Admissions Overview
The admission process at DePauw University has a 54% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. DePauw University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
54%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
7,197
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
13%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at DePauw University has a 54% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at DePauw 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
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredOther 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 DePauw University. About 52% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,140 to 1,430. Additionally, about 6% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 26 to 31.
SAT Scores
52% of students submitted400
1600
1140 – 1430
200
800
570 – 680
200
800
570 – 750
ACT Scores
6% of students submitted1
36
26 – 31
1
36
24 – 33
1
36
26 – 33
Admission Statistics
7,197 students applied to DePauw. Of those, 54% were accepted (3,891 students). Of these 3,891 accepted students, 500 chose to enroll.
7,197
Total Applicants
3,891
Students Admitted
500
Students Enrolled
54%
Acceptance Rate