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West Lafayette, Indiana: Purdue University City and Innovation Hub
West Lafayette is located in west-central Indiana, USA, in tippecanoe county, across the Wabash River from Lafayette, and forms the centerpiece of the greater Lafayette metropolitan area. The city is known as the "Cradle City" because of the location of Purdue University's main campus - Purdue has a global reputation for its top engineering, aerospace, agriculture, and computer science programs, and more than 46,000 students contribute to the city's success. More than 46,000 students energize the city and contribute to an ecosystem of research and innovation and industry-academia-research integration. In addition to the education industry, West Lafayette is home to many technology companies, startups, and research institutions, creating a diversified economy with higher education at its core. With a comfortable pace of life, high safety index, and a cost of living below the national average, as well as excellent parks, cultural facilities, and a convenient transportation network (near the Indianapolis International Airport), the city is an ideal choice for study, work, and livability.
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