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

When Jason Williamson was young, he dreamed of going to space. That dream will become a reality aboard the historic #Purdue1 mission. 🚀 From first-generation @PurdueCCE student to longtime @DunawayAssociates executive to future space traveler with @VirginGalactic, Williamson’s story is a reminder that persistence and passion can take you further than you ever imagined. Read more at the link in our bio.
BOILER GOLD RUSH BEGINS. Welcome, Class of 2030! 📣 #OnlyPurdue
Loyalty looks different today than it did when legendary @NFL quarterback @drewbrees was playing for @boilerfootball from 1997-2000 — especially in the new era of NIL. 🏈 He explains why he stayed committed to Purdue for four seasons on #ThisIsPurdue. Listen to the full episode at the 🔗 in bio.
True Boilermakers. Big challenges. Real progress. 🇺🇸 Go behind the scenes of our documentary featured in @usatoday’s special coverage of America’s 250th anniversary. Learn more at the 🔗 in our bio.
Something big is taking shape in downtown Indy. 👀 Here’s a look at progress on our new, 15-story Academic Success Building.
As a celebrated member of @boilerfootball’s #CradleofQuarterbacks, @drewbrees says his time at Purdue set him up for success. He learned how to overcome adversity and be an effective teammate — lessons he still carries with him today. 🏈 🚂 Listen/watch for more of his insights at the 🔗 in @lifeatpurdue’s bio.
When Jason Williamson was young, he dreamed of going to space. That dream will become a reality aboard the historic #Purdue1 mission. 🚀 From first-generation @PurdueCCE student to longtime @DunawayAssociates executive to future space traveler with @VirginGalactic, Williamson’s story is a reminder that persistence and passion can take you further than you ever imagined. Read more at the link in our bio.
BOILER GOLD RUSH BEGINS. Welcome, Class of 2030! 📣 #OnlyPurdue
Loyalty looks different today than it did when legendary @NFL quarterback @drewbrees was playing for @boilerfootball from 1997-2000 — especially in the new era of NIL. 🏈 He explains why he stayed committed to Purdue for four seasons on #ThisIsPurdue. Listen to the full episode at the 🔗 in bio.
True Boilermakers. Big challenges. Real progress. 🇺🇸 Go behind the scenes of our documentary featured in @usatoday’s special coverage of America’s 250th anniversary. Learn more at the 🔗 in our bio.
Something big is taking shape in downtown Indy. 👀 Here’s a look at progress on our new, 15-story Academic Success Building.
As a celebrated member of @boilerfootball’s #CradleofQuarterbacks, @drewbrees says his time at Purdue set him up for success. He learned how to overcome adversity and be an effective teammate — lessons he still carries with him today. 🏈 🚂 Listen/watch for more of his insights at the 🔗 in @lifeatpurdue’s bio.