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74%
Open Admissions
70%
Graduation
About DePaul University
DePaul University is a private, non-profit four-year institution located in Chicago, Illinois. With an enrollment of approximately 14,283 undergraduate students, it is a mid-size institution. With an acceptance rate of 74%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate stands at a strong 70%. Graduates earn a median salary of $68,751 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $29,141 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
74%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
70%
Enrollment
14,283
Total students
Median Earnings
$68,751
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$44,460
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$44,460
Per year
Average Net Price
$29,141
After aid (avg)
SAT Range
N/A or test-optional
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
SAT Score Range (M+R)
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Score Range
26 – 31
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
Test-optional / N/A
SAT Math
25th
560
75th
660
200800
ACT Composite
25th
26
75th
31
136
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$44,460/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$29,141/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Below Avg4-Year Cost
$116,564
10-Year Earnings
$687,510
ROI Multiple
5.9×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at DePaul University
Student Outcomes
70%
Graduation Rate
Above national average
$69k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
14,283
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
