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Purdue University Global
West Lafayette, Indiana · Public university · Training programs available:
Address: 2550 Northwestern Avenue, Suite 1100, West Lafayette, IN 47906 · Phone: (866) 522-7747 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Purdue University Global is a public trade/career school in West Lafayette, Indiana offering medical billing & coding and medical assistant programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, the state average completion rate is 65.5% though this campus's own rate isn't reported; median graduate debt is $26,078 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $36,596.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Purdue University Global; federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, and 47.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical records specialists | $38,270 | $47,670 | $60,820 |
| Medical assistants | $37,060 | $45,110 | $47,290 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Indiana (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 304 | $26,499 | $25,677 | $12,920 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 109 | $26,685 | $25,426 | $19,000 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | $26,499 | $25,677 | $12,920 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Purdue University Global is a public institution located in West Lafayette, Indiana, operating in a small-city setting. The school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, along with the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education and the National League for Nursing, Commission for Nurse Education Accreditation for its nursing tracks. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here (Title IV eligible). Among its trade-oriented offerings, the campus awards the most credentials in medical billing & coding (313 completions) and medical assistant programs (109 completions), out of 3 total trade program families and 422 trade completers.
Federal data shows a state average completion rate of 65.5%, though this campus's own completion rate compared to that average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt for graduates is $26,078, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $36,596. About 47.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With a large overall undergraduate enrollment of 30,828 and a concentration in medical billing/coding and medical assistant training, this campus may suit students seeking focused administrative or clinical-support career paths, though specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students, including adult career changers, should verify accreditation status directly with the Higher Learning Commission and review current outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Purdue University Global's trade-oriented offerings include medical billing & coding programs (313 completers) and medical assistant programs (109 completers), across 3 total program families.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional nursing-specific accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education and the National League for Nursing, Commission for Nurse Education Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school is Title IV eligible, meaning students can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The state average completion rate is 65.5%, but how this specific campus compares is not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is $26,078, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $36,596, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Purdue University Global is a public institution, which can affect tuition rates, aid eligibility, and institutional oversight compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (866) 522-7747 or visit its website for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?489779.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Fit for career changers cannot be confirmed from the available data since program lengths and schedules are not reported; prospective students should contact the school directly to discuss options.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; check with the school or relevant state licensing board.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Purdue University Global at (866) 522-7747 or through its website, https://www.purdueglobal.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; use the College Scorecard to compare institutions directly.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.