Life At Purdue

Experience the Boilermaker Community

Housing and Dining

Living on campus is an immersive experience that enhances all Purdue has to offer.  

West Lafayette 

  • First-year students can choose between a variety of housing options.
  • Five dining courts and an array of restaurant options ensure that great food is never far away. 

Indianapolis 

Student Clubs and Organizations

Discover that great minds don’t just think alike. They also get together to appreciate art, celebrate hip-hop, build robots, keep bees — and explore 1,000-plus other interests.

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Recreation and Wellness

Explore all the ways you can feel your best, from signing up for a fitness class to cooking with nutrition experts.

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Student Support Services

Find the resources and support systems to help you navigate your years here and face any challenge, big or small.

Fraternities, Sororities and Cooperatives

Form lifelong friendships, network with people from all over the world and build leadership skills in one of our over 90 fraternities, sororities and cooperative organizations.

Arts and Entertainment

See unforgettable musical and theatrical shows — or perform in one yourself — and visit the special exhibits at Purdue Galleries.

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Here’s What’s Happening Now

Discover how Meredith Hall got its name. Meredith Hall was named in honor of Virginia Claypool Meredith (1848-1936), the first woman to serve on Purdue’s Board of Trustees. She championed better housing for female students and helped establish the university’s home economics department. As we count down to America’s 250th anniversary, we’re celebrating significant moments and people in Purdue’s history.
There would be no Cradle of Astronauts if not for pioneers like Gus Grissom. 🚀 The first #Purdue astronaut — and second American to fly in space — helped lay the groundwork for his alma mater to become one of the top training grounds for future astronauts and space researchers. Watch the full video linked in our bio to learn about Grissom and the 29 #Boilermakers who have followed him in Purdue’s Cradle of Astronauts.
She’s not going to space alone. 🚀 @PurdueAeroAstro grad student Abigail Mizzi is preparing for the historic Purdue 1 flight, powered by the #Boilermakers who helped her reach this point. From classmates to mentors, every connection helped her build the wings to fly. Read her story at the 🔗 in our bio.
A phone full of Purdue memories 🫶
Interested in pursuing your content creator or social media influencing goals? 📲 🔥 @anchoredinelegance outlines a few key skills you can start developing today on #ThisIsPurdue. Listen to/watch the episode at the 🔗 in @lifeatpurdue’s bio.
We celebrate those who were not afraid to go first. 🇺🇸 Boilermakers lead the way — again and again and again. Learn more about commemorating America’s 250th anniversary at the 🔗 in bio.
Discover how Meredith Hall got its name. Meredith Hall was named in honor of Virginia Claypool Meredith (1848-1936), the first woman to serve on Purdue’s Board of Trustees. She championed better housing for female students and helped establish the university’s home economics department. As we count down to America’s 250th anniversary, we’re celebrating significant moments and people in Purdue’s history.
There would be no Cradle of Astronauts if not for pioneers like Gus Grissom. 🚀 The first #Purdue astronaut — and second American to fly in space — helped lay the groundwork for his alma mater to become one of the top training grounds for future astronauts and space researchers. Watch the full video linked in our bio to learn about Grissom and the 29 #Boilermakers who have followed him in Purdue’s Cradle of Astronauts.
She’s not going to space alone. 🚀 @PurdueAeroAstro grad student Abigail Mizzi is preparing for the historic Purdue 1 flight, powered by the #Boilermakers who helped her reach this point. From classmates to mentors, every connection helped her build the wings to fly. Read her story at the 🔗 in our bio.
A phone full of Purdue memories 🫶
Interested in pursuing your content creator or social media influencing goals? 📲 🔥 @anchoredinelegance outlines a few key skills you can start developing today on #ThisIsPurdue. Listen to/watch the episode at the 🔗 in @lifeatpurdue’s bio.
We celebrate those who were not afraid to go first. 🇺🇸 Boilermakers lead the way — again and again and again. Learn more about commemorating America’s 250th anniversary at the 🔗 in bio.