Rankings
How every major ranking places Purdue University. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2025):
Postgraduate courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering & technology | 38 | $18,802 | See → |
| Public health & allied health | 18 | $18,802 | See → |
| Business & management | 17 | $18,802 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 15 | $18,802 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 14 | $18,802 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 12 | $18,802 | See → |
| Medicine & clinical health | 11 | $18,802 | See → |
| Education & teaching | 9 | $18,802 | See → |
| Humanities & languages | 9 | $18,802 | See → |
| Psychology | 9 | $18,802 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 8 | $18,802 | See → |
| Social sciences | 5 | $18,802 | See → |
| Arts, design & creative studies | 3 | $18,802 | See → |
| Hospitality, tourism & service industry | 2 | $18,802 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 2 | $18,802 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 1 | $18,802 | See → |
Costs and entry
2 courses mention scholarships. 153 publish an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at Purdue University
The job market for Purdue University's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in the US.
Questions students ask
How much does a postgraduate course at Purdue University cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $18,802 a year. Most courses last 2 years. Fees vary by field: engineering & technology courses are typically $18,802, engineering & technology $18,802.
How is Purdue University ranked?
Purdue University is ranked #88 by QS (2026), #85 by Times Higher Education (2026) and #101–150 by ARWU (2025) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include Agriculture & Forestry (#6) and Engineering - Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing (#19).
What IELTS score does Purdue University need for a postgraduate course?
Many postgraduate courses (8 of the 24 that list it) ask for IELTS 6.5 overall.
How many postgraduate courses does Purdue University offer?
169 postgraduate courses across 16 fields; the largest are engineering & technology (38), public health & allied health (18) and business & management (17).
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Updated 21 September 2026. Courses and fees from Purdue University's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: QS World University Rankings 2026, Times Higher Education 2026, ARWU 2025, QS subject rankings 2025.