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Become a Boilermaker

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From athletic events to club meetings, there are so many ways to connect at Purdue.

Take your next giant leap with Purdue University

What do you value when it comes to choosing a college? Do you consider a wide range of majors, affordability or job placement rates after graduation? At Purdue University, we value all this and more. With 1,000 student organizations, over 200 majors and nearly 2,000 undergraduate research opportunities, anyone can find their home here at Purdue.

Learn more about taking your next giant leap at purdue.edu.

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