Preparing for Graduate School
2+ years
If you are considering graduate study in an engineering field and you are 2 or more years away from applying, you have come to the right place! As a future graduate student, we invite you to:
Review your program options and learn about what it takes to apply to graduate school at Purdue…
View our various engineering disciplines to learn about available study options.
Office of the Vice Provost for Graduate Students and Postdoctoral Scholars
The Office of Graduate Admissions manages the online application system and grants admission after each graduate program reviews and recommends an applicant. They also provide assistance to current graduate students and approve graduate students for their degrees. Visit their website to learn more about this important office, or jump to a particular resource:
• Preparing for Graduate Studies
• Fellowships & Funding Information
Register to join us virtually to learn more about graduate engineering studies…
The goal of the Early Discovery program is to empower promising undergraduate students at the freshman and sophomore levels to pursue research-intensive graduate study. This year the Early Discovery program will be virtual, but we will be just as interactive.
Purdue Engineering Virtual Graduate Showcase
Learn about the many graduate offerings available through Purdue University’s College of Engineering. As the largest engineering college in the Top Ten, our highly ranked programs offer versatile options.
View a list of our events, including those that are offered in-person, hybrid, and/or virtually…
Come to campus to conduct research as an undergraduate...
Participate in summer undergraduate research to gain additional experience, and preview life as a graduate student. Learn about various paid opportunities and begin your application today!
College of Engineering Research Website
Learn more about the research activities happening across the College of Engineering, including links to research labs and facilities and various teams working on exciting cross-disciplinary topics.
Read about our graduate students as they share their stories…
Learn about current graduate students and their educational journeys in their own words. Read their stories and find out more about their academic backgrounds, accomplishments, and the ways in which they experience Purdue Graduate Engineering!
Consider the financial aspects of graduate engineering studies…
View an overview of the graduate funding process.
Review Graduate Education videos to learn more about how to prepare for graduate school and more...
Purdue Engineering Graduate Programs YouTube Playlist
Purdue College of Engineering Graduate Education has numerous recorded resources about Preparing for Graduate School. Please click the link for more information and to subscribe to our YouTube channel.
Find graduate school resources specifically for international students here...
International Students and Scholars (ISS)
Providing support and services to our international graduate students, ISS is the place to go for any visa-related questions.
1 year
If you are considering graduate study in an engineering field and you are 1 year away from applying, you have come to the right place! As a future graduate student, we invite you to:
Review your program options and learn about what it takes to apply to graduate school at Purdue…
View our various engineering disciplines to learn about available study options.
Office of the Vice Provost for Graduate Students and Postdoctoral Scholars
The Office of Graduate Admissions manages the online application system and grants admission after each graduate program reviews and recommends an applicant. They also provide assistance to current graduate students and approve graduate students for their degrees. Visit their website to learn more about this important office, or jump to a particular resource:
• Preparing for Graduate Studies
• Fellowships & Funding Information
Register to join us virtually to learn more about graduate engineering studies…
GradTrack is an online mentoring program that prepares undergraduate students (juniors and seniors) from any U.S. institution for Graduate School. Its goal is to increase community and success of engineering graduate students in the US. GradTrack Scholars excel in academic, professional and research settings while also displaying a commitment to broadening participation in engineering.
Purdue Engineering Virtual Graduate Showcase
Learn about the many graduate offerings available through Purdue University’s College of Engineering. As the largest engineering college in the Top Ten, our highly ranked programs offer versatile options.
View a list of our events, including those that are offered in-person, hybrid, and/or virtually…
Come to campus to conduct research as an undergraduate...
Participate in summer undergraduate research to gain additional experience, and preview life as a graduate student. Learn about various paid opportunities and begin your application today!
College of Engineering Research Website
Learn more about the research activities happening across the College of Engineering, including links to research labs and facilities and various teams working on exciting cross-disciplinary topics.
Read about our graduate students as they share their stories…
Learn about current graduate students and their educational journeys in their own words. Read their stories and find out more about their academic backgrounds, accomplishments, and the ways in which they experience Purdue Graduate Engineering!
Consider the financial aspects of graduate engineering studies…
Across Purdue’s College of Engineering, more than 70% of our full time graduate students receive funding, but the options open to you will depend on the type of degree you are pursuing.
Review Graduate Education videos to learn more about how to prepare for graduate school and more...
Purdue Engineering Graduate Programs YouTube Playlist
Purdue College of Engineering Graduate Education has numerous recorded resources about Preparing for Graduate School. Please click the link for more information and to subscribe to our YouTube channel.
Find graduate school resources specifically for international students here...
International Students and Scholars (ISS)
Providing support and services to our international graduate students, ISS is the place to go for any visa-related questions.
Graduate Engineering Navigators
Reach out to a Graduate Engineering Navigator (GEN). Our GEN cohort members mentor prospective international students through the application process for graduate engineering programs.
Learn more about international graduate student life at Purdue though this fun series of blogs, videos, and country stats
Ready to apply now
Purdue Engineering GradTrack
GradTrack is an online mentoring program that prepares undergraduate students (juniors and seniors) from any U.S. institution for Graduate School. Its goal is to increase community and success of engineering graduate students in the US. GradTrack Scholars excel in academic, professional and research settings while also displaying a commitment to broadening participation in engineering. As a GradTrack Scholar, you are expected to attend 8 online meetings during the year and participate in monthly assignments. Meetings are on Monday evenings. You will have exclusive networking with current Purdue Graduate Students and, whether you are applying to graduate school or summer research opportunities, will finish the program with completed documents for a competitive application.
Purdue Engineering Virtual Graduate Showcase
Learn about the many graduate offerings available through Purdue University’s College of Engineering. As the largest engineering college in the Top Ten, our highly ranked programs offer versatile options.
Current Student Testimonials
Learn about current graduate students and their educational journeys in their own words. Read their stories and find out more about their academic backgrounds, accomplishments, and the ways in which they experience Purdue Graduate Engineering!
Purdue Engineering Graduate Programs YouTube Playlist
Purdue College of Engineering Graduate Education has numerous recorded resources about Preparing for Graduate School. Please click the link for more information and to subscribe to our YouTube channel.
Already admitted
Transition to Graduate School
Once you have been admitted to your graduate program and are ready to enroll, use these resources to help set yourself up for a successful first semester.
Current Student Testimonials
Learn about current graduate students and their educational journeys in their own words. Read their stories and find out more about their academic backgrounds, accomplishments, and the ways in which they experience Purdue Graduate Engineering!
Purdue Engineering Graduate Programs YouTube Playlist
Purdue College of Engineering Graduate Education has numerous recorded resources about Preparing for Graduate School. Please click the link for more information and to subscribe to our YouTube channel.