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Purdue University Fort Wayne

Fort Wayne, IN 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate81%

IPFW Admissions

Purdue University Fort Wayne is not difficult to get into. Purdue University Fort Wayne admitted 81% of all applicants in 2022. Last year, 5,853 students applied to Purdue University Fort Wayne and 4,721 were admitted.

If you are thinking about applying to Purdue University Fort Wayne, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 8/1 and the fee for the application costs $30.

Students who submit their applications to Purdue University Fort Wayne for the fall semester should anticipate a decision by November 1.

Purdue University Fort Wayne Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Purdue University Fort Wayne's admissions stats.

Purdue University Fort Wayne 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 13%
Admissions Test Policy Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs 56%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 13%
Waitlist No

Purdue University Fort Wayne Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Purdue University Fort Wayne.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No
Early Decision II
Early Action No
Regular Decision Yes 8 1 November 1

Considering Applying Early to Purdue University Fort Wayne?


Purdue University Fort Wayne does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Find a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.


More on Purdue University Fort Wayne Admissions


For applicants who are non-residents, getting into Purdue University Fort Wayne is moderately difficult.

Transferring to Purdue University Fort Wayne

Transfer student admissions is not difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Purdue University Fort Wayne

Purdue University Fort Wayne has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Purdue University Fort Wayne Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Purdue University Fort Wayne

What does Purdue University Fort Wayne consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor Level
Class Rank Very Important
Standardized Test Scores Very Important
Academic GPA Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record Very Important
Recommendation(s) Considered
State Residency Considered
Talent/Ability Considered

Make sure to check with Purdue University Fort Wayne for more information on admission factors.

Purdue University Fort Wayne Application Requirements

To apply to Purdue University Fort Wayne, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Purdue University Fort Wayne's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Other Requirements rank in upper 50% of high school class
Transcript of High School Record
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) 2.8

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Purdue University Fort Wayne?

Students admitted to Purdue University Fort Wayne have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 41.5% submitted a class rank. At Purdue University Fort Wayne 13% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 37% were in the top 25% and 68% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Purdue University Fort Wayne, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA Percent of Students
4.0 GPA 12.8%
3.75 and 3.99 17%
3.50 and 3.74 14.5%
3.25 and 3.49 12%
3.00 and 3.24 14.5%
2.50 and 2.9 21%
2.00 and 2.49 8%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Purdue University Fort Wayne directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Purdue University Fort Wayne does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 56% of Purdue University Fort Wayne's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 13% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Purdue University Fort Wayne?

To be competitive with other Purdue University Fort Wayne applicants, you should strive to earn between 1000 and 1210 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Purdue University Fort Wayne 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1210 and 25% of scored lower than 1000, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Purdue University Fort Wayne students scored 600 or higher and 75% of students scored 490 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Purdue University Fort Wayne students scored 610 or higher, and 75% scored a 490 or higher.

To be most competitive at Purdue University Fort Wayne, you should strive to earn between 20 and 27 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 27 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Purdue University Fort Wayne's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 27, and three out of four students scored lower than 27 on the ACT.

A 20 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Purdue University Fort Wayne students. Only one out of every four students scored below 20.

More Information on Transferring to Purdue University Fort Wayne

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to Purdue University Fort Wayne.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 1.

Transfer students can enroll in Purdue University Fort Wayne during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term


Purdue University Fort Wayne Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to Purdue University Fort Wayne?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Purdue University Fort Wayne.

Does Purdue University Fort Wayne accept transfer credits?

✅ Purdue University Fort Wayne accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Purdue University Fort Wayne accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Excelsior College Examinations

Does Purdue University Fort Wayne accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Purdue University Fort Wayne accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Purdue University Fort Wayne?

✅ Purdue University Fort Wayne is not test optional.

What is Purdue University Fort Wayne's acceptance rate?

✅ Purdue University Fort Wayne has an acceptance rate of 81%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Purdue University Fort Wayne?

❌ Purdue University Fort Wayne does not offer early decision.

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IPFW Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Less Selective

81%

How hard is it to get into IPFW? IPFW is a less selective institution. The IPFW acceptance rate is 81%. This means that the institution accepts 80 out of every 100 applicants.

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IPFW Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Aug 1

Transfer Applications are Due

Aug 1

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to IPFW is Aug 1.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to IPFW is Aug 1.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

IPFW SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

1000 - 1210

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Math SAT Range

490 - 600

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Reading SAT Range

490 - 610

IPFW GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.37

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At IPFW, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.37. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

9,069

Campus Setting

Urban

Acceptance Rate

81%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$10,155

Out-of-State

$22,743

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Aug 1
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