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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The best study spot on campus has been named ... 🏆 Happy studying, Boilermakers! 📚
Have you ever heard of the tiny pink mitten that hangs each year on the @PurdueMemorialUnion Christmas tree? 🎄🎀⛄ Learn the heartwarming story behind this #Purdue holiday tradition by clicking the 🔗 in our bio.
Discover how you can create a pathway toward your future! 🚂 Learn more at the 🔗 in bio.
One month into basketball season, and we’re just getting started. 💪 Cannot wait to watch more @boilerball! #BoilerUp
brb, off to Paris to eat a sweet treat with @lucasnbravo.
Who’s going to see the tree at the @purduememorialunion? 🎄 Every year, treasured holiday traditions take place on campus — including the lighting of a giant tree. This year’s is 25 feet tall! 🔗 in bio for more photos.
The best study spot on campus has been named ... 🏆 Happy studying, Boilermakers! 📚
Have you ever heard of the tiny pink mitten that hangs each year on the @PurdueMemorialUnion Christmas tree? 🎄🎀⛄ Learn the heartwarming story behind this #Purdue holiday tradition by clicking the 🔗 in our bio.
Discover how you can create a pathway toward your future! 🚂 Learn more at the 🔗 in bio.
One month into basketball season, and we’re just getting started. 💪 Cannot wait to watch more @boilerball! #BoilerUp
brb, off to Paris to eat a sweet treat with @lucasnbravo.
Who’s going to see the tree at the @purduememorialunion? 🎄 Every year, treasured holiday traditions take place on campus — including the lighting of a giant tree. This year’s is 25 feet tall! 🔗 in bio for more photos.