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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Nothing beats a field trip — especially when it involves @childrensmuseum! We enjoyed partnering with this Indianapolis icon to celebrate its 100th birthday and inspire the next generation of innovators as a centennial sponsor.
@boilerball coach Matt Painter has instilled persistence and humility in the team since 2005. 🏆 His strategies have solidified his status as one of the best coaches in college basketball — he recently achieved 500 career wins. He’s helped continue the university’s legendary legacy, with eight Sweet 16 appearances, 16 NCAA tournament berths, an appearance in the NCAA championship game, five Big Ten regular-season championships, two Big Ten Tournament titles and an international gold medal — and he keeps going.
Happy snowy Friday, Boilermakers. ☃️
From late-night study sessions to cheering on the Boilermakers at Mackey, this Purdue gear brings the sparkle this season. ✨️ Need a last-minute gift for your favorite Boilermaker? Check out the @briannacannonofficial and @shopvitality Purdue collections at the @purdueteamstore: 🔗 in bio. 👆 Order by 12/12 for shipping by the holidays.
AI is changing the world — are you ready? 🤖 Purdue experts and others have put together a “playbook” to help you use AI responsibly, spot deepfakes and discover future career paths. Download your AI playbook at the 🔗 in bio.
The best study spot on campus has been named ... 🏆 Happy studying, Boilermakers! 📚
Nothing beats a field trip — especially when it involves @childrensmuseum! We enjoyed partnering with this Indianapolis icon to celebrate its 100th birthday and inspire the next generation of innovators as a centennial sponsor.
@boilerball coach Matt Painter has instilled persistence and humility in the team since 2005. 🏆 His strategies have solidified his status as one of the best coaches in college basketball — he recently achieved 500 career wins. He’s helped continue the university’s legendary legacy, with eight Sweet 16 appearances, 16 NCAA tournament berths, an appearance in the NCAA championship game, five Big Ten regular-season championships, two Big Ten Tournament titles and an international gold medal — and he keeps going.
Happy snowy Friday, Boilermakers. ☃️
From late-night study sessions to cheering on the Boilermakers at Mackey, this Purdue gear brings the sparkle this season. ✨️ Need a last-minute gift for your favorite Boilermaker? Check out the @briannacannonofficial and @shopvitality Purdue collections at the @purdueteamstore: 🔗 in bio. 👆 Order by 12/12 for shipping by the holidays.
AI is changing the world — are you ready? 🤖 Purdue experts and others have put together a “playbook” to help you use AI responsibly, spot deepfakes and discover future career paths. Download your AI playbook at the 🔗 in bio.
The best study spot on campus has been named ... 🏆 Happy studying, Boilermakers! 📚