Purdue University – Purdue Polytechnic Anderson

Purdue University - Purdue Polytechnic Anderson Financial Aid

Students who are applying for financial aid at Purdue University - Purdue Polytechnic Anderson need to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (or FAFSA). The FAFSA uses financial information from the prior, prior year which means that you don’t need to wait for the year to end and can use last year’s financial information.

The FAFSA code for Purdue University - Purdue Polytechnic Anderson is 001825.

If you are looking for more information on how to complete the FAFSA, check out our How to Complete the FAFSA Guide.

Midwest Student Tuition Exchange

Purdue is in a state that participates in the Midwest Student Exchange. That means that if you are a resident of Indiana, Kansas, Minnesota, Mississippi, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, or Wisconsin, you may qualify for discounted tuition at Purdue. This program applies to both private and public institutions, although the discount at private institutions is lower. Check their website for more information on eligibility and what your discount would be.

Pell Grants at Purdue University - Purdue Polytechnic Anderson

0% of students at Purdue University - Purdue Polytechnic Anderson receive Pell Grants, which are awarded to undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need (students who have a bachelor’s or professional degree are not eligible). Pell Grants are awarded by the federal government and do not need to be repaid. To apply for a Pell Grant, students will need to submit their FAFSA. If you are awarded a Pell Grant, you’ll see it listed in your financial aid award letter if you are accepted to Purdue University - Purdue Polytechnic Anderson.

You can learn more about Pell Grant eligibility here.

Outside Scholarships

Purdue students can also apply for outside scholarships to fund their education. Outside scholarships are awards that are offered by private and non-profit organizations. If you want to see what outside scholarships you are eligible for, check out these resources:

• Top scholarships for high school seniors
• Top scholarships for college students
• Scholarship database

How much do graduates of Purdue University - Purdue Polytechnic Anderson go on to earn?

10 years after starting school at Purdue University - Purdue Polytechnic Anderson, the median earnings among students who received federal financial aid was $68,414. This is $18,023 more than the national median.

Earnings can vary widely based on many factors other than school choice. Your major and career path can cause substantial changes in your income down the line. For more information, check out our article on the average starting salary out of college.

How much do students at Purdue take out in loans?

Graduates of Purdue have to take out a median of $19,500 in federal student loans. This is $6,000 more than the national median. As you make decisions about your college loans, it’s important to inform yourself on the advantages and disadvantages of each loan option. Our guide to navigating these different options is a great place to start.