IPFW Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 83.89%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1090. Average SAT scores, indicating a moderately competitive applicant pool.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $9,532
- Out-of-State Tuition: $22,887
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at IPFW:
- Total Enrollment: 7,206, including 584 online students
- 6,489 Undergraduate, 717 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 50.6% men, 49.4% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 36%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 67%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 124 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 8 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 18 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's.
IPFW Overview
Purdue University Fort Wayne (IPFW) is a four-year, public school located in Fort Wayne, IN. Purdue University Fort Wayne was newly reclassified as an Research College/University (Master's College and University (medium programs)) in 2025 due to changes in its research activities and doctoral program offerings.
The IPFW's tuition & fees is $9,532 for Indiana residents and $22,887 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 58% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $7,009.
The school has a total enrollment of 7,206 and the students to faculty ratio is 13 to 1 (7.69%).
IPFW's acceptance rate is 83.89% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 21.42%. The median SAT score is 1090 and the ACT score is 25.
IPFW ranked 16th in Indiana Colleges rankings. Purdue University Fort Wayne is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Purdue University Fort Wayne is $9,532 for in-state students and $22,887 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $7,052 for in-state students and $15,962 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $9,818 for Indiana residents and $23,574 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $7,264 for Indiana residents and $16,441 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $9,532 | $22,887 |
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| Graduate | $7,052 | $15,962 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $9,818 | $23,574 |
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| Graduate | $7,264 | $16,441 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Purdue University Fort Wayne offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at IPFW
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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