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Admissions

Small steps lead to giant leaps at Purdue University. If you’re a first-year student, transfer student or Boilermaker returning to complete your degree, begin your journey here. Take the next step on your path to joining a community of innovators and instigators, dreamers and doers.

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Deadlines & Dates

Maximize your opportunities for admission and scholarships, meet key deadlines.

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Closed Programs

Find out which majors are currently unavailable due to space limitations or academic sequencing.

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Application Status

Make sure we’ve received all your materials and that your application is on track.

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Class Profile

Explore first-year and transfer class profiles, as well as overall enrollment trends.

Your eyes are on the future, and you’re ready to take your next steps. We’re here to help. Explore these resources. They’re your guide to understanding admission criteria and requirements, completing your application, and crafting a strong essay.

Transfer Students

We want to make your path to becoming a Boilermaker straight and your transition to Purdue smooth. Please note that you must have completed 12 credit hours of college-level coursework post-high school graduation to apply as a transfer student.