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DePaul University

Chicago, IL • private • I | Big East
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Acceptance
73.5%
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Grad Rate
70%
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Cost
$65,394

Overview

Institution Type
private
Campus Setting
Urban
Student Population
Undergrad: 15,813 • Total: 24,433
Academic Calendar
Quarter
Honors College/Program
Yes
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Address
1 E Jackson Blvd
Chicago, IL
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Website
www.depaul.edu
Region
Midwest
Carnegie Classification
R2: Doctoral Universities – High Research Activity

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 7,162 (45.3%) • Female: 8,651 (54.7%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 1,915 12.1%
Black/African American 1,280 8.1%
Hispanic/Latino 3,802 24.0%
White 7,155 45.2%
Two or More Races 714 4.5%
International 590 3.7%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
73.5%
23,660 admitted from 32,176 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
✓ Test Optional
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 570-680
Math: 560-660
Total: 1130-1340
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
26-31
Application Types Offered
EA RD
Application Requirements
—
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
EA: 11/15/2025
RD: 02/01/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
70.0%
4-Year Graduation Rate
56.0%
Freshman Retention Rate
87.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
18.3:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
$65,394
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
Tuition: $45,195
Room & Board
$19,095
Books & Supplies
$1,104
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $27,359
$30,001-48,000 $25,950
$48,001-75,000 $28,687
$75,001-110,000 $31,057
$110,001+ $37,092
Students Receiving Pell Grants
90%
Average Grant/Scholarship Aid
$32,129

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Conference
Big East
Men's Sports (5)
Basketball Golf Soccer Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
Women's Sports (6)
Basketball Soccer Softball Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements
3.0 GPA / 28 ACT
In-State Awards
$1,000-$33,000/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$1,000-$33,000/yr
Multi-Year Awards
$100,000 total
4 automatic scholarships (19 total)
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Common questions about DePaul University

What is DePaul University's acceptance rate?
DePaul University accepts 74% of applicants, from 32,176 applications.
How much does DePaul University cost?
Tuition and fees are $45,195. Families earning under $30,000 pay $27,359 on average after aid.
Does DePaul University require SAT or ACT scores?
DePaul University does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission.
What ACT score do you need for DePaul University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 26 and 31 on the ACT.
What is DePaul University's graduation rate?
70% of students graduate within six years.