Life At Purdue

Experience the Boilermaker Community

Housing and Dining

Living on campus is an immersive experience that enhances all Purdue has to offer.  

West Lafayette 

  • First-year students can choose between a variety of housing options.
  • Five dining courts and an array of restaurant options ensure that great food is never far away. 

Indianapolis 

Student Clubs and Organizations

Discover that great minds don’t just think alike. They also get together to appreciate art, celebrate hip-hop, build robots, keep bees — and explore 1,000-plus other interests.

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Recreation and Wellness

Explore all the ways you can feel your best, from signing up for a fitness class to cooking with nutrition experts.

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Student Support Services

Find the resources and support systems to help you navigate your years here and face any challenge, big or small.

Fraternities, Sororities and Cooperatives

Form lifelong friendships, network with people from all over the world and build leadership skills in one of our over 90 fraternities, sororities and cooperative organizations.

Arts and Entertainment

See unforgettable musical and theatrical shows — or perform in one yourself — and visit the special exhibits at Purdue Galleries.

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Here’s What’s Happening Now

. 🏀 He was named Big Ten Coach of the Year seven times (currently holding the record). 🏅 Guided Team USA to gold at the Olympics (while still working at Purdue) 👀 Drafted into the NFL (in 1958) Gene Keady is a legend for both his @boilerball legacy and impact on sports history. Get loud for the team on Keady Court today! #BoilerUp
❄️ 🔜 🌱 Swipe to remind yourself what campus will look like in a few short months.
Landing a dream @delta co-op spot, becoming part of @brookeowensfellowship and inspiring others to follow their passions weren’t part of Thendral Kamal’s initial journey. She had to turn setbacks into strength. Get to know more in an episode of “Relentless.” 🔗 in bio for more.
Ever wonder what a day looks like commuting between Purdue’s West Lafayette and Indianapolis locations? Swipe to follow along with @purdueengineers student Janvi Prasad! 🎒💻 Read her story at the 🔗 in bio.
Naval pilot Ryan Hogg wants to someday function as a liaison between the nuclear industry and public. While attending Purdue, the recent @PurdueNuclear master’s recipient gained advocacy experience and crucial hands-on knowledge through the Purdue Military Research Institute’s partnership with the Navy. Click the 🔗 in our bio to learn about the firsthand experiences that inspired Hogg to become a nuclear engineer.
🚨 Made it to top 11! 🚨 @jack.p.mckenna of @purdue.ece is using #Purdue smarts to handle stiff competition on @beastgames on @primevideo.
. 🏀 He was named Big Ten Coach of the Year seven times (currently holding the record). 🏅 Guided Team USA to gold at the Olympics (while still working at Purdue) 👀 Drafted into the NFL (in 1958) Gene Keady is a legend for both his @boilerball legacy and impact on sports history. Get loud for the team on Keady Court today! #BoilerUp
❄️ 🔜 🌱 Swipe to remind yourself what campus will look like in a few short months.
Landing a dream @delta co-op spot, becoming part of @brookeowensfellowship and inspiring others to follow their passions weren’t part of Thendral Kamal’s initial journey. She had to turn setbacks into strength. Get to know more in an episode of “Relentless.” 🔗 in bio for more.
Ever wonder what a day looks like commuting between Purdue’s West Lafayette and Indianapolis locations? Swipe to follow along with @purdueengineers student Janvi Prasad! 🎒💻 Read her story at the 🔗 in bio.
Naval pilot Ryan Hogg wants to someday function as a liaison between the nuclear industry and public. While attending Purdue, the recent @PurdueNuclear master’s recipient gained advocacy experience and crucial hands-on knowledge through the Purdue Military Research Institute’s partnership with the Navy. Click the 🔗 in our bio to learn about the firsthand experiences that inspired Hogg to become a nuclear engineer.
🚨 Made it to top 11! 🚨 @jack.p.mckenna of @purdue.ece is using #Purdue smarts to handle stiff competition on @beastgames on @primevideo.