Purdue University
 
 

West Lafayette, IN 47907
Purdue University has a tradition of ethical conduct spanning its history. As a land-grant institution, this Indiana college demonstrates responsiveness to constituencies and extend to them access to knowledge resources. Purdue University nurtures relationships with other partners in education who support our vision or join us to foster common interests. We integrate the mission of this Indiana college with responsibilities. The undergraduate school contributes its knowledge resources impartially in serving our public purposes.

As faculty, students, staff, and administrators, Purdue University is a community of dedicated learners, scholars, professionals, and practitioners -- all contributing their talents to uphold the standards of this Indiana college, and improve the broader community in which they live and work. The responsibilities and obligations of this undergraduate school toward the advancement of learning, discovery, and engagement in Purdue University and in Indiana extend to the nation and the world.

This statement of integrity is meant to provide an overarching declaration that informs specific policies and procedures regarding conduct, enforcement, and accountability. Such policies and procedures either exist in official Purdue University documents or will be developed as necessary.
 
 
Quick Facts:
  • Founded in 1869 and named after benefactor John Purdue, Purdue University began its journey with six instructors, 39 students and a mission to provide agriculture and mechanic arts education.
  • Purdue University encompasses system-wide enrollment of 71,988 students; West Lafayette enrollment of 40,090 students (Fall 2008); students from 50 states and 130 countries.
  • The main campus of this Indiana college is in West Lafayette, Indiana (126 miles southeast of Chicago, 65 miles north of Indianapolis). Its state university system includes five campuses and numerous teaching and research sites.
  • At Purdue University, the estimated annual undergraduate expenses are $18,820 for residents and $34,454 for nonresidents (2008-09). This number includes fees, books and supplies, room/board, tuition for nonresidents, and miscellaneous costs.
 
 

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