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One brick higher: Purdue University’s 2026 online program rankings reflect more than just numbers

When the 2026 Best Online Programs rankings were released by U.S. News & World Report, the numbers spoke clearly.

March 25, 2026

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Online Master of Science in Civil Engineering program connects Canadian grad to his dream

As part of his job, Todd Barkhouse finds defects in bridges and their designs. So, it wasn’t difficult for him to spot the weakness in his plan to earn a master’s degree in civil engineering: geography. Barkhouse lives in the…

March 24, 2026

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Online Master of Science in Civil Engineering degree helps grad reach education destination

It wasn’t Matthew Moulton’s goal of developing and maintaining safer bridges for the state of Michigan that drove him to return to college for his master’s degree in civil engineering.

March 24, 2026

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Purdue’s online Master of Science in Organizational Leadership and Supervision launching new noncredit-to-credit pathways 

Purdue University’s online Master of Science in Organizational Leadership and Supervision (MSOLS) is launching several noncredit-to-credit pathways.

March 6, 2026

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Purdue’s Veterinary Technology Distance Learning program is helping students think globally through study abroad opportunities

Purdue University’s College of Veterinary Medicine is encouraging students in its Veterinary Technology Distance Learning Program to pursue study abroad opportunities.

March 5, 2026

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Purdue launches new online major in space systems engineering 

Purdue University is launching a new online major in space systems engineering, offered as part of the online Master of Science in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering

March 4, 2026

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New short course from Purdue and IEEE integrates safety into engineering design and manufacturing

A new course from Purdue and IEEE ensures safety is proactively engineered into products.

March 4, 2026

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Purdue expands graduate credit pathway for Naval School of Aviation Safety students

Purdue University is offering an expanded graduate credit pathway for aviation professionals who have completed the Naval School of Aviation Safety’s (SAS) Aviation Safety Officer Course.

March 2, 2026

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Purdue University launches new online Master of Science in strategy in security and defense technologies

Purdue University is launching a new online Master of Science in strategy in security and defense technologies.

March 2, 2026

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Purdue’s AI Bytes workshops hit 1,000 attendances milestone

Purdue University’s innovative AI Bytes workshop sessions recently achieved 1,000 attendances.

March 2, 2026

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Purdue’s new online master’s in radiopharmaceutical manufacturing gives students hands-on experience in growing field

The field of theranostics, which involves using radiopharmaceutical drugs and diagnostic tools to treat various types of cancer, is expected to grow threefold by 2029 — transforming from a $4.3 billion to a $12.7 billion industry, according to BCC Research. Increased demand for radiopharmaceuticals is fueled by a growing population of cancer patients, the increasing costs of drug development and the need for therapies that target treatment-resistant cancers.

February 27, 2026

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Professor’s dream of enhancing national defense leads to creation of global program

For Sorin Matei, the journey to creating Purdue’s online MS in Strategy in Security and Defense Technologies was defined by unexpected twists.

February 27, 2026

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