What SAT 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 SAT. Numbers come from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard (2024–25 figures).
Purdue University-Main Campus SAT band
25th
1,200
–
75th
1,480
Median
1,364
Higher-SAT-average school (top quartile). Admission rate: 50%.
Peer schools at this band
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, VA
25–75:1,280–1,450Median:1,364
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, MN
25–75:1,300–1,500Median:1,362
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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SAT data from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard (2024–25 figures). Last updated March 7, 2026. Methodology.