Purdue University Global

West Lafayette, Indiana

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Purdue University Global is a public institution in West Lafayette, Indiana recognized by Abound as one of its Best Online Colleges. The school serves a significant population of adult learners, with more than 24,900 undergraduates over the age of 25, and offers online coursework designed to support students balancing education with work and other responsibilities.

Overview

School Type

Website: www.purdueglobal.edu

Accessibility

  • Distance education:Yes
  • Online degrees:Yes
  • Career services:Yes
  • Weekend/Evening classes:Yes
  • Credit for life experiences:Yes
  • On-Campus day care:No

Demographics

Part-time students
25,996 undergrads
  • Full-time undergrad students:5,506
  • Undergrad students over 25 years old:24,889
  • Pell Grant students:16,063
  • Online and distance education undergrad students:31,372
  • Part-time students
    83%
  • Students over 25 years old
    78%

Cost

In-district per-credit-hour charge for part-time students
$280
Average net price for students awarded grant/aid
$9,494
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Online & Distance Programs

Bachelor's degrees offered

  • Natural Resources and Conservation(1)
  • Communication Journalism and Related Programs(1)
  • Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services(4)
  • Education(1)
  • Legal Professions and Studies(1)

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  • Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies(3)
  • Psychology(1)
  • Homeland Security Law Enforcement Firefighting and Related Protective Service(3)
  • Public Administration and Social Service Professions(2)
  • Transportation and Materials Moving(2)
  • Health Professions and Related Programs(7)
  • Business Management Marketing and Related Support Services(5)
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Outcomes

  • Retention rate for part-time students:36%
  • Graduation rate for part-time students:19%

Military & Veteran

Number of undergraduate students receiving Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits
3,252 students
  • Credit for military training:Yes
  • Dedicated staff member:Yes
  • Student veteran organization:Yes
  • Yellow Ribbon Program member:Yes
  • Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges member:Yes
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