Purdue University
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 52%
Average High School GPA: 3.8
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Expected
SAT Range: 1210-1450
ACT Range: 27-34
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 44,170
Public or Private: Public
University Religious Affiliation: None
Political Leaning: Moderate
In-State Tuition: $9,992
Out-of-State Tuition: $28,794
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: West Lafayette, Indiana
Setting: Urban
U.S. Region: Midwest
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 22°F (-6°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 85°F (29°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 39 inches (991 mm)
Nearest Airport: Indianapolis International Airport (IND) — Approximately 70 miles (1.5-hour drive) from campus.
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Social Media
Instagram: @lifeatpurdue
Men’s Swim Team Instagram: @purduemswimdive
Women’s Swim Team Instagram: @purduewswimdive
Twitter: @LifeAtPurdue
Facebook: Purdue University
LinkedIn: Purdue University
YouTube: Purdue University
TikTok: N/A
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University Athletics
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Morgan J. Burke Aquatic Center
Head Coach: John Klinge
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #17
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #8 in Big Ten
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #18
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #8 in Big Ten
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U.S. News College Rankings
#46 in National Universities (tie)
#18 in Top Public Schools (tie)
#8 in Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs (tie)
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
#3 in Aerospace /Aeronautical / Astronautical
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
#4 in Biological / Agricultural (tie)
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
#11 in Electrical / Electronic / Communications
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
#12 in Environmental / Environmental Health
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#2 in Industrial / Manufacturing
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
#5 in Production / Operation Management
#10 in Quantitative Analysis (tie)
#10 in Supply Chain Management / Logistics (tie)
#10 in Software Engineering (tie)
#36 in Undergraduate Research/Creative Projects (tie)
#41 in First-Year Experiences (tie)
#7 in Co-ops/Internships (tie)
#25 in Best Colleges for Veterans (tie)
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Forbes Top Colleges
#291
America's Best Large Employers 2025
#63
#20
In Public Colleges
#48
In Research Universities
#8
In The Midwest
America's Best Employers By State 2024
#159
Best Employers for New Grads 2024
#69
America's Best Value Colleges 2019
#340
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: A+
Academics: A
Diversity: A
Athletics: A
Professors: A+
Dorms: B-
Student Life: A
Value: A
Campus: B+
Party Scene: B+
Location: C+
Campus Food: A
Safety: B+
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #59 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #80 of 1,332
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