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Purdue University Fort Wayne

Purdue University Fort Wayne

Fort Wayne, IN, USA
Public
4 Year

Overview

Acceptance Rate:
81%
Average Net Price:
$10,912
Campus Setting:
Major city
Average GPA
3.3
Average ACT Composite
21
Average SAT Composite
1085

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Tuition, Cost & Aid

Affordability & Cost

Average Net Price
$10,912
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Tuition
In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution.
$9,254
Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school.
$22,220
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
  • (amount for on-campus room, board and other expenses * # of students living on-campus.
  • + amount for off-campus (with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus with family
  • + amount for off-campus (not with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus not with family)
divided by the total # of students. Students whose living arrangements are unknown are excluded from the calculation. For some institutions the # of students by living arrangement will be known, but dollar amounts will not be known. In this case the # of students with no corresponding dollar amount will be excluded from the denominator.
$10,332
Books and Supplies
$2940
Average Net Price By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$7,171
$30k - $48k
$7,609
$48k - $75k
$11,606
$75k - $110k
$16,075
$110k+
$16,796
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]

Aid & Grants

0
100
64%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
26%
Average Aid Per Year
$7,432
Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
26%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$3,241
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$3,141

 

Students receiving state aid
36%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$5922
Students receiving federal aid
99%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$3,241
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$23,780,420
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$2,099,464

Student Loans

Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
36%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$5,387
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$11,982
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$218
Students receiving federal loans
36%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$4,526
Average Other Loans Per Year
$12,392

 

Admissions

Key Admissions Stats

Institution Type
Public
  • Not for Profit
  • Coed

Need Blind

This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission

Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Major city
0
100
81%
Acceptance Rate
5853
Students Applied
82%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
292
Transfer Students Admitted

Admissions Requirements

SAT
SAT is not checked
No
ACT
ACT is not checked
No
Transcript
Transcript is not checked
No
Test Optional
Item is checked
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Item is checked
Yes
AP Course Credit
Item is checked
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Item is checked
Yes

Important Deadlines

Application TypeApplication DeadlineReply Deadline
Fall Regular DecisionAugust 1
Application Fee
$30
Fee waivers available
Applications Accepted

Admitted Student Stats

In-State Students
85%
Out-Of-State Students
11%
13%
Submitting ACT
56%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 21
0
36
Average SAT Composite: 1085
0
1600
SAT Percentiles

Math
25th
490
75th
600
Reading
25th
490
75th
610
3.3
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA

3.75+
15%
3.50 - 3.74
16%
3.25 - 3.49
14%
3.00 - 3.24
17%
2.50 - 2.99
24%
2.00 - 2.49
12%
Students Enrolled By Class Rank

Top 10%
16
Top 25%
43
Top 50%
76
Students Enrolled By Household Income

< $30k
178
$30k - $48k
143
$48k - $75k
131
$75k - $110k
126
$110k+
119

Admissions Resources

Admissions: visit page
Admissions Email: [email protected]
For Students with Disabilities: visit page

Academics

Key Academic Stats

Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
9,069
Total Number of Undergrads
8,390
0
100
19%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
38%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
13:1
US National: 21:1
Academic Calendar

Semester

Non Traditional Learning
  • Online Classes
  • Online Undergrad Degrees
  • Summer Sessions
  • Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
  • Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
  • ROTC Army
  • Study Abroad
  • Honors Program
  • Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes

2-19 Students
52%
20-39 Students
43%
40-99 Students
4%
 

Degrees and Majors

MAJORS
74

Faculty Overview

Gender
Male
Female
Ethnicity

African American
Asian/Pacific Islander
White
Hispanic
Multi-Racial
Unknown

Campus Life

Key Campus Stats

Student Gender
Male
Female
48%
52%
Residency
In-State Students
85%
Out-Of-State Students
11%
Size of Town
Major city
US States Represented
36
Countries Represented
48
Ethnicity
African American
6%
Asian/Pacific Islander
5%
Hispanic
9%
White
74%
Multiracial
4%
Percent of First Generation Students
35%
Student Organizations
86
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Item is not checked
No
On Campus Women's Center
Item is checked
Yes
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Item is checked
Yes

Housing

0
100
10%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
18%
Freshman Living on Campus

Athletics

Divisional Sports Nickname
Mastodons
School Colors
royal blue and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Intramural Sports
14
Sports Club
2

Campus Safety

24-HR security patrol
24-HR security patrol is checked
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Campus emergency phones is checked
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Item is checked
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Item is not checked
No

After Graduation

Post Grad Stats

Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$39,800
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$11,982
Loan Default Rate
8%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$218
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Kaleigh from Mishawaka, IN
IPFW offers a variety of courses that students can choose from. So far, all of the classes I have taken at IPFW have been very interesting and the advisors do their best to place you in a class that is right for you.
Amela from Fort Wayne, IN
The courses not only in your major, but also in your general education requirements will be very insightful. Also, since IPFW is a smaller campus than the larger state universities, you can expect to enjoy class sizes that are around 30 people or less. This definitely helps to enhance your learning because you are able to develop a closer relationship with your professors.
Shelby from Fort Wayne, IN
Most departments are opportune places to learn and network, and the professors are willing to push and support you.
Nick from Fort Wayne, IN
This is a great, affordable school. It's located is such a convenient part of town. The professors are great and very helpful. If you are from the area and you are looking for an affordable school, this is a great place to go.
Nicole - Fort Wayne, IN
IPFW is a great college choice for those just getting out of high school because of the relationships you may be able to develop with friends, professors, etc. It also allows you to incorporate the knowledge you gained from high school or even in general knowledge since there is so many options and opportunities for just about everyone to take advantage of. I would give IPFW a rating of 5/5.
Joshua from Huntington, IN
This is a place I am proud to say I am attending. With a beautiful campus filled with amazing and talented people who aspire to achieve much in their lives. This university is one that will grow and prosper for years to come.
Michael from Fort Wayne, IN
The best school
Marques from New Castle, IN
The professors really try and make sure you are learning the material, so long as you have a non-lecture setting to the classroom. They are very open and nice and will help you, or set up a time when they can help you, as long as you ask.
Jennifer from Syracuse, IN