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Purdue University

Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, 47907, USA, United States
3.82 / 5 based on 30 reviews.
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Purdue University is a coeducational, state-assisted system in Indiana. Founded in 1869 and named after benefactor John Purdue, the University is one of the nation's leading research institutions with a reputation for excellent and affordable education.


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86% of students recommend
30 reviews
Housing
3.1/5
 All experiences (30)
Student life
3.8/5
 5 stars (6)
Academic
4.4/5
 4 stars (12)
Languages
4.2/5
 3 stars (6)
Expenses
3.8/5
 2 stars (6)
Overall
4.4/5
 1 star (0)
“If you are after a university that offers a good range of subjects as well as a good social life and activities, then look no further. You are close to O'Hare Airport in Chicago, and you are a part of a very proud school community. The Purdue Boilermakers were awesome, with the Big 10 in football and basketball my favourites. Breakfast club was something that I thought was awesome. I guess access to students from all over America, and the huge range of things to do. I went over to experi...” Read Review
NigelRMIT, Australia

30 reviews of Purdue University

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HOUSING    
by NigelRMIT, Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, Melbourne, Australia
Computer Science/IT, University Agreement
Personal assessment
Cost
KEY:
Couldn't have asked for more.
Pretty good.
Could've been better, but didn't lessen the overall experience.
Disappointing.
Facilities
Location
Cleanliness
Space
Type of housing: On campus
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: On campus
Why? Apartment style suited my needs. Own Kitchen was good, and also allowed access to on campus dining.
Personal comments:
Nice space, though often proved a hike from class to home (especially in winter)
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STUDENT LIFE    
by rolandruijters, Universiteit Maastricht, Maastricht, Netherlands
Business Studies, University Agreement
Personal social experience
Activities
KEY:
Amazing! Hardly had time to study.
Plenty to do when I had the time.
So-so.
Did not get involved.
Nightlife
Travel
Overall
Describe host city: Student life dominates the city
Activities, Nightlife: Takes place mostly within the university/student environment
Travel: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Personal comments:
Where else bar. Jakes. Neon Cactus
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ACADEMIC    
by NigelRMIT, Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, Melbourne, Australia
Computer Science/IT, University Agreement
My academic experiences
Quality of courses
KEY:
Fantastic.
Pretty good.
Could've been a bit better.
Disappointing.
Variety of courses
Availability/access to resources
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with other international students
Interaction with local students
Course recommendations:
Make sure you get in early for classes, they fill up quickly. I did have some initial troubles getting in to my core subject.



My opinion of the university assessment
Exams at end of course
KEY:
Liked it.
It was alright.
A bit annoying.
Didn't like it.
Exams throughout the course
Essays and/or projects at the end of course.
Essays and/or projects throughout the course
Overall
Personal comments:
none

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by rolandruijters, Universiteit Maastricht, Maastricht, Netherlands
Business Studies, University Agreement
Language difficulties
Social
KEY:
No problems.
I coped pretty well.
Sometimes it was difficult.
It was a constant struggle.
Educational
Administrative / Institutional
Overall
Language of instruction: English
Was learning English a key decision factor?
No, it wasn't.
How much did you improve your English?
My level before: At ease in most situations
My level after: No problems in any areas (including slang)
Personal comments:
English is the language of instruction at Maastricht university as well, so I didn`t face so many problems
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EXPENSES    
by NigelRMIT, Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, Melbourne, Australia
Computer Science/IT, University Agreement
The accessibility of student needs
Second-hand text books
KEY:
Very easy.
Minimal effort.
Accessible but required effort.
Almost impossible.
Second-hand household items
Second-hand bedding
Administrative
Money from home
Main source of funding:
Personal savings
Other sources of funding:
Family
Work opportunities:
I didn't want/need to work
Personal spending habits:
Calling internationally soon adds up, and travelling around the states can get expensive. But that is what you are over there to do, and I wanted to explore as much as I could.
Travel, Overall, Telephone: was more expensive than at home.
Nightlife, Housing: was the same price as at home.
Food: was less expensive than at home.
Personal comments:
Had a trip to the hospital which set me back a little, until insurance came through. Transport at the campus was free (cause you walked), and having money on your student card helped out, as well as a few meals. Definately if you are in an apartment, shop at the supermarket and make your own meals.
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OVERALL    
by NigelRMIT, Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, Melbourne, Australia
Computer Science/IT, University Agreement
Important to choosing this university...
Academic reasons
KEY:
Very Important.
Important.
Not really important.
Unimportant.
Culture
Costs
Activities
Campus life
Party / people
Weather / Location
I wish I had known...
More support from the international office, but it was nice to do it on my own. I felt like I really achieved something.
In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!



During my experience abroad, I ...
Became familiar with another culture
KEY:
Happened all the time.
Happened quite a lot.
Happened a bit.
Didn't happen.
Traveled
Improved language skills
Met people from other countries
Became more independent
Partied a lot
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies/career
Personal recommendation:
Purdue has a lot to offer students. It is a college town, college lifestyle. I am very glad I selected this university. It was close to big cities, yet far enough to feel safe and carefree. People in Indiana, and I guess the Mid West in general were very friendly, I never had a bad experience. Everyone was wanting to know where I was from, and were genuine. When it begins to snow it gets a bit much walking from Hilltop to class, but manageable. Good selection of bars and a good nightlife. I am sure if I was there longer the bars would have gotten old, but for a semester it was very good. Before I went over I had no idea about Indiana. I know now I will never forget it.



FINAL COMMENTS

If you are after a university that offers a good range of subjects as well as a good social life and activities, then look no further. You are close to O'Hare Airport in Chicago, and you are a part of a very proud school community. The Purdue Boilermakers were awesome, with the Big 10 in football and basketball my favourites. Breakfast club was something that I thought was awesome. I guess access to students from all over America, and the huge range of things to do. I went over to experience a typical American college. I came back to Australia knowing that I had accomplished this, and made friends for life. What more can I say... GO BOILERS!!!
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