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Purdue University-Main Campus

A large university, Purdue University sets itself apart in both its commitment to affordability with a 5-year tuition freeze and its high-quality engineering programs. Two standout programs in aviation technology and aeronautical engineering have graduated many a future astronaut who have gone onto explore space and walk on the moon.

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West Lafayette, IN
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How we rate it
ScholarMatcher Score
3.4200000000000004
Academics
3.5
Student Support
3.5
Affordability
4
School Info
School Size
20,000 and above
Religious affiliation
None
ENVIROMENT
City
Admit Selectivity
Less Selective
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What do the scores mean?


The ScholarMatcher rates schools on a 1.0-4.0 scale in four areas: financial aid, academic strength, student support services, and post-graduate affordability, with an overall average score as well. A 2 is average, a 3 is very good, and a 4 is exceptional. Since ScholarMatcher only includes excellent schools, you won’t see many 1s, except for financial aid. Schools with a 1 in financial aid offer great education, but you may need extra scholarships to afford them. Don't let a 1 in financial aid stop you from applying—just be ready to seek other financial resources if needed.

1
Financial Aid

measures the ability of a school to provide robust financial aid for students with households earning less than $48,000 a year.

2
Academic Strength

measures the schools’ abilities on retention and graduation rates.

3
Student Support

measures the schools’ ability to provide robust academic support and student services.

4
Postgraduate Affordability

measures the schools’ ability in providing an affordable education for students from low income households, with an emphasis on loan debt levels.