At a glance
Average net price
$7,770
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
50.0%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
30,828
In-state tuition
$10,101
Out-of-state tuition
$14,412
Cost of attendance
$15,660
Median earnings (10y)
$36,596
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 57.1%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
14 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by business (38%), health (22%), stem (20%).
- STEM20%
- Health22%
- Business38%
- Humanities & arts6%
- Social sciences7%
- Trades & services8%
- Business37.7%~11,625 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions21.9%~6,739 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Computer science20.0%~6,175 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~2,349 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~1,529 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology2.1%~663 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~543 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Legal1.4%~438 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Education1.3%~407 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication1.0%~305 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~40 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences0.0%~9 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Transportation0.0%~6 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Liberal arts0.0%~3 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 3,553 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 1,867 | $47,866 | $45,176 |
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other. | Undergraduate certificate | 1,587 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 1,348 | $52,920 | — |
| Behavioral Sciences. | Master's | 1,299 | $41,307 | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Bachelor's | 1,186 | $40,812 | $47,313 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 1,089 | $36,626 | $37,375 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 1,025 | $91,860 | — |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Undergraduate certificate | 818 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 782 | $41,882 | $40,244 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Undergraduate certificate | 727 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 685 | $26,499 | $17,719 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master's | 632 | $50,875 | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 627 | $40,787 | $8,416 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Bachelor's | 602 | $38,533 | $42,443 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 590 | — | $6,417 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Associate's | 582 | $37,166 | $29,979 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Associate's | 546 | $34,930 | $5,967 |
| Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 519 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 517 | — | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 516 | $46,308 | $26,000 |
| Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services. | Bachelor's | 513 | $33,198 | $39,375 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate's | 493 | $34,634 | $23,354 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 408 | $51,063 | $54,293 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Bachelor's | 380 | — | $48,125 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 378 | $43,597 | $52,635 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Undergraduate certificate | 375 | — | $26,750 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 348 | $68,216 | $42,396 |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 323 | — | $53,229 |
| Behavioral Sciences. | Undergraduate certificate | 311 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Graduate certificate | 305 | $92,778 | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Graduate certificate | 294 | — | — |
| Legal Support Services. | Bachelor's | 284 | $37,834 | $49,036 |
| Human Services, General. | Master's | 277 | $37,890 | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 274 | $26,685 | $19,000 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Bachelor's | 259 | $32,530 | $46,968 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Master's | 240 | $58,990 | — |
| Public Health. | Master's | 239 | $44,414 | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Bachelor's | 238 | $29,114 | $44,436 |
| Fire Protection. | Bachelor's | 207 | $73,459 | $29,636 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Purdue University Global
Purdue University Global is a very large institution located in West Lafayette, Indiana, primarily awarding the certificate. It enrolls roughly 30,828 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Health professions, Computer science.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Purdue University Global — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $7,770 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $10,101 for in-state students and $14,412 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $15,660 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 50.0%, a average completion outcome. 57.1% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $36,596 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Purdue University Global confers degrees and certificates across 14 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Health professions, Computer science. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by business (38% of credentials), health (22% of credentials), stem (20% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in West Lafayette, Indiana (city), Purdue University Global draws students from across Indiana and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Purdue University Global
Q.How much does Purdue University Global cost?
The average net price at Purdue University Global is $7,770 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $15,660.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Purdue University Global?
Purdue University Global has a 6-year graduation rate of 50.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Purdue University Global graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Purdue University Global graduate earns $36,596 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Purdue University Global?
Published tuition is $10,101 in-state and $14,412 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Purdue University Global located?
Purdue University Global is located in West Lafayette, Indiana (ZIP 47906).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Purdue University Global at their official website.