Admissions Overview
The admission process at Purdue University has a 50% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $60. Purdue University has test requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
50%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
73,083
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
26%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Purdue University has a 50% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $60. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Purdue University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Required
Standardized test scores are required for admission
Application Cost
$60
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredStandardized Test Scores
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Personal Statement/Essay
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
High School GPA
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Purdue University. About 73% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,190 to 1,460. Additionally, about 23% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 27 to 34.
SAT Scores
73% of students submitted400
1600
1190 – 1460
200
800
590 – 710
200
800
600 – 750
ACT Scores
23% of students submitted1
36
27 – 34
1
36
26 – 35
1
36
26 – 35
Admission Statistics
73,083 students applied to Purdue. Of those, 50% were accepted (36,763 students). Of these 36,763 accepted students, 9,381 chose to enroll.
73,083
Total Applicants
36,763
Students Admitted
9,381
Students Enrolled
50%
Acceptance Rate