About Purdue University-North Central Campus

Founded in 1946, Purdue University-North Central Campus. is a college. Located in Indiana, which is a city setting in Indiana, the campus itself is Rural. The campus is home to 6,064 full time undergraduate students, and 28 full time graduate students.

The Purdue University-North Central Campus Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 14:1. There are 105 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Purdue University-North Central Campus include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate49%
Application Deadline
Application Fee25
SAT Range870-1050
ACT Range19-23

Admissions at PNC are considered More Selective, with ,3% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 14 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

60% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 25% were in the top quarter, and 7% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Purdue University-North Central Campus.

14%
“We”re apathetic”
57%
“We know about current events and vote”
29%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
71%
“Sometimes, but not often”
29%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
0%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
0%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
100%
“I feel extremely safe”
33%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
67%
“We bought the gear”
0%
“We live for the big game”
14%
“It”s not really our thing”
29%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
57%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
0%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
14%
“Available in class”
29%
“They keep regular office hours”
57%
“They”re always available”
57%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
43%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
14%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
57%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
29%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
29%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
71%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
14%
“We”re apathetic”
57%
“We know about current events and vote”
29%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
71%
“Sometimes, but not often”
29%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
0%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
0%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
100%
“I feel extremely safe”
33%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
67%
“We bought the gear”
0%
“We live for the big game”
14%
“It”s not really our thing”
29%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
57%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
0%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
14%
“Available in class”
29%
“They keep regular office hours”
57%
“They”re always available”
57%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
43%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
14%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
57%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
29%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
29%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
71%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”

Purdue University-North Central Campus REVIEWS

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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    7 Students rated on-campus housing 2.9 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    6 Students rated off-campus housing 4.1 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    11 Students rated campus food 3.4 stars. 27 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    12 Students rated campus facilities 4.6 stars. 67 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    12 Students rated class size 4.7 stars. 67 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    12 Students rated school activities 3.3 stars. 25 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    12 Students rated local services 3.5 stars. 33 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    12 Students rated academics 4.3 stars. 42 % gave the school a 5.0.

What's your overall opinion of Purdue University-North Central Campus?

8 Students rated Purdue University-North Central Campus

Samantha

Purdue University-North Central is a very good school if you apply yourself. If you seize the opportunities that are presented to you then you can achieve whatever you would like at a very cheap tuition cost. The downside Is that there are not as many majors available to you as there would be at a bigger college. The professors are usually readily available and open to help you if needed. It is very easy to connect with academic advisors, and just about anyone else that you need to contact during your schooling at PNC. The food is well below average, and I would not suggest spending your time or money in the school cafeteria. If you're looking for a cheap school and are willing to settle for average academics and extra curricular activities then PNC is perfect.

Rylee

I think that the campus is diverse in its own way. There are not many sporting opportunities or ways to make friends. As for housing, there are apartments across the street which I lived in while attending. Overall the school is well kept and affordable.

Joseph

I have enjoyed my time at the North Central campus! As far as universities go it's relatively small, so everyone knows just about everyone else, including professors. I can't count how many times I have run into my professors around campus and had conversations with them. It's a good school, the academics are challenging, but there's always help to be found if you need it, whether it be from professors, tutors, or other students.

Kristen

I love this University. The campus size is perfect for me. My professors are always available and helpful. I also love the facilities such as the library and study lounges. I have made many great friends in each of my classes. I also love taking nature walks on the trails.

Purdue University-North Central Campus FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Purdue University-North Central Campus?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Purdue University-North Central Campus is 49%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    If I were to have the chance to talk to myself during my senior year I would want to teach myself the best way to study. I have never been a person who studies before a test, but during my first year of college i have learned to balance my studing so that i don't have to study all night before a test. Another thing that i would want to tell myself is not to be so afraid. When i stated school i was afraid of what my teachers would be like and if my classmates would accept me. I would tell myself that everyting is going to be just fine and that the other people there would be just as afraid as me with all the same worries.

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  3. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    Anyone that is not serious about getting a quality education and are being forced to attend college instead of going to further their education shoul not attend Purdue North Central.

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  4. Describe the students at your school.

    My classmates are interesting people who come from all different walks of life and age groups.

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  5. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    Purdue North Central is known for having a quality education for less money and having smaller more personal class room sizes. The largest classroom may have 32 students at the very most. The professors take the time out to work with you one on one and actually notice when you are not in class and care about why you are not there.

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  6. What's unique about your campus?

    My needs and any issues I may have are quickly responded to. Staff & students are great. I feel they have higher standards than some other area schools (cirriculum is more challenging, more organized & prepared, more professional, better equipped.) Campus is beautiful, great day care center. Makes it easy for a non traditional student like myself to attend classes.

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  7. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    I always end up telling all my friends about the close-knit atmosphere. I talk about how it is a small school and how that really helps bring the teachers much closer to the students. Because there are only three buildings and the school does not have as many students as other colleges, the class sizes are much smaller. This gives the teachers a chance to actually take the time to teach one-on-one with a student if they need help. The teachers are so helpful and I couldn't imagine going to a bigger school after being here.

    Read all  3 answers
  8. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    The school is some what smaller in size and doesn't offer much in the way of activities on campus. All of the students commute so unless one makes a conscious effort to get to know someone it is difficult.

    Read all  3 answers
  9. What kind of person should attend this school?

    I am a Non- Traditional student there are some like me, however this campus is primarily first time out of high school students. I would say this is every person's school. We have a very diverse teaching staff and many people from different cultures in our classrooms. It is a bigger school with a small town feel, small classrooms and lots of one on one teaching time.

    Read all  2 answers
  10. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    PNC has reputable , caring and community connected professors where a student will gain a quality education and enjoy a regional campus setting on budget.

    Read all  1 answers
  11. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    The tuition of this school is super affordable.

    Read all  1 answers
  12. Where is the best place to get work done on campus?

    The library is the best place to get your work done. There are plenty of tables and chairs, and it is very quiet.

    Read all  1 answers
  13. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    That I wish I would have set more money back to help support my son and I.

    Read all  1 answers

Student Body

Students

61%

female

39%

male

6,064

Total Undergrad Enrollment

28

Total Grad Students

1%

Out-Of-State

99%

In-State

N/A

International

Organizations

38

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

No

On-Campus Housing

N/A

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
2%
% Black or African-American
5%
% Hispanic/Latino
14%
% White or Caucasian
76%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

81% of students attending Purdue University-North Central Campus receive some sort of financial aid. 40% were awarded federal grants. While 49% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$15,655

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,500

Books and Supplies

$7,380

Room and Board

24,535

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$4,527
$30 - $48K
$5,644
$48 - $75K
$10,113
$75 - $110K
$13,741
$110K & UP
$14,017

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