# 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.

- [Explore First-Year Scholarships](https://admissions.purdue.edu/cost-financial-aid/scholarships)

Affordable Excellence

14 

Years Straight of Frozen Tuition

#1 

Public University in Indiana for Return on Investment 

Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity, 2024

[Understand Your Options

Division of Financial Aid](https://www.purdue.edu/dfa/ )

#1
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)

#3
Public University in the U.S. for Internships and Co-ops
U.S. News & World Report, 2025

Understand Your Options

[Division of Financial Aid](https://www.purdue.edu/dfa/ )

#1
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)

#3
Public University in the U.S. for Internships and Co-ops
U.S. News & World Report, 2025

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## Costs

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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

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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.

- [Explore Scholarships](https://admissions.purdue.edu/cost-financial-aid/scholarships/)

Indy Scholars Program

Applying to our Indianapolis location? This scholarship program will support your studies in Indianapolis and help you achieve your goals.

- [Explore Indy Scholars](https://admissions.purdue.edu/cost-financial-aid/indy-scholars/)