Purdue University-North Central Campus

1401 S US Hwy 421
Westville, IN 46391
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings

School Highlights

Purdue University-North Central Campus serves 6,177 students
The college's student:teacher ratio of 35:1 is higher than the state community college average of 23:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 58%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 6,177 students
  • In-state tuition: $7,329
  • Out-state tuition: $17,447
  • Acceptance Rate: 73%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 35:1
  • Minority enrollment: 14%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Purdue University-North Central Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 177 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Purdue University-North Central Campus
(IN) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
Less than 2 years (below associate)
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
177 staff
119 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Purdue University-North Central Campus has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 35:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Purdue University-North Central Campus diversity score of 0.26 is less than the state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
6,177 students
4,638 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
35:1
23:1
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# Full-Time Students
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1,837 students
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# Part-Time Students
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2,801 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
376 students
315 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,566 students
3,588 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
5,260 students
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# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,576 students
238 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
35 students
35 students
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IN All Part Time Graduation Breakdown
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
83 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
n/a
% Asian
1%
1%
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% Hispanic
5%
4%
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% Black
3%
7%
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% White
86%
42%
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% Two or more races
1%
2%
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% Non Resident races
2%
n/a
% Unknown races
n/a
44%
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This chart display the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in IN.
Diversity Score
0.26
0.62
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
28%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.13%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$40,500
$32,100
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $7,329 is more than the state average of $3,797. The in-state tuition has grown by 6% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $17,447 is more than the state average of $8,083. The out-state tuition has grown by 6% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$7,329
$3,797
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$17,447
$8,083
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
82%
89%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$25,000
$14,750
This chart display median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Purdue University-North Central Campus and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in IN by year, with the latest 2014-15 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,729
$5,500
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Acceptance Rate
73%
74%
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SAT Reading
480
480
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SAT Math
475
475
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SAT Writing
450
450
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ACT Composite
21
21
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ACT English
19
19
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ACT Math
21
21
This chart display the ACT Math score of Purdue University-North Central Campus and the community college average ACT Math score of IN by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
ACT Writing
7
7
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Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Purdue University-North Central Campus cost?
Purdue University-North Central Campus's tuition is approximately $7,329 for In-State students and $17,447 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Purdue University-North Central Campus?
The acceptance rate of Purdue University-North Central Campus is 73%, which is lower than the state average of 74%.
What is Purdue University-North Central Campus's ranking?
Purdue University-North Central Campus ranks among the top 20% of community college in Indiana for: Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation).

School Calendar

View the Purdue University-North Central Campus yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event
Date
Last Day to Submit Thesis for First Format Review - May 2024 Graduate Student Candidates
April 26, 2024 (Friday)
Last Day to Submit Approved Thesis (Approved by West Lafayette) - May 2024 Graduate Student Candidates
May 03, 2024 (Friday)
Campus Closed: Fall Break
October 07, 2024 (Monday)
Campus Closed: Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 6,177 students
  • In-state tuition: $7,329
  • Out-state tuition: $17,447
  • Acceptance Rate: 73%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 35:1
  • Minority enrollment: 14%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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