About Purdue

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.

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

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.

$18,800 resident; $34,444 nonresident (2008-09). Includes fees, books and supplies, room/board, tuition for nonresidents, and miscellaneous costs.

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

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