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Your Chances of Getting Into Purdue University-Main Campus

Based on publicly available admissions data

Moderately Selective50.3% acceptance rate

Acceptance rate 40-60%. Often a good target school for strong applicants.

Admissions Statistics

Acceptance Rate
50.3%
SAT Range (Middle 50%)
1190 - 1460
ACT Range (Middle 50%)
27 - 34
Early Decision Rate
1.0%

What Matters Most

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Is Purdue University-Main Campus a Reach, Target, or Safety?

With a 50.3% acceptance rate, Purdue University-Main Campus is a solid target school for most applicants with competitive profiles.

Build a balanced college list with reach, target, and safety schools to maximize your options.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are my chances of getting into Purdue University-Main Campus?

Purdue University-Main Campus accepts 50.3% of applicants. Your individual chances depend on your complete profile: GPA, test scores, extracurriculars, essays, and recommendations. Use this data as a benchmark, not a guarantee.

What GPA do I need for Purdue University-Main Campus?

Purdue University-Main Campus looks for academically strong students. Review recent CDS data on the school's website for GPA breakdowns of admitted students.

What SAT score do I need for Purdue University-Main Campus?

The middle 50% of enrolled freshmen scored between 1190 and 1460 on the SAT. Scoring at or above 1460 puts you in the top quartile of admitted students. For ACT, the middle 50% range is 27-34.