School Summary

Purdue University Fort Wayne


General Information:

Founded in 1917, Purdue University Fort Wayne is seated on 683 acres located in Allen county. It is a university offering both undergraduate and graduate programs. The school has a student/faculty ratio of 13:1.
Libraries:
This institution has 1 libraries.

Computer Labs:
At least one staffed computer lab is available to students. A wireless computer network is available throughout the campus. Number of computers available are 1300. Free student email accounts are available.
Institutional Control:
State control

Address, Phone and URL:

2101 East Coliseum Boulevard

Fort Wayne, IN
46805-1499
For more information call: 260 481-6100. This school has a website at https://www.pfw.edu/
Application information for this school is available at www.pfw.edu/admissions/apply/


Application Deadline: August
Application Fee: $30
Admission Requirements: A written essay or personal statement is Required for Freshmen.
High School transcripts are Required for Freshmen.
Other application requirements: rank in upper 50% of high school class
Application Requirements:
Required Tests: SAT or ACT


In-State (per year) Out of State (per year)
Tuition $9,255.00 $22,220.00
Room and Board $10,332.00 $10,332.00
Fees $1,205.00 $1,205.00
Total $20,792.00 $33,757.00

A tuition installment payment plan is available. This institution offers a cooperative/work-study program. Financial aid information may be available from the school's website at https://www.pfw.edu/.


Special Programs
The following special programs are offered: Some degree programs are available as an online learning option, External Degree Program, English as a Second Language program, Academic remediation, Distance learning program, Double major option, Independent study, Learning disabilities services, Advanced Placement credit, Accelerated degree program, Student-designed majors, Honors program, Graduate courses offered on campus open to Undergraduates, Cooperative (work-study) program, Internships, Off-campus study, Summer session for credit, Sponsors its own study-abroad program, Part-time undergraduate degree programs.

Academic Competitiveness
Lower competition - Most freshmen were not in the top 50 % of their high school class and scored somewhat below 1010 on SAT (critical reading and math scores combined) or below 19 on ACT; up to 95% of applicants accepted (not 100%).

Incoming Freshmen SAT Scores
Scores Verbal Math
700-800 3.7% 5.5%
600-699 21.6% 18.3%
500-599 42.2% 45.7%
400-499 29% 25.7%
300-399 3.5% 4.8%
200-299 0% 0%



Incoming Freshmen ACT Scores
Scores Percentage of Students
30-36 12.4%
24-29 34.3%
18-23 38.1%
12-17 15.2%
6-11 0%
1-5 0%



Incoming Freshmen High School Ranking
Percentage Percentage of Students
Top 10% 16%
11-25% 27.00%
26-50% 33.00%
Under 50% 24.00%



Baseball, Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Track and field, Volleyball, Cross-country running

Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and field, Volleyball, Cross-country running

Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Racquetball, Rugby, Sand volleyball, Soccer, Tennis, Track and field, Table tennis, Ultimate frisbee, Volleyball, Cross-country running

Badminton, Basketball, Football, Golf, Racquetball, Rugby, Sand volleyball, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and field, Table tennis, Ultimate frisbee, Volleyball, Cross-country running


Baseball, Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Track and field, Volleyball, Cross-country running

Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and field, Volleyball, Cross-country running


Undergraduate

Undergraduate Only Count
Male 3,983
Female 4,127
Total 8,110


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional


Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional Count
Male 4,346
Female 4,528
Total 8,874

Student Body By Racial/Ethnic Category
Student Body by Racial/Ethnic Category Percentage
Asian 6%
African American 7%
Hispanic 10%
Native American 0%
White 69%
Other 7%
Student Body By Age
Student Body by Age Percentage
Under 25 Years Old 86%
At Least 25 Years Old 14%
Student Body By Residence Status
Student Body by Residence Status Percentage
In State 89%
Out Of State 11%
Student Body By Housing Status
Student Body by Housing Status Percentage
Live On Campus 18%
Live Off Campus 82%


Campus Kickoff, Chancellor's Chili Fest, Global Night

Campus Ministry, InterVarsity Christian Fellowship, Anthropology Club, International Student Organization, The Herd


Instructional Program Code        Instructional Program Title

  • 45.1001                                           Political Science and Government, General
  • 26.0101                                           Biology/Biological Sciences, General
  • 11.0101                                           Computer and Information Sciences, General
  • 27.0101                                           Mathematics, General
  • 23.0101                                           English Language and Literature, General
  • 50.0901                                           Music, General
  • 50.0701                                           Art/Art Studies, General
  • 40.0801                                           Physics, General
  • 40.0501                                           Chemistry, General
  • 45.0601                                           Economics, General
  • 50.0408                                           Interior Design
  • 30.0000                                           Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
  • 11.0701                                           Computer Science
  • 52.0213                                           Organizational Leadership
  • 30.7001                                           Data Science, General
  • 50.0913                                           Music Technology
  • 43.0104                                           Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
  • 54.0101                                           History, General
  • 44.0000                                           Human Services, General
  • 52.0101                                           Business/Commerce, General
  • 50.0501                                           Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
  • 05.0207                                           Women's Studies
  • 52.1304                                           Actuarial Science
  • 42.2704                                           Experimental Psychology
  • 26.0202                                           Biochemistry
  • 09.0101                                           Speech Communication and Rhetoric
  • 16.0905                                           Spanish Language and Literature
  • 40.1002                                           Materials Chemistry
  • 45.0201                                           Anthropology, General
  • 45.1101                                           Sociology, General
  • 14.0101                                           Engineering, General
  • 14.0901                                           Computer Engineering, General
  • 14.0801                                           Civil Engineering, General
  • 50.0903                                           Music Performance, General
  • 15.0101                                           Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians
  • 15.1201                                           Computer Engineering Technology/Technician
  • 15.0303                                           Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
  • 15.0805                                           Mechanical/Mechanical Engineering Technology/Technician
  • 15.1001                                           Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
  • 15.0612                                           Industrial Technology/Technician
  • 14.1001                                           Electrical and Electronics Engineering
  • 14.1901                                           Mechanical Engineering
  • 41.0301                                           Chemical Technology/Technician
  • 50.0702                                           Fine/Studio Arts, General
  • 52.0904                                           Hotel/Motel Administration/Management
  • 44.0401                                           Public Administration
  • 13.1302                                           Art Teacher Education
  • 13.1305                                           English/Language Arts Teacher Education
  • 13.1318                                           Social Studies Teacher Education
  • 13.1312                                           Music Teacher Education
  • 13.1330                                           Spanish Language Teacher Education
  • 13.1209                                           Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
  • 13.1202                                           Elementary Education and Teaching
  • 13.1205                                           Secondary Education and Teaching
  • 51.2305                                           Music Therapy/Therapist
  • 51.0204                                           Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
  • 11.1099                                           Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other
  • 24.0199                                           Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other

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** The information in this report is derived from Peterson's Undergraduate Database. Other data sources may also be included. To learn more about Texas Career Check or any data element please contact us.