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Ivy Tech Community College vs Purdue University Global

ADN programs compared — side-by-side on NCLEX pass rates, tuition, admissions, and format.

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
Ivy Tech Community College
$4,912 vs $10,110

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

Ivy Tech Community College
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Purdue University Global
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeADNADN
Formatin personin person
LocationIndianapolis, INWest Lafayette, IN
Length24 months24 months
NCLEX pass rate88%
Acceptance rate
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance examTEAS
Total tuition$4,912 in / $9,465 outBEST$10,110 in / $14,421 out
In-state tuition$4,912BEST$10,110
Out-of-state tuition$9,465BEST$14,421
Clinical placement
AccreditationSCORECARD_BASELINESCORECARD_BASELINE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Ivy Tech Community College or Purdue University Global?

Ivy Tech Community College is the more affordable option at roughly $4,912, compared to $10,110. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are Ivy Tech Community College and Purdue University Global the same type of program?

Both are ADN programs, so they award the same credential. Compare them on NCLEX pass rate, tuition, length, and location to find the better fit.

How do I decide between Ivy Tech Community College and Purdue University Global?

Start by ruling out programs you can't get into (compare your GPA against each school's admissions stats), then weight what matters most — NCLEX pass rate for quality, total tuition for cost, length for time-to-degree, and format (online, hybrid, in-person) for lifestyle. Use NurseWay's free intake to get a personalized fit score for both.

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