Purdue Polytechnic
Higher EducationIndiana, United States51-200 Employees
Purdue Polytechnic Institute is a mid-sized academic unit within Purdue University that focuses on technology-driven education and applied learning. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs across aviation, computing, construction management, engineering technology, technology leadership, and technology education, with many degrees available on Purdue’s main campus in West Lafayette and in nine Indiana communities. The curriculum blends theory with practical, project-based experiences and includes industry-sponsored capstone projects, internships, and certification activities to build both technical expertise and professional competencies. It traces its roots to 1964 as Purdue University’s School of Technology, later becoming the College of Technology and adopting its current name in 2015 as part of the Purdue Moves initiative. The broader Purdue Polytechnic ecosystem includes the Purdue Polytechnic High School, which opened in downtown Indianapolis in 2017 to extend a tech- and STEM-focused education approach. The institute aims to prepare graduates who can address real-world challenges and contribute to global technology and education leadership, supported by use-inspired research and a focus on problem solving, communication, and leadership.