What ACT score do you need for Purdue University-Main Campus?
The 25th–75th percentile band shows where the middle half of admitted students score on the ACT. Numbers come from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard (2024–25 figures).
Purdue University-Main Campus ACT band
25th
27
–
75th
34
Median
30
2021–22
Higher-ACT-average school (top quartile), from 2021–22 figures. Admission rate: 50%.
Peer schools at this band
Clemson University, SC
25–75:28–32Median:30
New Jersey Institute of Technology, NJ
25–75:27–34Median:30
See your specific admit chance
The band above shows where admitted students scored. Run the admissions-chance tool to see what your specific score means for your chance at Purdue University-Main Campus.
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ACT data from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard (2024–25 figures). Last updated March 7, 2026. Methodology.