Purdue University (West Lafayette, Indiana)

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Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN 47907
(765) 494-4600
www.purdue.edu

Home of the Boilermakers.

History
Founded in 1869 and named after benefactor John Purdue, Purdue University began its journey with six instructors, 39 students and a mission to provide agriculture and mechanic arts education.

Student Body
System-wide enrollment of 69,098 students; West Lafayette enrollment of 38,712 students (fall 2005); students from 50 states and 130 countries.

Location
Main campus in West Lafayette, Indiana (126 miles southeast of Chicago, 65 miles north of Indianapolis). Statewide university system includes five campuses and numerous teaching and research sites.

Estimated Annual Undergraduate Expenses
$17,056 resident; $31,326 nonresident (2006-07). Includes fees, books and supplies, room/board, tuition for nonresidents, and miscellaneous costs.

Athletics
Member of Big Ten Conference
nine men's, nine women's Division I NCAA teams

www.purdue.edu/campus_map/
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Coordinates:   40°25'24"N   86°55'37"W

Comments

  • Great football rivalary with Notre Dame!
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