Purdue University Global is a public online university built for working adults. It offers over 175 programmes across business, IT, health, and criminal justice. Degrees carry the Purdue name and HLC accreditation, making them widely respected by US employers.
Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
HLC (Higher Learning Commission) — regionally accredited
Top 50 Online Bachelor's Programmes — U.S. News 2024
#1 Military Friendly School — Victory Media 2023
Purdue brand recognised by Fortune 500 recruiters nationwide
Part of the Purdue University system, founded 1869
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct
Exam Score
IELTS:6.0, TOEFL:79
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct
Exam Score
IELTS:6.5, TOEFL:90
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct
Exam Score
IELTS:6.0, TOEFL:79
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Jan, Apr, Jul
Exam Score
IELTS:6.5, TOEFL:90
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct
Exam Score
IELTS:6.0, TOEFL:79
Master of Science in Psychology
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct
Exam Score
IELTS:6.5, TOEFL:90
100% online delivery — all programmes designed for students who work full-time.
Four intakes per year — start in January, April, July, or October.
ExcelTrack competency-based courses — finish faster if you already have work experience.
Purdue system membership — your degree certificate carries one of America's oldest public university names.
Graduates enter roles in healthcare, federal law enforcement, IT, and business management.
MBA alumni report average salaries of $75,000–$95,000 in mid-level management roles.
Nursing graduates qualify for NP and clinical leadership positions across US health systems.
IT graduates are hired by firms including Amazon, IBM, and US government agencies.
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Purdue Global is fully online with no physical campus requirement. Students access lectures, tutors, and career services through a dedicated learning portal, 24/7.
Most students study from home while working. A strong peer community exists through online forums, virtual study groups, and regional Purdue alumni networks across the US.
F-1 student visa not required for online study
Valid passport for international enrolment
English proficiency proof (IELTS or TOEFL)
Proof of tuition funding or payment plan
Official transcripts from prior institutions
Completed online application form
