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What are your chances at Purdue University-Main Campus?

West Lafayette, IN · Public · 44,503 students

50%admitted
49.9% acceptance rate

A realistic target for a solid profile.

Out of every 100 applicants, about 50 are admitted.

SAT range of admitted students1200–1480
400
1600

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What Purdue University-Main Campus actually costs — and what graduates earn

Published by the U.S. Department of Education. Real reported figures, not estimates.

Average net price
$14,600
per year, after grants · sticker $24,591
Median earnings
$72,424
10 years after entering
Graduation rate
83.1%
finish within six years
Median debt
$19,500
at graduation · about $207/month

What families actually paid, by income

Under $30,000$5,098
$30,000 – $48,000$6,241
$48,000 – $75,000$9,438
$75,000 – $110,000$18,177
Over $110,000$22,742

Average annual net price paid by students receiving federal aid. For your own family, Purdue University-Main Campus’s net price calculator is the authoritative figure.

About admissions at Purdue University-Main Campus

Purdue University-Main Campus accepts about 49.9% of applicants. Applicants with a reasonable profile have good odds, though a sharp application still improves your chances.

Admitted students typically score between 1200 and 1480 on the SAT, or 27–34 on the ACT. Falling below that range doesn’t disqualify you — it means the rest of your application needs to carry more weight.

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Admissions data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Rates and score ranges reflect recent reported years and may change.