Payments by Outside Organizations
- All donor checks must go through Purdue — even if the check is made out only to you.
- Do NOT cash the check yourself — the original check must be sent to the University to count as a scholarship or private award.
Where to Send Checks
Mailing Address:
Purdue University
Outside Awards
128 Memorial Mall, Room 194
West Lafayette IN 47907-2040
Or:
You can hand-deliver the check to the Office of the Bursar in Room 194, Stewart Center.
Your donor should also complete and send in Purdue’s Outside Award Donor Form with the check.
Important Steps/Avoid Delays
- Your name and Purdue ID number are required on the front of the check.
- Sign the back of the check if it’s made out to you (or you and Purdue).
- Include the donor’s name.
- Include any donor letters or documents sent with the check.
- Checks over $1,500 will be split between fall and spring semesters — unless your donor says otherwise in writing.
- Report your expected award through the financial aid tab under additional resources on your MyPurdue.
What Happens After Purdue Gets the Check
- Office of the Bursar processes the check and then the Division of Financial Aid applies the check to the student account.
- Processing can take 7–10 business days