Race & Ethnicity
Purdue University has a diverse student body with 29% students of color and 8% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Purdue University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Purdue University has a gender distribution of 43% female students and 57% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
42% of total enrollment
32% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Purdue University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 81% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 3% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
81%
Traditional Age (18-21)
3%
Non-Traditional (25+)
26%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Purdue University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 8% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 46% in-state residents, 46% out-of-state students, and 8% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
46% of student body
46% of student body
8% of student body
States Represented
All 50 states and Washington D.C. are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
29%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
43%
Female Students
Global Reach
8%
International
Age Diversity
3%
Non-Traditional Age