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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:   Is Purdue University good?
A: 

According to the unofficial source, one of the best colleges, Purdue University, took the #46 spot among national universities. The university received more than 59,000 applications for the class of 2026. More than 40,000 were admitted to the university, including more than 10,000 enrolled.

Purdue University attracts students from all over the world because of its great academic reputation, accreditation from very well known organizations, a really good camus campus and a nice range of options. 

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Purdue University Fee Breakdown 2025

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Q:   What is the Purdue University US News Ranking for 2025?
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US News & World Report provides global, national, regional, and subject-based rankings of US universities to give clarity to students going abroad. The Purdue University ranking as per the US News and World Report is given in the table below:

Ranking Criteria20242025
Global Universities167167
National University4346
Q:   What is the ranking criteria according to QS for Purdue University?
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The Quacquarelli Symonds rankings include an annual ranking report of universities. The methodology has various factors such as academic reputation, employer reputation, research influence, and international presence while giving ranking. The  Quacquarelli Symonds ranking criteria are given below:

Purdue University Quacquarelli Symonds Ranking Criteria

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61.7

Academic Reputation

63.3

Citations per Faculty

54.3

Employment Outcomes

63.1

Employer Reputation

81.1

Q:   How much does Purdue MEM cost?
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Considered an affordable degree at Purdue, the MEM tuition for 21 months is INR 20.23 L. Other factors like accommodation, transportation, health insurance and miscellaneous expenses are not included in this fee. Given below is the exact amount an international student has to pay - 

Fee components

Amount (for 21 months)

Tuition

INR 20.23 L

Insurance

INR 1.4 L

Transportation

INR 87.22 K

Others

INR 3.14 L

Total fee

INR 25.63 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
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2024Read more
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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?
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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?
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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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Yes, international applicants need to go through an interview to be able to get into Purdue MEM. It is one of the most important steps of the Purdue University admission process. So, what all is asked in this interview, it is given below - 

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While Purdue University does not specifically release acceptance rates for MEM courses, the overall acceptance rate of this university generally revolves around 50% for most of years. 

This is surely quite a competitive acceptance and to get in, international students are required to meet the Purdue

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In the U.S. based rankings Purdue Uni ranks at #46 in 2026. It is also ranked at #19 the top public schools category in the U.S. News rankings. Also, in the QS rankings, Purdue is a top 10 public university in the U.S., ranking at #9 in the QS rankings 2026. Also, note that the Graduate Engineering

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Bhumika Kaur

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For all Purdue University courses, international students are required to prove English proficiency by taking the tests mentioned below with their minimum respective scores:

·       IELTS: 6.5 Overall

·       TOEFL: For UG programs,  80 minimum and 80 to 88 for graduate programs

·       PTE: Accepted

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In the QS world rankings, Purdue Uni ranking is #88 in 2026. In Times Higher education rankings, Purdue ranks at #85 in 2026. In the Global Universities rankings 2025, this university ranks at #173 by U.S. News. In the world rankings, Purdue ranks among the Top 100 Universities in the world in 2026.

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