Trade and career programs at Purdue University Global
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical billing and coding | Certificate | 486 | $34,120 | $37,546 | $14,750 |
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 121 | $34,235 | $38,055 | $20,000 |
| Paralegal | Associate degree | 58 | $42,459 | $41,127 | $27,138 |
| Paralegal | Certificate | 17 | $28,160 | $39,788 | $8,170 |
Purdue University Global cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $10,095 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $19,551 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $5,956 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $5,956 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | Not reported |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | Not reported |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | Not reported |
| Over $110,000 | Not reported |
Program prices often differ from the school-wide figure, and tools, uniforms or licensing exams can add to them. Ask the school for the full price of the program you want.
Outcomes and students
- Former students earned a median of $42,322 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $25,625 in federal student loans.
- 52% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Purdue University Global cost?
Tuition and fees are $10,095 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $5,956 in 2024-25.
How much do Purdue University Global graduates earn?
Paralegal associate degree graduates had the highest median earnings of the programs we track: $42,459 one year after finishing.
Is Purdue University Global accredited?
Purdue University Global is accredited by Higher Learning Commission, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- Ivy Tech Community College, Indianapolis: $5,154 a year
- University of Southern Indiana, Evansville: $10,791 a year
- Vincennes University, Vincennes: $7,126 a year
- MyComputerCareer at Indianapolis, Indianapolis: $17,271 a year
- Lincoln College of Technology-Indianapolis, Indianapolis: $37,767 a year
- Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Indianapolis, Indianapolis: $13,284 a year
More: all trade schools in Indiana · Purdue University Global on the College Scorecard
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.