Purdue University is a public research university in West Lafayette, Indiana, ranked among the top 10 engineering schools in the US. It is best known for engineering, computer science, aviation, and agriculture programs with strong ties to NASA and Fortune 500 employers. Over half of Purdue graduates receive job offers before graduation.
West Lafayette, USA
Top 120 Globally (2024)
Top 10 — US News & World Report
Top 15 Nationally — US News
Top 20 US Universities — QS Graduate Employability
Carnegie R1 — Highest Research Activity
MS in Computer Science
Masters DegreeDuration
21 Months
Intake
Jan, Aug
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 90, GRE: Recommended
MS in Electrical and Computer Engineering
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Jan, Aug
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 90, GRE: Recommended
BS in Aerospace Engineering
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Aug
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 80, SAT/ACT: Required
MBA — Krannert School of Management
Masters DegreeDuration
21 Months
Intake
Aug
Exam Score
IELTS: 7.0, TOEFL: 100, GMAT: Recommended
BS in Computer Science
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Aug
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 80, SAT/ACT: Required
MS in Data Science
Masters DegreeDuration
18 Months
Intake
Jan, Aug
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 90, GRE: Recommended
25 Purdue alumni have flown to space — more than any other university except the US Naval Academy.
ABET-accredited engineering programs — respected by employers and licensing boards across the US.
Purdue Research Park hosts 260+ companies — giving students direct access to industry partners on campus.
Aviation Technology program — one of the few universities with its own airport and flight training fleet.
Engineering graduates commonly join Apple, Google, Boeing, NASA, Intel, and Caterpillar within six months of finishing.
Median starting salary for CS and engineering graduates is $75,000–$95,000 annually.
Krannert MBA graduates report 90%+ employment within three months, across finance, consulting, and tech sectors.
Strong PhD pipeline — Purdue is a top producer of STEM doctoral graduates who enter US academia and research labs.
Undergrad
1st Feb 2025
Postgrad
15th Dec 2024
Undergrad
Not Available
Postgrad
1st Oct 2024
Purdue's main campus covers 2,400 acres and includes its own airport, research parks, and more than 900 student organisations. Everything you need for study and campus life is within walking distance.
West Lafayette is a college town with affordable living costs compared to major US cities. Chicago is 2 hours away by car, giving students easy access to a major job market and cultural scene.
Valid F-1 student visa required
I-20 form issued by Purdue
Proof of financial support for one year
Official transcripts and degree certificates
SEVIS fee payment ($350) before interview
Bank statement showing sufficient funds