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10 months agoContributor-Level 10
Purdue University Lilly Scholarship program's value leads to reduction in full tuition. This scholars programme at this university encourages students from under-resources, urban and rural populations who have overcome socio-economic or educational disadvantages or are among the first generation in their family to attend college. This scholarship is also renewable with a Purdue GPA of 3.0 or higher.
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10 months agoContributor-Level 10
Merit-based scholarships are offered to Purdue University Undergraduate students. These are awarded as per academic coursework, grades in coursework, application essay, SAT / ACT score (if provided), recommendation (if provided), personal background and experience, etc. A few of the university-wide scholarships that are offered for UG students are given as follows:
- Trustees Scholarship: For non-residents, the scholarship value is USD 16,000 per year (Around INR 13.7 L). A holistic review is done. Students must have exceptional academic achievement; leadership and service in school / community. This is a renewable scholarship with Purdue
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10 months agoContributor-Level 10
Founded in 1869, Purdue University is a land grant institution and today, it is one of the the largest universities in the nation. The West Lafayette campus of this university covers nearly 2,500 acres with more than 160 major buildings including academic and residential buildings. There are over 50,000 students representing over 135 countries at the West Lafayette campus. The Office of International Students and Scholars at Purdue highlights events and activities happening in the West Lafayette area. Students can attend cultural events like Global Fest, International Education Week, Spring Fest, Feast of the Hunters' Moon, etc.
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10 months agoContributor-Level 6
For pursuing an MBA, Purdue University in the USA generally offers a stronger global reputation and potentially better career opportunities, especially for those seeking international or tech-focused roles, compared to K J Somaiya Institute of Management in India.
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10 months agoContributor-Level 6
Whether your campus life will be better on- or off-campus at Purdue University depends on your individual preferences and priorities. On-campus living offers convenience, easy access to campus resources, and a strong sense of community, while off-campus living provides more independence and potentially lower costs.
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10 months agoContributor-Level 6
Studying at Purdue University can cost roughly INR 25 to 38 Lacs per year for undergraduate programs and INR 29 to 39 Lacs per year for graduate programs, including tuition, fees, and living expenses, but this can vary based on programme and lifestyle.
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10 months agoContributor-Level 6
For Indian students applying to Purdue University, the undergraduate application deadlines for Fall intake are November 1st for Early Action and January 15th for Regular Decision. For graduate programs, deadlines vary by program, so it's crucial to check with the specific programme of interest.
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10 months agoContributor-Level 6
Indian students choose Purdue University for its strong engineering and computer Science programs, renowned faculty, industry connections, and the opportunity to gain international experience and a global perspective.
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10 months agoContributor-Level 6
For Indian students seeking scholarships at Purdue University, consider the Indian Emerging Scholar Fund (for undergraduate students), and explore external scholarships like the Fulbright-Nehru Scholarship and the Inlaks Shivdasani Foundation Scholarship.
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10 months agoContributor-Level 6
Yes, an average Indian student can join Purdue University, but admission depends on a strong application, including academic performance, standardized test scores (if required), and extracurricular activities, as Purdue is a moderately selective university.
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