QS #109USAEst. 1869

Purdue University

West Lafayette, Indiana, USA

Purdue University is among the most affordable top-50 engineering schools in the USA. With its massive Indian student community and strong aerospace programs, it's a top choice from India.

23 Purdue graduates walked on the MoonLargest Indian student community in USAAffordable tuition#4 Aerospace Engineering USA

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$29K

Annual Tuition

₹24.2 L

72%

Visa Success

62%

Acceptance Rate

#109

QS Ranking

90%

Employment Rate

$88K

Avg Grad Salary

August, January

Intake

Complete Cost Breakdown for Indian Students

Annual cost of studying at Purdue (2025–26)

Annual Tuition Fee

$28,794

₹24.2 L

Living Cost (Accommodation + Food)

$13,000

₹10.9 L

Application Fee (one-time)

$60

₹5,040

Total Annual Cost

$41,794

₹35.1 L

Admission Requirements

Minimum eligibility for Indian students at Purdue

6.5+

IELTS Score

88+

TOEFL Score

308+

GRE Score

Not required

GMAT Score

7.5/10

Min GPA (10pt)

Up to 2

Backlogs Allowed

Popular Courses at Purdue for Indian Students

MS
MS Computer Science
MS
MS Electrical Engineering
MS
MS Aeronautics
MS
MS Agricultural Sciences

Scholarships for Indian Students

Purdue Graduate School Excellence

Top 15% applicants

$16,000/year

Top Employers of Purdue Graduates

BoeingCaterpillarEli LillySalesforceAmazon

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the tuition fee at Purdue University?

Annual tuition at Purdue University is $28,794 (approximately ₹24.2 L) for international students in 2025–26. This does not include living expenses of approximately $13,000/year.

Q: What is the acceptance rate at Purdue?

Purdue University has an acceptance rate of approximately 62% for international students. Indian students with strong GRE/GMAT scores and GPA above 7.5/10 have a higher chance of admission.

Q: What are the IELTS requirements for Purdue?

Purdue University requires a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 overall. TOEFL iBT minimum is 88.

Q: When is the application deadline for Purdue?

Purdue University has intake in August and January. Application deadlines are typically 3–6 months before the intake. Contact Jaivik Overseas Consultants for exact deadlines and application support.

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Quick Facts

Founded1869
Total Students50,000
International %25%
Campus TypeSuburban
Avg Salary (Grad)$88,000

Average Graduate Salary After Purdue