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DePaul University

Chicago, IL·Private·~76% acceptance

DePaul University is a private university based in Chicago, IL. It has fairly open admissions, accepting about 76% of applicants. The average net price after aid is about $30,902 per year. About 69% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $68,751 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$30,902/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $63,052
Aid cuts ~$32,150/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
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EA
Nov 15
RD

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Admissions
GPA range3.45–3.95
SAT (middle 50%)1140–1330
ACT (middle 50%)25–31
Test policyTest optional
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
69%
graduation rate
86%
freshman retention
$54,695
median earnings, 6yr
$68,751
median earnings, 10yr
Frequently asked questions
What is DePaul University's acceptance rate?
DePaul University admits about 76% of applicants.
How much does DePaul University cost?
At DePaul University, the average net price after aid is about $30,902 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $63,052 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for DePaul University?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 1140–1330 on the SAT and 25–31 on the ACT.
What are DePaul University's application deadlines?
DePaul University's deadline is Early Action around Nov 15. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.

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