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Purdue University-Main CampusTuition & Fees 2026

West Lafayette, IN · Private University

Tuition

$28,794

per year

Avg. Net Price

$13,945

after grants & scholarships

Cost of Attendance Breakdown

Cost ItemAmount
Tuition & Fees$28,794
Room & Board (est.)$12,500
Total Cost of Attendance (est.)$41,294
Avg. Net Price (after aid)$13,945

Room & board is estimated using the national average. Actual costs vary by housing choice. All figures are approximate.

How It Compares

National average tuition at private universities

$41,540

Purdue University-Main Campus is

$12,746 below the national average

Return on Investment

Median Grad Debt

$19,500

Federal loans at graduation

Median Earnings (10yr)

$72,424

Median earnings 10 years after enrollment

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Purdue University-Main Campus cost?

Purdue University-Main Campus has out-of-state tuition of $28,794 and an average net price of $13,945 after financial aid per year. The net price reflects average grants and scholarships.

What is the net price of Purdue University-Main Campus?

The average net price at Purdue University-Main Campus is $13,945 per year after grants and scholarships are applied. This is the amount the average student actually pays, which is often significantly less than the sticker price.

How much debt do Purdue University-Main Campus graduates typically carry?

The median federal loan debt for Purdue University-Main Campus graduates is $19,500. With median earnings of $72,424 ten years after graduation, this represents a manageable debt-to-income ratio for most graduates.

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