The Engineering Experience

When deciding on colleges, having access to study abroad experiences was important to me. Purdue offers ample opportunities to study abroad, so along with all the other reasons I loved Purdue, I knew it was the right school for me. By the time I graduate, I will have participated in at least three Purdue study abroad programs, and I want to take a moment to reflect on and share my experiences and takeaways while also highlighting everything Purdue has to offer. Some of my time abroad has counted toward my minor, and others toward class credit, but I truly couldn’t speak more highly about any of my experiences. GEARE I am earning a min or in Global Engineering Studies through the Global Engineering Alliance for Research and Education (GEARE). To complete this program, students must take 12 credits of foreign language courses, complete both a domestic internship and an internship or research experience abroad, study abroad for a semester, and participate in a global design team project. ...

Why Sarah Chose Purdue: Before my college search began, Purdue hadn’t really been on my radar. I was talking to my high school college counselor about my criteria for my college list: strong engineering programs, school spirit, large undergraduate student population, and study abroad opportunities, and she advised me to check out Purdue. At the time, I didn’t know much about the school. Coming from North Carolina, not many other alumni from my high school have ended up at Purdue, but I wanted to keep an open mind throughout the college admissions process and thought, “Why not?” So, in March of my junior year, my mom and I came to Indiana for a tour. Seeing the campus for myself put Purdue at the top of my list. Three main things stood out to me immediately on my initial visit that stuck with me throughout the application process and guided me to choose Purdue when the time came almost a year later. #1. The collaborative atmosphere among Purdue students, especially within the College of...

It’s that time of year again- college applications, essays, and big decisions about where you’ll spend the next four years. If you’re dreaming about becoming an engineer, there’s one date you’ll definitely want to remember: November 1st - Purdue’s Early Action deadline. Applying early is the best way to make sure you’re considered for Purdue Engineering- one of the most respected and opportunity-filled programs in the country. When I was applying, I knew I wanted to be somewhere that would challenge me, surround me with passionate people, and give me endless ways to grow. Purdue was that place from the moment I stepped on campus. Why Purdue Engineering? Choosing Purdue means choosing opportunity. Whether it’s internships, research, design teams, or study abroad, there’s something for everyone. You’ll meet people who inspire you, challenge you, and remind you why you fell in love with the thought of becoming an engineer in the first place. The best part is that early action doesn't...