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Purdue University is no longer accepting applications for its MBA course for the Aug 2025 start. The Final Round MEM course deadline is Jun 1, 2025. Check Purdue University Reviews for more details from here. 

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Purdue University Courses & Fees 2026

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MS(38 courses)
INR 25 L - 38 LGet Fee Details
Duration10 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedTOEFL: 77 - 105, PTE, Duolingo: 115 - 125, IELTS: 6.5 - 8, GRE, GMAT
MBA/PGDM(8 courses)
INR 26 L - 36 LGet Fee Details
Duration10-24 months
Exam AcceptedTOEFL: 80 - 107, PTE, Duolingo: 125 & Above, IELTS: 7.5 - 8, GMAT: 585 & Above, GRE
B.E. / B.Tech(43 courses)
INR 26 L - 29 LGet Fee Details
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, PTE, Duolingo: 110 & Above, TOEFL: 80 - 88
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Q:   How to get into Purdue University for MS in CS?
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Purdue University admission requirements for MS in CS course are:

  • Applicants must have received a four-year bachelor’s or equivalent degree before the term of the programme in which they want to take admission
  • The majority of the applicants have a degree in Computer Science. However, Purdue University considers applicants from other fields with suitable backgrounds
  • Most of the successful MS in CS applicants have major and cumulative GPAs above 3.5 / 4.0
  • Other programme key requirements
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Publications
  • Research Experience
  • English proficiency
Q:   Can I get into Purdue with a 2.7 GPA?
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For UG programs, the students must get a minimum GPA of 2.3 on a scale of 4.0,  so yes, a students would be meeting the Purdue University eligibility by having 2.7 on a scale of 4.0. Although, this university is considered difficult to get into as the Purdue University acceptance rate stands at 49.3% meaning out of every 100 applications, only 50 applicants are rolled out an offer letter. 

Q:   What master's degrees does Purdue offer?
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At Purdue University, there are over 200 Masters courses and these are offered as MS, MBA, MEM and more. The MS courses are offered in the programs given below -

  • Computer Science 
  • Data Science in Finance Program
  • Chemical Engineering 
  • Business Analytics and Information Systems 
  • Electrical  and Computer Engineering 
  • Civil Engineering 
  • Mechanical Engineering 

 

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Purdue University Fee Breakdown 2025

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Q:   What is the Purdue University QS Ranking in 2025?
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QS is one of the famous and most followed ranking body around the world. It published University rankings for various global universities. The QS Ranking of Purdue University among the world universities is #88 in 2026. The ranking has improved from #89 in 2025. The QS World University Rankings of Purdue Universities across the years has been given in the table below:

Ranking Parameter202420252026
World University998988
Masters in Business Analytics2123NA
Masters in Supply Chain Management1515NA
Q:   What is the total cost of studying at Purdue (tuition + living) for Indian students?
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The total Purdue University cost will include the tuition fee and living expenses. As per Shiksha Study abroad, the annual tuition fee to study at Purdue will range between INR 12.58 L - 36.95 L. Course level-wise fee distribution is given as follows:

Course level

Annual Tuition Fee in INR

UG

INR 24.39 L - 28.12 L

PG

INR 12.58 L - 36.95 L

Living Expenses: For UG students, the housing and other living expenses would cost around (as per the 2025-26 academic year):

Type of Expense

UG Expenses

Housing/food

USD 13,720 (Around INR 12 L)

Books/course materials

USD 1,090 (Around INR 95k)

Transportation

USD 190 (Around INR 16k)

Misc.

USD 2,150 (Around INR 2 L)
Q:   How much does it cost for 4 years at Purdue?
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The Purdue total tuition fee can be around USD 10,000 (Around INR 8 lakh). Other expenses included in the total cost are given below:

Type of Expense

UG Expenses

Housing/food

INR 12 L

Books/course materials

INR 95k

Transportation

INR 16k

Misc.

INR 2 L
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Students Ratings & Reviews

4.4/5
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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 50% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Academically oriented
Friendly
Liberal
Easy going
Internships4.3
Part time work4.7
Post study jobs4.7
Quality of faculty4.7
Student Life3.9
Value for money4.6
Public transportation4.7
Safety4.9
Indian Food4
Permanent Immigration3.7
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Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering - Batch of 2025
4.8
Purdue has an amazing alumni network and is academically oriented.
Tips: It is initially difficult to move to a different country, and that takes time. However, with time, the university grows in you. Purdue has an amazing alumni network, so it's easy to find someone in most settings to turn to for help. It's extremely academically oriented and that's great.
Likes (Public transportation): The buses on campus are free. It is available every 30 minutes or less, mostly. The transportation between 8 AM to 10 PM is easily taken care of by the city bus system. Post that, students tend to resort to cabs. However, most establishments close at that time so it doesn’t really affect us too much.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): I personally would like to learn here and come back to India to work at some point in the future. But this depends less on the university and more on the job market and the current situation in the country. However, Purdue does have a good alumni network in most companies.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1000
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD
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Master of Science in Computer Science - Batch of 2025
4.2
Purdue has very good ranking and esteem, especially there Ms-Cs program.
Tips: One thing is to get a TA/RA/GA opportunity, as those are very few for new joiners. Start emailing professors and all departments, especially life sciences, for an RA, as soon as you confirm your admission, for the potential availability of positions. One good thing about CS students is that they can work at any department as software requirements are everywhere. These opportunities (TA/RA/GA) come with a fee-waiver and give a good salary every month! Purdue gets good funding. Also, if you see that you are not getting any assistantships, then you can apply for other hourly-paying on campus jobs on Purdue's career page, but these don't have a fee waiver. Purdue's MS-CS course can be very stressful if you don't select the courses wisely. At least in the 1st semester, do not go for difficult courses as we are mostly setting down. Don't just take a difficult course to try things. We want to get internships in the 1st year and a job in the 2nd year. That is why, don't overload yourself, as you might spend time doing on-campus jobs, home chores, etc. Buy second-hand stuff such as a table/chair/ other furniture from Purdue Surplus or join housing groups. People moving out give their stuff for free many times.
Likes (Safety): The area around Purdue (West Lafayette) is very safe. I have come home at 10-11 pm with public transport. The city buses are quite reliable and run after hours, at which the one I take (4B). There are emergency poles around the campus, where there seems to be a button to press in case of emergencies. Also, I see police vans standing around the campus as well.
Dislikes (Student Life): There are some good things that go on at campus, but graduate students are given too many loads that they cannot really enjoy the other things happening around. At least I can say that about MS-CS students. There are Indian communities on campus, who arrange good events and we enjoy those twice or thrice a year.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 800
Prepping time for classes36 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 75000
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Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity - Batch of 2027
4.2
Mixed opinions about the University but grateful for the experiences.
Tips: Honesty, Purdue's quality has severely gone down over the years and it does not make sense to come here without scholarships. From a networking and opportunities point of view, Purdue is an ideal place and it is very safe and student-friendly. But if you are getting a higher-ranked university, I suggest you go for that.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 5325
Prepping time for classes31 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 92925
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Master of Science in Industrial Engineering - Batch of 2024
4.2
It is a great Engineering University with lots of resources and opportunities.
Tips: It is a top Engineering school with a lot of resources available for everything. It has fast flexibility in coursework and a good policy for internships, so look out for internship opportunities. There are funding opportunities, but they might be restricted in some departments. It is a good college town where everything is built for and around Purdue.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1075
Prepping time for classes14 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 79825
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Master of Science in Computer Science - Batch of 2025
4.5
Purdue Masters - Worth the money and your time
Tips: It’s going to be very competitive. Students should be prepared for that. Not much cultural shift as there are a lot of Indians here. The syllabus is advanced, we can learn a lot here. A lot of companies hire exclusively from Purdue, but currently, the job market is down for everybody.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1500
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 101400
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2024Read more
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Master of Science in Computer Science - Batch of 2023
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Really good public university, you get to learn a lot!
Tips: Purdue provides fee waiver for research assistant and teaching assistant position in MSCS. This is a really good opportunity for graduate and Ph.D. students. All the seems that we work as a TA/RA fee would be waived. I feel being a TA by teaching and assisting undergrad students during labs and office hours was a great experience.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1150
Prepping time for classes50 hours/Week
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FAQs

Q:   How good is Purdue University for Computer Science?
A: 

Purdue University’s Computer Science Department is the world’s the oldest degree granting Computer Science department. The first-year tuition fee for MS in CS is around INR 25 Lakh. Some of the job prospects for students who graduate from Purdue University with a CS Master’s degree are:

  • Big Data Analyst
  • Machine Learning Analyst
  • Blockchain Developer
  • Data Scientist
  • Network Architect

Also Check: MS in Computer Science in USA

Q:   Does Purdue University offer scholarships to international students?
A: 

The scholarships offered to international UG students at Purdue University are mentioned as follows:

  • The value for the Trustees Scholarship is USD 16,000 per year. The eligibility criteria includes sjhowing exceptional academic achievement, leadership, and service in school or community. 
  • The value for the Presidential Scholarship is USD 10,000 per year.The eligibility criteria includes high academic achievement, leadership, and service in school / community.

These scholarships can be renewed every year if the student has 3.0 GPA or more.

Read: Scholarships to Study in USA for International Students 

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Answered a week ago

International students who have a UG degree from a recognised institution are eligible. Purdue University has MS courses and requires international students to apply with some admission documents, such as - 

  • An updated resume
  • SOP 
  • Personal Statement 
  • Transcripts
  • GRE Score 
  • English language requirements

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Piyush Rastogi

Contributor-Level 8

Answered a week ago

As an international student, yes, you need to meet some English language requirements with a minimum score. The students can choose to take IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo. 

Look at the table below for the scores and the English language test score required - 

English Language TestMinimum Score Required 
IELTS 6.5 and above 
TOEFL iBT77 to 105
Duolingo115 to 125

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Rachit Arora

Contributor-Level 9

Answered a week ago

Yes, the Purdue MS courses are among the best in the world as they are ranked by some of the top ranking bodies like the US News, QS, THE and ARWU. Some of the most ranked course specialisations are Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and more.

Look at the table given bel

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Lalit Shukla

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 2 months ago

To get admitted to the Purdue University MS, students from a variety of backgrounds must meet the fundamental eligibility requirements and turn in the necessary paperwork. The following are the prerequisites for international MS applicants applying to Purdue:

  • Resume
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Transcripts
  • GRE

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Esha Tiwari

Contributor-Level 8

Answered 3 months ago

Purdue University admitted over 58,000 students,  with 44,100 students are undergraduates and 12,900 are graduate students. Students can check enrollment statistics for Purdue University over the last few years below:

Academic Year

Number of  UG Applications Received

Number of Students Accepted

Purdue University Acceptance Rate

2025-26

78,162 

TBA

TBA

2024-25

78,745

39,272

49.87%

2023-24

72,800

36,602

50.28%

2022-21

68,309

35,995

52.7%

2021-22

59,173

40,759

68.9%

2020-21

57,279

38,457

67.1%

2019-20

54,912

32,834

59.8%

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