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Public, 4-Year
West Lafayette, IN

Purdue University Global

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in IN. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$10,110

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

30.4%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$36,596

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Purdue University Global is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in West Lafayette, IN. With a competitive tuition profile of $10,110, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 30.4% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$40,440

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

6.1 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$6,596

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$25,520

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$91,480

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 30%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Purdue University Global is $26,078.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
57.4%
42.6%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
53.0%
Black
18.0%
Hispanic
16.1%
Two or more
4.3%
Unknown
4.1%
Asian
3.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.6%
International
0.5%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.4%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$10,110

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30kNot Reported
$30k - $48kNot Reported
$48k - $75k$12,267
$75k+Not Reported

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$26,078
Pell Grant Recipients47.9%
Using Federal Loans49.4%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment25.6%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

25.0%

Success

30.4%

In-State Cost

$10,110

Age 25+ Students

78.5%

Carnegie Class

Doctoral/Professional

Working at 6yr

33,679 students

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