Purdue University-Main Campus — West Lafayette, IN
at Purdue University-Main Campus · West Lafayette, IN
Could go either way
Listed Price
$22,567/yr
Starting Salary
$26,959
Finish Rate
83.1%
$22,567/yr
Full sticker price — tuition, housing, and fees before any aid
Students on financial aid pay $13,945/yr after grants & scholarships (saves $8,622/yr)
4 Years Total
$90,268
Typical Debt
$19,500
Interest You'd Owe
+$7,106
What You'd Really Pay
$62,886
That's about $222/month for 10 years after you graduate
Salary Boost
+-10%
Ahead After 10 Years
$206,704
Do you earn enough to justify the price?
How fast do you earn back what you spent?
How much more than skipping college?
Will you actually finish?
Data from the U.S. Department of Education. Salaries are what recent grads typically earn — yours could be higher or lower.
Costs can change. These numbers don't adjust for where you live, and only cover students who used federal financial aid. Not financial advice.