Purdue major-specific acceptance rates?

Hey all, I've been checking Purdue out and I was wondering if the acceptance rates differ based on the major you apply for. For some reason, I can't find this info on their website or anywhere online. Does anyone have insights about this?

While it's true that Purdue University, like many other colleges, does not publish acceptance rates by major, it's fairly common understanding that competitive programs can have more stringent admissions requirements. Therefore, acceptance rates can effectively be different depending on the major you apply for.

Purdue is especially recognized for its STEM programs, and within that, the engineering program is particularly competitive. However, if you choose to pursue social sciences, humanities, or other less oversubscribed majors, it might be relatively less competitive.

For more precise data on major-specific acceptance rates, your best bet would be to contact Purdue’s admissions office directly to see if they can disclose any additional information. They might not be able to give exact numbers, but they may discuss the general competitiveness of different programs. Remember also that admissions are not solely based on choosing a certain major; academic achievement, extracurricular involvement, essays, and letters of recommendation all play a role in the admissions process. To boost your chances of admission, focus on making the rest of your application as strong as possible, no matter what program you aim to get into.