🇺🇸United StatesNatural Sciences4 yearsBachelor of ScienceNo IB minimum
Program Overview
A broad foundation in the life sciences, from genetics and ecology to neuroscience and cell biology, for careers in healthcare, research, biotechnology and public service, and for medical, dental and veterinary school. How competitive: for fall 2025, Purdue admitted 22% of its 16,327 international first-year applicants (43% of all 87,220). It has no overall IB minimum, gives HL no preference over SL and considers IB students with or without the full Diploma; it expects SAT, ACT or CLT scores. You apply to a specific major.
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Academic Requirements
Checked for 2026 entry — confirm on the university's site
Total IB Points
No IB minimum · holistic admission