Be a Voter - Voting Resources
Your vote matters and learn more about the resources available to you. Eligible college students have an option on where they register to vote. To be eligible, you must be a U.S. Citizen and at least 18 years old on or before Election Day (November 5, 2024). The Purdue community is encouraged to vote and participate in the political process.
Important Dates
SEPTEMBER 17 - NATIONAL VOTER REGISTRATION DAY
OCTOBER 7 - LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE IN INDIANA
OCTOBER 24 - DEADLINE TO REQUEST AN ABSENTEE BALLOT IN INDIANA
OCTOBER 8 - EARLY VOTING BEGINS
NOVEMBER 5 - ELECTION DAY
Voter Registration
College students have an option on where they register to vote. You can either register in your home county and state OR you can register to vote in your respective county where you go to school. To be eligible, you must be a U.S. Citizen and at least 18 years old on or before Election Day (November 5, 2024).
Visit Krach Leadership Center 336 (in West Lafayette) or Engineering & Technology Building Suite 331 (in Indianapolis) during open hours to register to vote in the next local and national election cycle. Check out voter rules, register to vote online, or update your voter registration here.
Click here to view the “Guide to Voting” on vote.gov.
Registering to vote
In-person
West Lafayette (Tippecanoe County)
If you are registering to vote in Tippecanoe County, please visit this page for locations to register to in person. Register to vote on campus at the Krach Leadership Center, room 336, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Indianapolis (Marion County)
If you are registering to vote in Marion County, please visit this page for locations to register in person. Register to vote on campus at Engineering & Technology Building Suite 331, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Online
If you have an Indiana Driver’s License or Indiana state-issued ID, visit indianavoters.com. If you are registering in your home state (not Indiana), visit vote.gov to register to vote, confirm your voter registration status, and determine how and where to vote.
Voting ID
In the state of Indiana, you must bring an acceptable ID with a photo and printed expiration date. The following qualify as acceptable forms of identification:
- Indiana Driver’s License
- Indiana state-issued ID
- United States Passport
- Hard Copy Purdue ID with printed expiration*
- Or a military or veteran's ID will also work (no expiration date required)
*Please note: The new Purdue Mobile ID will not be accepted as a voting credential at Indiana polling locations.
Purdue students in West Lafayette can contact the Purdue ID Card Operations/Support to acquire a vote-ready ID card that meets the state requirements. Learn how to get one here.
Purdue students in Indianapolis will be able to use their Purdue University in Indianapolis Affiliate CrimsonCard as identification. Learn more about the CrimsonCard here.
How to Vote
Early Voting
Early voting is an opportunity to cast your ballot before Election Day to avoid long lines at the polls.
- To find an early voting location in Tippecanoe County, please visit this page.
- To find an early voting location in Marion County, please visit this page.
Absentee Voting
Some states offer an absentee ballot if you’re unable to vote in person or simply prefer to vote by mail. To request an absentee ballot, you must first be registered to vote.
Please Note: Each state has its own rules and deadlines regarding absentee voting, please visit the following link to find specifics for your state: https://vote.gov/guide-to-voting#mail-absentee
Visit Krach Leadership Center 336 (in West Lafayette) or Engineering & Technology Building Suite 331 (in Indianapolis) Monday through Friday between 9 a.m.-5 p.m. to get a stamp for your absentee ballot request.
Election Day Voting
- For a list of Tippecanoe County Election Day locations please visit this page.
- For a list of Marion County Election Day locations, please visit this page.
Be prepared before you vote to make an informed decision. To find out what’s on your ballot and learn about the candidates, please visit this page.
Contact
For questions about voting, email leadership@purdue.edu or visit the Roger C. Stewart Leadership & Professional Development Department in Krach 336 (in West Lafayette).
The 1998 reauthorization of the Higher Education Act requires colleges and universities to make voter registration forms available to all enrolled students. Purdue is providing the information on this page/site in support of the non-partisan requirement to promote voter registration and engagement amongst our students.
