Purdue University Football
Purdue University (Purdue) · West Lafayette, Indiana · Public university
Purdue University Football coaches
Coaches at Purdue University who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.
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The program
Where Purdue University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Big Ten Conference
- Program level
- Elite Program
- Athletics site
- purduesports.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 14 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 83% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Purdue University in West Lafayette.
- Location
- West Lafayette, Indiana
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- America/Indiana/Indianapolis
- Website
- purdue.edu
About Purdue University Football
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Barry Odom, the Head Coach, leads the Purdue University Football staff of 49 coaches, verified September 2026. Purdue University (Purdue) competes in NCAA Division I Football as a member of the Big Ten Conference. Purdue University is a large public school in West Lafayette, Indiana with 58,658 undergraduates, a 50% acceptance rate and an average net price of $13,722 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Purdue University Football
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Barry Odom, the Head Coach and Cornell Ford, the Assistant Head Coach - Running Backs. Purdue University has 49 coaches for Football, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, 40-yard dash and key stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
- Send your videoInclude a Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Barry can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Purdue University typically score 1200–1480 on the SAT and 27–34 on the ACT, and testing is required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Purdue University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Purdue University Football FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Purdue University D1?
Yes. Purdue University competes in NCAA Division I Football, in the Big Ten Conference.
Is Purdue University public or private?
Purdue University is a public school in West Lafayette, Indiana.
What conference is Purdue University Football in?
The Big Ten Conference.
Does Purdue University offer athletic scholarships for Football?
Purdue University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Purdue University Football have?
49 coaches, led by Barry Odom, the Head Coach.
How much does Purdue University cost?
In-state tuition is $9,718 and out-of-state tuition is $28,520 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $13,722.
What is the Purdue University acceptance rate?
50% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Purdue University?
Admitted students typically score 1200–1480 on the SAT and 27–34 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Purdue University Football coaches?
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Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.