Admissions Overview
The admission process at DePaul University has a 70% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. DePaul University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
70%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
31,785
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
13%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at DePaul University has a 70% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at DePaul University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Other Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at DePaul University. About 43% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,070 to 1,300. Additionally, about 19% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 24 to 30.
SAT Scores
43% of students submitted400
1600
1070 – 1300
200
800
550 – 660
200
800
520 – 640
ACT Scores
19% of students submitted1
36
24 – 30
1
36
24 – 33
1
36
21 – 27
Admission Statistics
31,785 students applied to DePaul. Of those, 70% were accepted (22,302 students). Of these 22,302 accepted students, 2,968 chose to enroll.
31,785
Total Applicants
22,302
Students Admitted
2,968
Students Enrolled
70%
Acceptance Rate