Admissions Overview
The admission process at DePaul University has a 74% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. DePaul University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
74%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
32,176
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
12%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at DePaul University has a 74% 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
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
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 29% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,130 to 1,340. Additionally, about 11% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 26 to 31.
SAT Scores
29% of students submitted400
1600
1130 – 1340
200
800
570 – 680
200
800
560 – 660
ACT Scores
11% of students submitted1
36
26 – 31
1
36
25 – 33
1
36
23 – 33
Admission Statistics
32,176 students applied to DePaul. Of those, 74% were accepted (23,660 students). Of these 23,660 accepted students, 2,943 chose to enroll.
32,176
Total Applicants
23,660
Students Admitted
2,943
Students Enrolled
74%
Acceptance Rate