Purdue University Global
Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 48%
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Purdue University Global, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 71% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 70th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (IN wage index 0.87). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Purdue University Global
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fire Protection | $89,622 | $97,967 | +13% | #6 of 19 | #4 | $29,363 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $78,468 | $95,877 | +8% | #197 of 966 | #102 | $26,350 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | $61,344 | $87,413 | +3% | #40 of 99 | #33 | $42,497 |
| Human Resources Management and Services | $50,810 | $78,683 | +16% | #33 of 187 | #18 | $32,740 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | $61,977 | $76,857 | -17% | #330 of 459 | #283 | $45,101 |
| Communication and Media Studies | — | $75,906 | +35% | #19 of 660 | #9 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $57,308 | $66,495 | -3% | #503 of 1176 | #351 | $35,740 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | $57,005 | $66,445 | +19% | #31 of 207 | #16 | $19,503 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $51,355 | $62,502 | -18% | #669 of 796 | #602 | $39,311 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | $47,603 | $57,546 | -2% | #152 of 275 | #121 | $30,556 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $45,984 | $56,660 | +2% | #271 of 660 | #140 | $30,641 |
| Legal Support Services | $41,375 | $54,760 | +3% | #15 of 32 | #12 | $34,931 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | $41,104 | $54,526 | -11% | #96 of 156 | #79 | $25,921 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | $40,918 | $52,507 | -37% | #446 of 452 | #444 | $47,115 |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication | $48,015 | $51,391 | +2% | #67 of 158 | #46 | $30,582 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | $48,361 | — | — | — | — | $32,463 |
| Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services | $37,107 | $47,367 | -15% | #66 of 70 | #63 | $27,125 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | $35,086 | $47,339 | -6% | #42 of 59 | #34 | $33,000 |
| Human Services | $36,020 | $46,580 | -4% | #61 of 94 | #37 | $52,937 |
| Psychology | $32,022 | $43,607 | -14% | #857 of 1027 | #753 | $57,500 |
| Non-Professional Legal Studies | — | $43,441 | -30% | #38 of 39 | #36 | $51,706 |
| Social Work | $38,324 | $42,798 | -17% | #399 of 420 | #390 | $38,020 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | $32,527 | $42,581 | -10% | #13 of 19 | #12 | $31,848 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions | $33,954 | $42,305 | -19% | #43 of 50 | #40 | $34,836 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $21,819 | $38,197 | -19% | #660 of 680 | #654 | $57,500 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The Purdue University Global Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $370,461
- Avg rent near campus: $1,857/mo
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 47909 (4.5% cap, Lafayette)
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🏆 Where Purdue University Global Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $10,080 | $13,356 |
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- Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology