Purdue University Fort Wayne
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and families looking for lower cost. graduation rate is below 40%. a public school with 5,484 students.
About This School
Purdue University Fort Wayne is a public institution located in Fort Wayne, Indiana with approximately 5,484 undergraduate students enrolled. Purdue University Fort Wayne has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 84%. The average net price after financial aid is $13,171 per year. The graduation rate is 36%, and the typical graduate earns $39,800 within 10 years of enrollment.
Purdue University Fort Wayne (PFW) is a public university in Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States. A campus of Purdue University, Purdue Fort Wayne was founded on July 1, 2018, when its predecessor university, Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne formally split into two separate institutions: Purdue University Fort Wayne and Indiana University Fort Wayne.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $11,513/year after aid and a low median debt of $10,556, the cost is genuinely manageable, making this a reasonable option for budget-conscious students who need to stay local. However, the 32% graduation rate is a serious red flag — nearly 7 in 10 students don't finish, which likely reflects the commuter-heavy student population and life pressures that can derail progress. If you enroll, go in with a clear plan, strong support systems, and realistic expectations about the work it takes to reach those median earnings of $39,800.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
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Admissions
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 22% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (5,484 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
Purdue University Fort Wayne
2101 E Coliseum Blvd
Fort Wayne, IN 46805-1499
Official Links
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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