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The diversity in students and faculty ay Purdue is very unique and statistcally different than the other schools I considered. Purdue Univeristy draws in the third most international population of any campus here in America. This interesting statistic allows domestic students to opportunity to connect and learn about the culture from students all of the world, greatly enhancing their in-school experience.

Although Purdue University has over 40,000 students, they really tried to make me feel like a person and not just a number. Upon touring the campus when I was a prospective student, they demonstrated how "hands-on" their approach to teaching was and that really resonated with me. I was able to see a particle accelerator and I had the chance to make my own concrete. Every other school I visited only gave advice on the best way to get in as if that was the most important thing about going to college.

It is a high quality research institution that offers lots of opportunities outside the classroom to get practical experience.

Traditions are very important at Purdue, which made it a lot of fun. From not walking under the Bell Tower to breakfast club, learning the uniquely Purdue things made you feel included.

Purdue University is unparalleled in taking action towards their mission to ensure that students get the most out of their four years at Purdue. All of the staff at Purdue encourage students to do research, study abroad, and get involved on campus. When I was visiting a different college in Indiana, I asked them about their study abroad program and their response was "We don't really do that here". This shocking statement certainly changed my mind about that school. I wanted a college that would give me the most opportunities; Purdue does.

I believe the accountability that they instill in their students to not only prepare for their subsequent years of education, but to truly prepare you as a person to succeed beyond the university experience and learning. Purdue University has created and sustained a prolonged reputation as one of the best engineering schools in the nation alone says so much, but to continually challenge their students to rise to the standards of Purdue University is what makes them such a great choice and one decision through the ups and downs of life that I will never regret.

Boilermaker Spirit is ALWAYS high!

Internation experiences with study abroad opportunities and multicultural interactions and events.

This school is an accredited, well-known university. It has many opportunities for students and allows students to explore many diverse topics. Purdue University gives students the freedom to explore the world while becoming adequately prepared for the future.

My time at Purdue has been the best of my life so far. I realize in reflection that I have learned and grown so much in the community I have been a part of for the past four years. I encourage all incoming freshman to get out there and have a lot of fun if they attend Purdue. Get involved in one of our many clubs, spend all the time you can around new people, and find your true potential and loves. Purdue has wonderful opportunities to broaden your horizons through your time here. Make sure you grasp everything you can. College can be stressful, but at Purdue there are so many opportunities to make it a great time.