FORT WAYNE – Purdue University Fort Wayne has announced that as of March 17, the university is waiving all application fees and enrollment deposits for domestic undergraduate students applying for fall 2026.
The initiative eliminates the standard $30 application fee and the $50 enrollment deposit.
“At Purdue Fort Wayne, we believe that finances should never be a barrier to quality higher education,” said Michelle Kuhlhorst, associate vice chancellor for enrollment management. “By waiving these fees, we are opening doors for more students to access the outstanding educational opportunities we offer. We want every student who is interested in earning a Purdue University degree right here in Fort Wayne to feel encouraged and supported in their journey.”
In addition to the fee waivers, students with a high school GPA of 2.5 or higher – or a transfer GPA of 2.5 or higher – are also eligible for scholarships ranging from $500 to $3,000 annually…