Admissions Overview
The admission process at DePauw University has a 66% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. DePauw University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
66%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
5,708
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
14%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at DePauw University has a 66% 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
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
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 DePauw University. About 34% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,140 to 1,360. Additionally, about 19% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 24 to 31.
SAT Scores
34% of students submitted400
1600
1140 – 1360
200
800
570 – 670
200
800
570 – 690
ACT Scores
19% of students submitted1
36
24 – 31
1
36
24 – 33
1
36
23 – 28
Admission Statistics
5,708 students applied to DePauw. Of those, 66% were accepted (3,756 students). Of these 3,756 accepted students, 535 chose to enroll.
5,708
Total Applicants
3,756
Students Admitted
535
Students Enrolled
66%
Acceptance Rate