Purdue University Housing Options: A Comprehensive Guide
Choosing the right housing is a crucial element of the college experience. For students attending Purdue University, a variety of housing options are available, each offering unique benefits and catering to different needs and preferences. This guide explores the on-campus and off-campus housing choices at Purdue University and Purdue University Northwest (PNW), providing a detailed overview to help students make informed decisions.
On-Campus Housing at Purdue University
Purdue University’s main campus in West Lafayette offers a diverse range of on-campus housing, including traditional residence halls and apartment-style living. These options aim to create a supportive and engaging community for students.
Traditional Residence Halls
Traditional residence halls such as Shreve Hall, Harrison Hall, Earhart Hall and Owen Hall are popular choices, especially among first-year students.
Shreve Hall: Known for its vibrant community and spacious rooms, Shreve Hall is a favorite among first-year and continuing students.
Harrison Hall: Harrison Hall is known for its bustling environment and active residence life. "Harrison is a good time," according to r/Purdue.
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Owen Hall: Owen Hall offers a quieter, more academic-focused experience for undergraduates.
Apartment-Style Living
For upperclassmen and graduate students seeking more independence, Purdue offers apartment-style living in residence halls like Hawkins Hall.
- Hawkins Hall: Designed for upperclassmen and graduate students who want apartment-style living. "Hawkins is low-key awesome for grad students," according to r/Purdue.
Other On-Campus Options
- Purdue Village: Details about Purdue Village are not provided in the text.
- Aspire at Discovery Park: Aspire offers modern, amenity-rich housing just south of campus.
Off-Campus Housing Near Purdue University
For students seeking alternatives to on-campus living, several off-campus housing options are available near Purdue University. These options often provide more independence and varied amenities.
Luxury Student Housing
Victory on Salisbury offers luxury off-campus Purdue student housing packed with in-unit amenities that make college life enjoyable and stress-free. Victory on Salisbury is transforming the heart of West Lafayette with its elevated boutique residences.
- Location: A two-minute walk to the Purdue University campus.
Other Off-Campus Apartments
Specific details about other off-campus apartments near Purdue University are not provided in the text.
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Purdue University Northwest (PNW) Housing Options
Purdue University Northwest (PNW) offers on-campus housing at its Hammond Campus, providing students with a convenient and community-focused living experience. PNW is expanding housing options by building a third residence hall on Hammond Campus.
University Village
University Village offers a variety of floor plans to suit different student needs.
Room Types: University Village offers four distinct room types.
4 Bedroom Floor Plan: The 4-bedroom floor plan features two bathrooms and a central living and kitchen space.
Room Types and Rates at PNW
PNW offers a variety of living options with distinct room types. The prices listed below reflect the full academic year costs for 2025-26.
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Suites: Several suite options are available, each with different room configurations and amenities.
6-Person Suite with Bunked Double Room: This room offers a bunked bedroom for two students and shares a bathroom with 3 students. There are 6 students total in the suite who share the common area and kitchen. This option is located on the first floor of Griffin Hall and, as of January 2024, will also be available on the first floor of Peregrine Hall as well. These rooms are available for first-year students (new to PNW students).
6-Person Suite with Private Bedroom: This room offers a private bedroom and shares a bathroom with 3 other students (it shares a side with the double room). There are 6 students total in the suite who share the common area and kitchen. This option is located on the first floor of Griffin Hall and, as of January 2024, will also be available on the first floor of Peregrine Hall as well. These rooms are available for first-year students (new to PNW students).
4-Person Suite with Private Bedrooms: This room offers a private bedroom and shares a bathroom with one other student. There are 4 students total in the suite who share the common area and kitchen.
2-Person Suite with Private Bedrooms: This room offers a private bedroom and shares a bathroom with one other student. There are 2 students total in the suite who share the common area and kitchen.
Note: Two-bedrooms are only available in Griffin Hall; you will be assigned a four-bedroom if there are no two-bedrooms available.
Costs: The costs vary depending on the room type and contract length.
$3,090.50 each semester (applied each semester)
Four-Bedroom Suite Spring contract: $3,436.50*
Two-Bedroom Suite Spring contract: $4,000.00*
Four-Bedroom Double Suite Spring contract: $2,404.00*
Four-Bedroom Single Suite Spring contract: $2,888.50*
Note: Two-bedrooms are only available in Griffin Hall; you will be assigned a four-bedroom if there are no two-bedrooms available.
Four-bedroom Summer-Only contract: $2,063.00**
Two-bedroom Summer-Only contract: $2,400.00**
Want to Add the Summer Term to Your Current Contract?
Please complete and submit a Summer Extension Form which will be available in January 2026. This form is Due April 11, 2026. If not completed, the above totals will be the rate for the summer.
There will be up to a $200.00 charge to add the summer to your current contract. The prices for adding the summer through the Summer Addition Form will be as follows (not including the $200.00 charge):
Four-bedroom Summer Extension contract: $1,375.00**
Two-bedroom Summer Extension contract: $1,600.00**
** Summer location (building) will change and may not always have two-bedroom availability.
$2,888.50 each semester (applied each semester)
Four-Bedroom Suite Spring contract: $3,211.50*
Two-Bedroom Suite Spring contract: $3,738.50*
Four-Bedroom Double Suite Spring contract: $2,246.50*
Four-Bedroom Single Suite Spring contract: $2,888.50*
Please note: Two-bedrooms are only available in Griffin Hall; you will be assigned a four-bedroom if there are no two-bedrooms available.
Four-bedroom Summer-Only contract: $1,928.00**
Two-bedroom Summer-Only contract: $2,243.00**
Want to Add the Summer Term to Your Current Contract?
Please complete and submit a Summer Extension Form which will be available in January 2025. This form is Due April 20, 2025. If not completed, the above totals will be the rate for the summer.
There will be up to a $200.00 charge to add the summer to your current contract. The prices for adding the summer through the Summer Addition Form will be as follows (not including the $200.00 charge):
Four-bedroom Summer Extension contract: $1,285.00**
Two-bedroom Summer Extension contract: $1,495.00**
** Summer location (building) will change and may not always have two-bedroom availability. Student’s summer charges will reflect their summer assignment and will be adjusted if needed.
Living Learning Communities
PNW also offers Living Learning Communities.
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