Purdue University

Purdue University was founded in 1869 and named after benefactor John Purdue, Purdue University began its journey with six instructors, 39 students and a mission to provide agriculture and mechanic arts education. Purdue's main campus is in West Lafayette, Indiana (126 miles southeast of Chicago, 65 miles north of Indianapolis). The statewide university system includes five campuses and numerous teaching and research sites.