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Fields of Study

  • Business

  • Communication

  • Computing and Digital Media

  • Education

  • Law

  • Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

  • Science and Health

  • Music

  • Theatre

Good to Know

DePaul University is a private, Catholic research university in Chicago. Founded by the Vincentians in 1898, the university takes its name from the 17th-century French priest Saint Vincent de Paul. In 1998, it became the largest Catholic university by enrollment in North America.

Rankings

137

(National U)

Location

Chicago, IL

Personal Statement

Not required

English Proficiency

80

TOEFL

6.5

IELTS

115

DET

Intakes

Fall: September

Winter*: January

Spring*: March

Summer*: June​

*Transfer students only

Enrollment

14,134

Application Method(s)

Common App

(Freshmen only)

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Online App

(Transfers only)

Fees

$66,126

Total

$43,665 / $22,461

Tuition / Living

Acceptance Rate

69%

CGPA

2.0-2.5

(Transfer)

SAT / ACT

Optional

Scholarship

Deadlines

Freshman

Transfer

Fall:

November 15 (Early Action)

February 1 (Regular)

Fall:

April 1 (Priority)

July 1 (Regular)

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Winter:

September 1 (Priority)

October 1 (Regular)

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Spring:

January 1 (Priority)

February 15 (Regular)

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Summer:

March 1 (Priority)

April 15 (Regular)

Some majors have specific deadlines,

click here for more info

updated August 2023

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