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Computer Engineering

Purdue University
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Overview
Purdue's B.S. in Computer Engineering is reviewed holistically at the university level. For West Lafayette, applicants enter First-Year Engineering before moving into Computer Engineering; Purdue says it weighs academic preparation, grades, course rigor, test scores, and the required essay, and it does not list a portfolio requirement.

Admission criteria

PortfolioLow

Purdue does not request or evaluate a creative/technical portfolio for first-year Computer Engineering admission.

Bar to clear: Not used by this program

Statement of PurposeMedium

Purdue uses the Common App essay and its own questions to assess clear writing, motivation, personal story, and fit beyond grades and scores.

Bar to clear: Common App essay plus Purdue questions, 250-650 words

Academics & GPAHigh

Purdue emphasizes overall grades, grades in math/science/core coursework, course rigor, trends, and preparedness for engineering.

Bar to clear: College of Engineering middle 50% GPA: 3.81-4.00

Test scoresHigh

Purdue expects SAT or ACT scores for freshman admission, and international applicants may also need English proficiency scores; scores are part of holistic review.

Bar to clear: SAT 1370-1510 or ACT 31-34; IELTS 6.5+ or TOEFL iBT 88+ if needed

Application components

Common App essayPurdue required questionsHigh school transcript / GPASAT or ACT score reportEnglish proficiency test report
How to stand out
→Take the most rigorous math and science curriculum available, especially calculus, chemistry, and physics.
→Target very strong grades in core engineering-prep courses; Purdue highlights both overall performance and major-related grades.
→Use the essay to show sustained interest in computing, engineering problem-solving, and what you will contribute to Purdue.
→Submit strong SAT/ACT scores if available; for international applicants, also meet the English proficiency bar early.
Source confidence
93%Well sourced
Sources
Purdue First-Year Admission Criteria
admissions.purdue.edu/become-student/first-year-criteria/
Official holistic-review criteria, including grades, course rigor, SAT/ACT/CLT, and essay.
Computer Engineering Major | Purdue University
admissions.purdue.edu/majors/computer-engineering/
States West Lafayette applicants apply to First-Year Engineering and notes the major is competitive.
Purdue University Application Guide
admissions.purdue.edu/become-student/guide/
Official essay guidance for the Common App essay and Purdue questions.
English Proficiency
admissions.purdue.edu/become-student/english-proficiency/
Official minimum English-test expectations for international applicants.
Freshman Class Profile
www.admissions.purdue.edu/academics/freshmanprofile.php
Official middle-50% Engineering GPA and test-score ranges; GPA is not a standalone factor.
Purdue Engineering Information
engineering.purdue.edu/OFE-Brochure
Official engineering page stating no additional application requirements beyond university-wide course expectations and no minimum test score or GPA requirements.
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