Is Purdue University Global worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Purdue University Global is ranked #1,227 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of A+ (top 5% for value). Within Indiana, it ranks #17 of 59 for value.
Among the majors Purdue University Global offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Dietitian Assistant | #1 of 1 |
| Other Legal Support Services | #1 of 1 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #3 of 4 |
| Applied Behavior Analysis | #5 of 14 |
| Behavioral Sciences | #6 of 23 |
| Behavioral Science | #6 of 23 |
| Fire Services Administration | #7 of 17 |
| Computer Systems Networking | #8 of 24 |
| Organizational Behavior Studies | #9 of 50 |
| Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling | #9 of 22 |
Read the full Purdue University Global value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Purdue University Global is ranked #48 out of #61 in Indiana for quality and #17 out of #59 for Indiana value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Purdue University Global financial aid page to be sure.
Purdue University Global is ranked #1,227 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Compared to its peers, Purdue University Global is underpriced for the quality of education it provides, earning it a great value recognition.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Purdue University Global costs about $10,137. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $40,548 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $15,660 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $7,770 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $10,137 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $40,548 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Purdue University Global net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
What Purdue University Global costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Purdue University Global degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $62,640 | — | — |
| All Students | $40,548 | #1,227 | A+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $31,080 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $62,640 | — | — |
| All Students | $40,548 | #17 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $31,080 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Purdue University Global shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $48K–$75K | $12,267 |
About 70% of Purdue University Global undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $5,456 per year. Get more details on the Purdue University Global financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Purdue University Global net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.