Language of instruction
Generally available as a second or third preference.
Located in West Lafayette, Indiana, Purdue University is a World Top-100 public research institution offering higher education at its highest proven value. Committed to student success, Purdue is changing the student experience, with greater focus on faculty-student interaction and creative use of technology. The moniker for the University’s athletics teams, “Boilermakers”, has become a popular reference for all things Purdue.
Lafayette-West Lafayette is a historian’s dream with beautiful turn-of-the-century architecture. The sister cities are ideally situated between Chicago, Illinois and Indianapolis, Indiana.
Semester dates
| UQ Semester | Host Semester | Dates |
| Semester 1 | Spring Semester | January–May |
| Semester 2 | Fall Semester | August–December |
View Purdue's academic calendar and important dates for exchange students.
Guides and additional information
Purdue has a number of online resources to help you get more from your exchange:
- University guide for international and exchange students (PDF, 748.8 KB)
- Community guide and directory for Purdue students living in Lafayette
- Guidebook to prepare for your exchange (PDF, 2.1 MB)
- Events, organisations and student clubs
- International Friendship Program (IFP)
- Disability support and resources
- West Lafayette campus map
- Get Involved at Purdue
Exchange deadlines
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:
Open: 24 April (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Close: 31 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:
Open: 24 September (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Close: 31 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Extended Deadline: 28 Nov 2024 (for exchange in Sem 2, 2025)
Student testimonials
- B Engineering (honours) / ScienceSemester 2, 2022
- B EngineeringSemester 1, 2019
- B Electrical EngineeringSemester 1, 2019
Full-time study load
15 credits at Purdue is equivalent to 8 UQ units.
Host university requirements
GPA
You will need a minimum cumulative GPA of 4.5 to study at Purdue.
Study Options
You will be required to select one 'major' and it is recommended to take the majority of your coursework in one academic area.
Note: Host university eligibility criteria are at the discretion of the host and may change without notice.
Find courses
Follow the instructions on Purdue's Course Registration page in order to search the Purdue course catalogue, ensuring you are selecting courses offered at the West Lafayette campus. Alternatively, you can view the complete list of undergraduate programs.
Crosscheck the courses you found in the host course catalogue with the Credit Precedent Database to see if UQ credit has previously been granted. The database should be used as a general guide only. Few courses from each host will be in the database and many course precedents in the database may have expired. Note, the credit precedent database does not replace the host course catalogue. If a course is not listed in the CPD, you can still ask for it to be assessed on your study plan.
Study areas taught in English
Academic restrictions
Additional academic information
Exchange deadlines
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:
Open: 24 April (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Close: 31 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:
Open: 24 September (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Close: 31 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Extended Deadline: 28 Nov 2024 (for exchange in Sem 2, 2025)
Accommodation
Exchange students can apply to stay in Purdue's on-campus residences. Places are not guaranteed, especially during the fall semester, but students who apply by the deadline will usually be allocated a room. Additionally, Purdue provides guidance and support for students looking to live off-campus.
Further information on Purdue's housing options is available on pages 16–19 in the Exchange Student Handbook.
Cost of living
Purdue's Exchange Student Handbook provides a breakdown of average living costs which students can expect to encounter while on exchange in West Lafayette.
Additional Mandatory fees
Purdue University does not have any additional mandatory fees for exchange students.
Financial support
A range of funding for student exchange including scholarships, grants and loans are available to UQ students.
Insurance
Students approved to participate in a Semester-based Exchange are automatically covered by UQ’s Travel Insurance for the country of their host university only.
For more information, read the Student Travel Insurance Policy Summary on UQ’s Travel Insurance web page (login required).
If you plan to travel outside of your host country, you should purchase additional insurance.
All exchange students studying at Purdue are required to maintain adequate health coverage throughout the duration of their exchange. Information regarding the Purdue Student Health Insurance Service, including costs and benefits, can be found on Purdue's website.
Exchange students may be eligible to waive the Health Insurance Plan if they have additional cover that meets Purdue University’s minimum waiver requirements. UQ’s Corporate Travel Insurance has previously met the minimum waiver requirements for Purdue University’s Student Health Insurance. However, waiver eligibility is assessed by the host university and is not guaranteed as requirements are subject to change.
Before purchasing an additional policy, students should confirm that the policy meets Purdue University’s minimum waiver requirements.
A waiver is not automatic. Do not assume that a waiver will be approved or that you will receive a waiver based on the experience of a friend from UQ who studied at the same institution on exchange.
Exchange deadlines
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:
Open: 24 April (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Close: 31 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:
Open: 24 September (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Close: 31 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Extended Deadline: 28 Nov 2024 (for exchange in Sem 2, 2025)
Organise your visa
It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct visa for the country where you will be studying. As the Global Experiences team is not a visa-issuing authority we cannot provide visa advice.
Contact the US Embassy and Consulates for visa information.
Travel risk levels
The University of Queensland cannot and does not allow students to travel to any country with a risk level of 3 (Reconsider your need to travel) or above, as assessed by the Australian Government.
If a country's risk level changes to 3 or above, experiences to that country are suspended until the risk level improves.
Find out the risk level and travel advice, and sign up to receive updates for your host country on the Smartraveller website.
Exchange deadlines
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:
Open: 24 April (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Close: 31 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:
Open: 24 September (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Close: 31 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)
Extended Deadline: 28 Nov 2024 (for exchange in Sem 2, 2025)