About This School
Purdue University is a private, research university in West Lafayette, Indiana that offers a wide variety of degrees and programs in various fields. Also, the university has 13 schools that are mainly focused on engineering, science and technology. Purdue University was founded in 1869 by John Purdue, a local merchant. The university offers over 200 undergraduate degrees and Purdue had over 200 graduate programs within its 26 colleges. Being a technology focused school, Purdue University houses a wide selection of tech programs and degrees. Some of the most notable programs and degrees Purdue University provides are Computer and Information Technology, Cybersecurity, and various Engineering Technologies, such as Electrical Mechanical and Robotics Engineering Technology.