Cost andFinancial Aid
Source: https://admissions.purdue.edu/cost-financial-aid/
Cost and Financial Aid
We are dedicated to affordability and accessibility at Purdue — pioneering innovative education while staying true to our land-grant mission. With 14 years of frozen tuition, we’re making the path to college available for more students than ever.
Affordable Excellence
14
Years Straight of Frozen Tuition
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[Understand Your Options
Division of Financial Aid](https://www.purdue.edu/dfa/ )
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Most Recognized Public University in the U.S. American Caldwell, 2025
[Pursue Your Path
Maximize Financial Aid](https://admissions.purdue.edu/cost-financial-aid/scholarships/#maximize-scholarship)
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Understand Your Options
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Pursue Your Path
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Costs
Understanding the cost of your education is an essential step in planning for your future. Purdue remains committed to affordability, offering one of the lowest tuition rates among top-ranked public universities.
[Tuition and Fees
View Options](https://www.purdue.edu/treasurer/finance/bursar-office/tuition/)
[Qualify for In-State Tuition
Understand Residency](http://www.purdue.edu/registrar/currentStudents/residency/index.html)
[Tuition Calculator
Estimate Costs](https://www.purdue.edu/bursar/tuition/calculator.php)
Financial Aid
Purdue provides financial assistance to students through scholarships, grants, loans and work-study opportunities. Our goal is to help you secure the funding you need to achieve your academic and career aspirations.
[Apply for Financial Aid
Take Next Steps](https://www.purdue.edu/dfa/apply/ )
[Estimate Your Aid Package
Plan Ahead](https://www.purdue.edu/dfa/cost/calculator/)
[Important Dates
Meet Deadlines](https://admissions.purdue.edu/become-student/deadlines/)
Resources
Navigating financial aid and funding options is easier with the right support. Our tools and guidance will help you through the process.
[Division of Financial Aid (DFA)
DFA is your source for financial aid options, eligibility and the application process.](https://www.purdue.edu/dfa/ )
[Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Submitting the FAFSA determines your eligibility for federal and state financial aid.](https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa )
[Student Employment
Gain valuable experience and earn money through on-campus and part-time jobs.](https://careers.purdue.edu/go/West-Lafayette-Students/7721500/ )
[Military Veterans
Financial assistance and resources are available to military veterans and their families.](https://www.purdue.edu/veterans/getting-started/financial-aid.html )
Scholarships
Purdue offers a variety of scholarship opportunities to help you achieve your academic goals.
First-Year Scholarships
As an incoming student, you may qualify for a range of merit and need-based scholarships.
Indy Scholars Program
Applying to our Indianapolis location? This scholarship program will support your studies in Indianapolis and help you achieve your goals.