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Purdue University

West Lafayette, IN

Academics

  • Graduation Rate
    83%
  • Majors Available
    226
  • Student-to-Faculty Ratio
    14:1
  • Retention Rate
    92%

AP Credit Policy

We accept all AP scores but only grant credit for scores of 3 or higher. Some departments grant equivalent course credit and some only grant undistributed credit.

For more information, view the credit policy on the college's website.

  • Offers credits

    Yes

  • Offers placement into advanced courses

    Yes

Study Options

Majors and Degrees

The college offers the following degrees: Certificate, Associate, Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral

  • No majors found

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Special Academics Program

  • Accelerated Study
  • Comprehensive transition and postsecondary program for students with intellectual disabilities
  • Cross-Registration
  • Distance Learning
  • Double Major
  • Dual Enrollment of High School Students
  • English as a Second Language
  • Honors Program
  • Independent Study
  • Internships
  • Liberal Arts/Career Combination
  • ROTC, Air Force
  • ROTC, Army
  • ROTC, Navy
  • Study Abroad
  • Teacher Certification
  • Weekend College

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