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Enrollment Deposit

How much is DePaul's enrollment deposit?

DePaul University requires a deposit of $200 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

28.60%

DePaul University is in the top 28.60% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

51.10%

DePaul University is in the top 51.10% of colleges in the state of Illinois for deposit cost. 22.03% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

22.10%

DePaul University is in the top 22.10% of Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 14.62% ofprivate colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

DePaul University educates a diverse community of 20,917 students, with 14,134 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 6,783 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

20,917


Total Undergraduates

14,134

Total Graduates

6,783


Full-Time vs Part-Time

85% Full-Time

15% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at DePaul University has a 70% acceptance rate. DePaul University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1190 and the average ACT score is 26.


Acceptance Rate

70%


SAT

Students submitting SAT

43%

Total Score

400

1600

10701300

Reading and Writing

200

800

550660

Math

200

800

520640

ACT

Students submitting ACT

19%

Composite Score

0

36

2430

English

0

36

2433

Math

0

36

2127

Location

Located in Chicago, IL, DePaul University offers students a vibrant urban experience with all the advantages of a major metropolitan area.


City

Chicago


County

Cook County


State

Illinois


Country

United States


Urbanization

City: Large

About

DePaul University features a student-focused approach with a 17 : 1 student-faculty ratio, Roman Catholic values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

17 : 1


Religious Affiliation

Roman Catholic


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above


Cost

DePaul University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $32,151 with 89% of students receiving financial assistance including 32% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$32,151


Received Aid

89%


Pell Recipients

32%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $44,460

Out-of-State: $44,460

Demographics

The DePaul University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 63% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
6,325 (45%)
Women
7,809 (55%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
71 (1%)
18-19
5,107 (36%)
20-21
5,269 (37%)
22-24
2,169 (15%)
Over 25
1,517 (11%)

Outcomes

DePaul University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 71% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

71%

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