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Purdue University Fort Wayne

Fort Wayne, IN · Public · Large city · Website

Purdue University Fort Wayne campus
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Admission rate
84%
Accessible
Average net price
$12,471
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
40%
Median earnings
$51,617
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Purdue University Fort Wayne is a public college in Fort Wayne, IN with 5,484 undergraduates. It admits 84% of applicants, and admitted students average 1100 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $12,471 per year ($8,411 for families earning under $30,000). 40% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $51,617 ten years after enrolling.

public college

Admissions

Admission rate
84%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
6,466
Fall 2023
Admitted
5,539
Fall 2023
Yield
25%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing490–610
200800
SAT Math480–610
200800
ACT Composite22–29
136

What Purdue University Fort Wayne looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$22,568
sticker price, per year
In-state tuition
$9,532
Out-of-state tuition
$23,573

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$8,411
  • $30–48k$7,061
  • $48–75k$9,817
  • $75–110k$15,280
  • $110k+$20,622

Get a personal estimate with Purdue University Fort Wayne's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
40%
Freshman retention
67%
Median earnings
$51,617
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$19,537
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
5,484
Student–faculty ratio
13:1
Receive Pell grants
36%
  • White68%
  • Hispanic11%
  • Black7%
  • Asian6%

Purdue University Fort Wayne FAQ

What is Purdue University Fort Wayne's acceptance rate?+

Purdue University Fort Wayne admits 84% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Purdue University Fort Wayne?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 490–610 on SAT Reading and Writing and 480–610 on SAT Math; the average total is 1100.

What ACT score do you need for Purdue University Fort Wayne?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 22–29.

Is Purdue University Fort Wayne test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Purdue University Fort Wayne?+

In Fall 2023, 6,466 students applied to Purdue University Fort Wayne and 5,539 were admitted; 1,378 enrolled.

Does Purdue University Fort Wayne consider legacy status?+

No. Purdue University Fort Wayne reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Purdue University Fort Wayne require an essay?+

Purdue University Fort Wayne reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Purdue University Fort Wayne cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $22,568 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $12,471.

What is Purdue University Fort Wayne's graduation rate?+

40% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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