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  • Students

    Find out more about the characteristics of students who attend Purdue.

  • Admissions

    See how many students applied, accepted, and enrolled at Purdue. Learn more about students’ high school preparation and test scores.

  • College Costs & Financial Aid

    Learn about costs to attend Purdue and how much financial aid is typically awarded.

  • College Cost Estimator

    Estimate your cost to attend Purdue in a few simple steps.

  • Classes and Campus Life

    Learn more about professors, where students live, and campus safety at Purdue.

  • Student Experiences

    Discover ways to be actively involved in your education at Purdue – inside and outside the classroom.

  • Majors, Graduation and Next Steps

    See which majors are most popular at Purdue and what recent graduates plan to do after earning their bachelor's degree.

  • Student Success & Progress

    Discover how many students who start at Purdue finish their bachelor's degree and how long it takes.

  • Student Learning Outcomes

    Figure out what learning gains to expect in critical thinking, writing, and other important subjects at Purdue.

The Big Picture: How many students were on campus in Fall 2010

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Undergraduate and Graduate Student Total
Total Students 39,726
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Undergraduate Snapshot

Undergraduate Student Demographic Breakdown
Total Undergraduate Students 30,836
 
Gender
Women 13,082 42%
Men 17,754 58%
 
Race/Ethnicity
American Indian / Alaskan Native 106 <1%
Asian 1,634 5%
African American / Black 1,077 3%
Hispanic 958 3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander 14 <1%
White 22,837 74%
Two or More Races 217 1%
International 3,420 11%
Race/Ethnicity Not Reported 573 2%
Geographic Distribution (Degree-Seeking)
Where do Purdue undergraduates call home?
 
Indiana 63%
Other US States & Territories 26%
Other Countries 11%
Residency Unknown <1%
 
How old are Purdue undergraduates?
Average Age 20
Percent of Undergraduates Age 25 or Older 4%
 
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