Science Degree Requirements”www.cs.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Mechanical Engineering Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Welcome to the Undergraduate Program at Purdue Mechanical Engineering!”engineering.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“You've made a great decision to pursue a degree in Mechanical Engineering.”engineering.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 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 Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “The nonrefundable application fee is $60.”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
| Application requirement | Personal statement / main essay: Required Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12College-specific essays: Required (reference) Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Admission test scores (SAT/ACT/ATAR…): Required Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12School transcript / academic records: Required Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “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 ↗ · vérifié le 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. Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “The first-year application is available beginning Aug. 1 and closes Jan. 15”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Nov. 1 Early Action application deadline”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
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| Regular Decision — Application | 15 janv. The normal round; not binding. Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “The first-year application is available beginning Aug. 1 and closes Jan. 15”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Jan. 15 Regular decision application deadline”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
| Early Action — Scholarship application | 1 nov. Apply early and hear early; not binding — you can still choose another college. Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Nov. 1 Early Action application deadline Merit scholarship consideration and John Martinson Honors College deadline”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“All university merit-based scholarships have a firm deadline of Nov. 1.”admissions.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 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 — consultez le site de l'université ↗ |
Sources (10)
“Undergraduate Tuition and Fees – 2026-2027”www.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Fall/Spring – Flat Rate (8+ credit hours) International”www.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Billed Expenses* Per Semester Academic Year Cost”www.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Sub-Total Tuition: $ 16,052.00 $ 32,104.00”www.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Computer Science/Data Science & Engineering UG & Biological Engineering Rates – Flat Rate (8+ credit hours) International”www.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Sub-Total Tuition: $ 18,077.00 $ 36,154.00”www.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Daniels School of Business UG & BA in Economics – Flat Rate (8+ credit hours) International”www.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Sub-Total Tuition: $ 17,770.00 $ 35,540.00”www.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Housing/Food** $ 8,367.00 $ 16,734.00”www.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Where students live
| First-year on-campus housing | Guaranteed Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Housing for first-year students is guaranteed to students who sign up by the spring deadline.”www.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Spring housing deadline: The deadline for first-year students to sign up for guaranteed housing, typically in May.”www.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
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| Housing available during breaks | Yes Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
Work and after graduation
| Co-op / paid work terms built into degrees | Yes Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Cooperative Education (co-op) programs offer numerous benefits for students looking to gain real-world experience before they graduate.”engineering.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
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| Accelerated bachelor's + master's programme | Yes Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Computer science majors can take advantage of the 4+1 BS/MS combined degree program.”www.cs.purdue.edu ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
Lieu
| 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).
Le coût, le taux d'admission, les fourchettes de scores aux tests et les revenus proviennent du College Scorecard du ministère américain de l'Éducation (consulté le 2026-11-11). La fourchette SAT additionne les scores par section aux 25e et 75e centiles ; elle est donc approximative. Les revenus du Scorecard concernent les bénéficiaires d'aides fédérales.