YOU just made an amazing step toward your academic and professional success by choosing the Purdue School of Engineering and Technology, IUPUI!
How can I apply to study engineering and technology at IUPUI?
Just follow the Admissions link and you're on your way of becoming a new member of this exciting educational community.
What is the difference between Engineering and Engineering Technology?
Engineering is more theoretical and focuses on new innovation and design. Higher level math and science courses are required.
Engineering Technology is more hands on focusing on the implementation and extension of existing technologies. Math and science courses are required, but the focus is on application as opposed to theory as in an engineering program.
What are the admission requirements for the Purdue School of Engineering and Technology, IUPUI?
Direct Admission Requirements for Undergraduate Programs:
Engineering
Core 40, Academic Honors, or
8 semesters of mathematics including pre-calculus, trigonometry, or math analysis. Calculus is encouraged.
8 semesters of English
6 semesters of Science with labs including a year of Chemistry. Physics is encouraged
6 semesters of Social Science
4 semesters of additional college prep courses selected from mathematics, English, Science, foreign language, and social sciences.Must have minimum SAT scores of 550 math and 480 verbal/critical reading or ACT scores of 24 math and 20 English. Completion of the writing section is required.
Technology
Core 40, Academic Honors, or8 semesters of mathematics, including pre-calculus, trigonometry, or math analysis. Calculus is encouraged
8 semesters of English
6 semesters of Science with labs. Physics and chemistry are encouraged.
6 semesters of Social Science
4 semesters of additional college prep courses selected from mathematics, English, Science, foreign language, and social sciences.
Must have a minimum SAT score of 500 math and 450 verbal/critical reading or ACT scores of 21 math and 19 English. Completion of the writing section is required.
What if I don’t meet these direct admission requirements? Can I still study an engineering or technology program?
Students who do not meet these direct admission requirements may have the opportunity to enter IUPUI through University College while they work toward their goals and meet the requirements of the Purdue School of Engineering and Technology.
I've already been admitted to the Purdue School of Engineering and Technology, IUPUI, so what do I do next?
First, be sure to read your admission letter carefully. It provides important information regarding your student orientation session and future enrollment. Next, the School of Engineering and Technology Office of Student Services would be delighted to hear from you and your plans to enroll. If you like, they can put you in touch with a School of Engineering and Technology student ambassador. (A student’s perspective can be so helpful!) They will also be happy to answer other questions that you may have regarding the School of Engineering and Technology and the IUPUI campus as well.
The School of Engineering and Technology New Student Academic Advising Center will be available to assist you with developing your plan of study and choosing your classes. Typically, freshman students meet with the New Student Academic Advising Center staff during orientation.
How do I register for orientation?
Click here to get additional important advice regarding registering for orientation, opening an IUPUI email account, paying for college, etc.
