Life At Purdue

Experience the Boilermaker Community

At Purdue, everyone can take small steps to reach their giant leaps through unique educational opportunities, student organizations, campus resources and more.

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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Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging

Feel like you can officially call campus home with welcoming cultural and resource centers, diversity organizations and more.

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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.

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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.

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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

Patrick Cavanaugh is a competitive triathlete and cyclist in his free time. 

That background influences his research at Purdue’s Ray Ewry Sports Engineering Center. 

Cavanaugh and his colleagues are reimagining how athletes train and compete, as well as how fans experience the competitions they watch. 

Their work will pioneer the next generation of sport. 

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At the downtown Indy @harryandizzys, just four short minutes from Purdue University in Indianapolis’ campus, Dan Hasler, David Umulis and #ThisIsPurdue host Kate Young put their taste buds to the test with the world-famous St. Elmo Shrimp Cocktail. 

Hear the answers to your burning questions about #PurdueIndianapolis on our latest episode of #ThisIsPurdue. 

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Dan Hasler, chief operating officer, and David Umulis, senior vice provost and chief academic officer, of #PurdueIndianapolis are answering your questions about Purdue’s first comprehensive urban campus on the #ThisIsPurdue podcast. 

Tune in to find out how Purdue’s innovation and groundbreaking research will not only expand but flourish among the bright lights of Indianapolis. 🏙 

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Building Purdue Pride one #Boilermaker barn at a time. 🌾 🚂

Read the stories of these barns that serve as a canvas to celebrate “Boiler Up!” pride, and meet their owners, who serve the people of Indiana and share their joy of farming and community. 

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New #Boilermakers: Congrats on your acceptance to #Purdue! 

Watch Sarah’s video to learn the four essential steps to get ready for fall. Follow these steps to ensure a smooth start to your Boilermaker journey! #BoilerUp #OnlyPurdue 

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What booking your flight through Purdue University Airport looks like. 👀🛩