Purdue University - Main Campus Reviews

  • 213 Reviews
  • West Lafayette (IN)
  • Annual Tuition: $28,794
92% of 213 students said this degree improved their career prospects
94% of 213 students said they would recommend this school to others
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Jeff Rachke
  • Reviewed: 2/22/2017
  • Degree: Civil Engineering
"Overall I had a very good experience at Purdue. All professors are very knowledgeable in their fields, although some are there only for research. I highly recommend getting involved beyond just the normal classroom experience. Excellent campus atmosphere and top notch academics."
Uddy Eyo
  • Reviewed: 2/16/2017
  • Degree: Law
"Purdue is a place filled with wonderful opportunities. My education there prepared me for my career and gave me the skills necessary to enter law school. My only disappointment is the lax attitude toward diversity and diversity education. Often time minority students do not feel welcome or safe due to hate crimes. The administration says little to nothing about the incidents. Purdue is a wonderful place to get an education, but needs direction when it comes to diversity and inclusion."
akokaska
  • Reviewed: 2/6/2017
  • Degree: Biology
"Purdue is a great university that tests the abilities of their students. Despite the rigor and high expectations, the degree you obtain ha prepared you above and beyond to compete in the world after graduation. Resources at Purdue are unlimited as well."
Baylee Bryan
  • Reviewed: 2/6/2017
  • Degree: Pharmacy
"Purdue University College of Pharmacy has been among the top-ranked pharmacy schools in the nation for a very long time. There have been recent changes to the curriculum, 4 years ago now, making 12 week semesters in the last 2 years of coursework in the professional program. This is to account for the 4 weeks each year that are spent on a rotation, or clinical experience in the field. The change in curriculum also combined what was previously 3 classes into one major integrated pharmacotherapy course. In my opinion, this was a devastating mistake. After talking with alumni that had the old curriculum, I have realized this creates must less review. Essentially, you learn everything one time, study for one exam, and you are required to remember that information anywhere between 1 to 4 years later as you are taking your boards. The lack of review and forced cramming with 12 week semesters makes the curriculum even more rigorous and hard to keep up with. Overall, the campus and the college are great. I love Purdue and all of the opportunities it has brought me. The faculty in the college of pharmacy, aside from a few lousy medchem professors, is great. Most of the professors that teach integrated pharmacotherapy are experts in the area which they are teaching. I know I will be a good pharmacist. But the stress throughout those 12 weeks has many students concerned about the mental health of ourselves and our fellow classmates."
Matt
  • Reviewed: 1/31/2017
  • Degree: Engineering
"Purdue is a great school. It has an amazing engineering program and I was privileged to learn from some of the greatest working astrodynamicists."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 1/31/2017
  • Degree: Biomedical Sciences
"Purdue is a great low-key school with top-notch engineering and science programs."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 1/31/2017
  • Degree: Education
"Purdue has good aspects and dimensions that can improve. The quality of the education is top-notch, but the community is lacking in entertainment and culture."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 1/31/2017
  • Degree: Engineering
"Its is a good school for engineering student"
btfu
  • Reviewed: 1/24/2017
  • Degree: Business
"Very good academics and resources for students on campus. Scenic campus."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 1/24/2017
  • Degree: Business
"Great exposure to students from different background"
Brenda Najar
  • Reviewed: 1/18/2017
  • Degree: Veterinary Science
"I had the opportunity to attend many different conferences, and every time I heard other student discuss their programs, I was continually impressed with how Purdue University's College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) compared. Purdue's CVM offers a wonderful teaching faculty that is dedicated to the students' success in the program. We are provided with hundreds of opportunities to learn outside of the classroom, as well as a personal faculty adviser to mentor us though the 4 year program. Additionally, the curriculum has a small class size of 85 students that allows for hands-on labs and animal handling, as well as personal interactions with all the doctors. Students are part of a family when they attend Purdue's CVM, and the environment is very inclusive. Purdue also sponsors students to travel internationally for veterinary summer internships, and allows for off-campus blocks during 4th year clinical rotations. The remediation policy is very realistic as well, unlike many schools that have a zero tolerance policy with students who fail classes--usually they are kicked out of the program. Purdue's CVM works with students to improve, and will be there when they struggle. The school is separated from main campus, allowing for a more private feel to the program, and there are live animals for students to bond with, and get to know in the hospital facilities. Overall, students are greatly prepared after graduating from this veterinary degree program."
Rachel Daul
  • Reviewed: 1/6/2017
  • Degree: Psychology
"Purdue had one of the best communities I have ever seen on a college campus. The mall was alive with students engaged in all sorts of activities when they weren't attending class and the classrooms were filled with eager minds. I found my voice at Purdue as both the manager of the softball team and a member of the Reamer Club (spirit club who takes care of the Boilermaker Special). Between the two jobs I was able to balance 18-20 credit hour semesters, join intramural sports and other clubs, and still have time to give back to the community through school-sponsored events. Purdue University was an incredible school as it not only provided me with endless opportunities but supported and guided my decisions so that I could be the best person when I left."
Deepthi Thadasina
  • Reviewed: 12/28/2016
  • Degree: Biology
"I really like the university because not only does it challenge me, but the professors are very helpful, and the student to teacher ratio are pretty small, so the professor knows the students names. Having lived in Indiana for most of my life, I have always heard from family and friends that if I wanted to receive a science degree, I should go to Indiana University (IU). Even after I chose to go to Purdue as a science major, I was asked why I did not got to IU. One of the main reasons I chose to go to Purdue over IU is because I wanted to challenge myself. Getting an A at IU is not as hard as getting an A at Purdue because Purdue University is adamant on not inflating grades. I know that when I receive an A in class at Purdue it will mean so much more than an A in other colleges as they are very like to have inflated their grades. There are very few colleges that do not inflate grades, and Purdue is one of them. When I go to professional school and they will know that I have worked really hard to get the good grades that I got because Purdue is a hard university to get A's in. Every professor that I have had are really helpful. It is easy to tell that the professors where focused on their teaching just as much as they were on their research. At many of the top colleges, it is hard to find a professor who actually cares about the students, and is willing to help them, but at Purdue it is not that hard to find. Also, besides the major courses that everyone has to take, the class sizes are pretty small, and close to what a high school classroom looks like, but the bigger class split up into smaller sections with teaching assistants to it is easy to ask for help. One last reason that I chose to go to Purdue, is because a Purdue degree means something. In the real world when looking for jobs, the name of the college a person went to matters. Although Purdue is known for its engineering program, it also has an amazing science program that is tough in rigor and challenges people to get ready for the real world."
Taylor Brodner
  • Reviewed: 8/9/2016
  • Degree: Industrial Engineering
"Purdue is an amazing school to attend. The Industrial Management program is rigorous, but there are so many opportunities for help from both faculty and other students. There are a lot of financial options available, also. Purdue's Center for Career Opportunities is a great place to get ready for the real world."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 7/22/2016
  • Degree: Accounting
"Wonderful school with great programs that prepare you for a successful future career"
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 7/22/2016
  • Degree: Veterinary Technician
"Purdue is great school. There are a lot of opportunities available and some of their programs are the best, or among the best, in the country. There are plenty of options for extracurricular activities."
Anonymous
  • Reviewed: 7/22/2016
  • Degree: Psychology
"Felt a disconnect. didn't really make a lot of friends. went to school and went home"
Samantha Lewis
  • Reviewed: 7/19/2016
  • Degree: Nursing
"Purdue School of Nursing prepared me for the field of nursing. Instructors are very hands on and want you to succeed. Faculty is very supportive and are always there for questions. Evidence based research is at the core of the curriculum. The campus is beautiful and offers tons of opportunities for work and leisure."
Sue-Yi Liao
  • Reviewed: 7/9/2016
  • Degree: Mechanical Engineering
"I am preparing for graduate study because although I am in a self-employment family, my life goal is to conduct research toward our astonishing world. I am participating in this contest because I will have to find scholarship and financial aid opportunities on my own for my graduate study. During my graduate study I will get my Professional Engineering Test tested as well. First year engineering course is competitive, but it is really great. Your academic pursuit is the most important thing during your undergraduate study. Convince yourself the goals for the new semester every week and every day, it is your responsibility that you set goals for yourself. Demonstrate strong resolution to earn a good grade for every course, and enjoy your college study. Your peers and professors lecturing are all truely amazing people."
Morgan Schafer
  • Reviewed: 6/28/2016
  • Degree: Biology
"Purdue is a very technical and research oriented school. While the classes are very rigorous and challenging, they truly prepare you for whatever career path you choose. Many of the professors want you to succeed and push you to reach your potential. The student body is very diverse, and there is a club for any interest or hobby you may have. Purdue is also a Big Ten school, so the sports atmosphere is awesome. Purdue's rigor will challenge you to your breaking point, but it will prepare for anything you want to do in life."