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Purdue IT — New to Purdue
Purdue IT’s official new-student page explains career-account activation, Microsoft multi-factor authentication, Purdue email, campus Wi-Fi, residence-hall internet, software, printing, and technology support.
Check before you act
Security and account-setup instructions can change. Follow Purdue IT’s current page and contact the Purdue IT Service Desk if identity verification is required.
Step-by-step guidance
- New student essentialsA compact orientation to the portals, campus map, support offices, and everyday services you are most likely to need first.
Use this when
- You are activating your Purdue account or setting up Microsoft MFA and email.
- You need official Wi-Fi, ResNet, URHome, printing, software, or IT support instructions.
This is not for
- Entering a Purdue password on BoilerCompass; BoilerCompass never collects Purdue credentials.
- Assuming West Lafayette ResNet or URHome instructions apply to Indianapolis or private housing; network guidance varies by campus and residence.
Prepare before opening
- New students may need their Purdue ID number and account-setup password.
- Use Purdue’s current Microsoft Authenticator MFA instructions rather than older third-party setup guides.