DePaul University is a private, Catholic research university in Chicago, Illinois. It was named one of the Best 386 Colleges in the U.S. by The Princeton Review’s Best (2021). DePaul is committed to an educational experience that weaves together mind, place, people, and heart. DePaul offers a wide range of subjects - more than 300 undergraduate majors and graduate programs. Many of DePaul’s professors work in Chicago as consultants, researchers, and entrepreneurs and incorporate their classroom experiences. DePaul nurtures diversity and welcomes students from 49 states and 136 countries.
DePaul University was first established in 1898 as St. Vincent’s College before it was chartered as DePaul University in 1907.
DePaul University is located in the exciting city of Chicago, Illinois, in the USA. It has two campuses: the Loop Campus is based in the heart of Chicago’s largest business district, and the other campus is situated in Lincoln Park, a residential and retail centre of Chicago next to Lake Michigan.
DePaul University is a highly respected institution accredited by the Higher Learning Commission as well as many specialized associations and organizations, including the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business – International (AACSB) and the Council on Education for Public Health.
DePaul offers more than 130 undergraduate majors, and its degrees include Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Business, and Bachelor of Fine Arts. There are over 175 graduate degree programs, which include Master of Arts, Master of Science, Master of Business Administration, Master of Fine Arts, Master of Public Health, and Doctorate and Master of Laws degrees.
International students can join DePaul through the Global Gateway Program, which is available for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. You can also apply via direct admission, for both undergraduate and postgraduate studies.
DePaul University, located in Chicago, is a well-respected research university with a focus on inclusivity, personalism, and professionalism. Many of DePaul’s professors work in Chicago as consultants, researchers, and entrepreneurs, and bring their experience and expertise into the classroom.DePaul celebrates diversity, attracting students from 136 countries. This is a university where individual success and community spirit are treated with equal importance. Here are some facts to help you decide if DePaul University is the best choice for you:
DePaul University offers a wide range of courses and programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The courses are offered in various disciplines such as law, business, management, etc. DePaul University has a total of 10 colleges across our two campuses:
Given below are some of the academic departments of DePaul University:
| Accounting | Biology |
| Communication | Chemistry |
| Art | Science |
| Management | Data Science |
| Business | History |
| Graphic Design | Psychology |
International students applying for admission at DePaul University are eligible for financial aid in the form of scholarships and awards. Listed below are some of the funding options provided to international students at DePaul University:
Global Gateway Program
Direct Admit
DePaul University offers a range of accommodation options to suit the student’s needs, from semi-suites to four-bedroom apartments. Students can also choose from various meal plans. Please see the table below for a comprehensive list of our accommodation and meal plan types and the associated costs.
Housing Cost
| University Center Housing Costs | Per Quarter (per resident) | 3-Quarter GGP Pricing |
|---|---|---|
| Quad Semi-Suite | $3,442 | $10,326 |
| Semi-Suite Deluxe Double | $3,904 | $11,712 |
| ?Private Room Suite | $5,032 | $15,096 |
| Two-Bedroom Apartment (four-person) | $4,116 | $12,330 |
| Four-Bedroom Apartment (four-person) | $5,038 | $15,114 |
| Studio Apartment | $5,768 | $17,304 |
Meal Plan Costs
| University Center Meal Plan Costs | Per Quarter | 3-Quarter GGP Pricing |
|---|---|---|
| Basic (10 Meals Per Week) | $1,116 | $3,348 |
| Standard (15 Meals Per Week) | $1,440 | $4,320 |
| Apartment (150 Meals Per Academic Year) | Flat Rate - Academic Year | $1,900 |
Undergraduate students who have successfully completed the Global Gateway Program may live off-campus. Graduate students are also not required to live on campus.
Chicago Housing
Here are links to off-campus housing:
DePaul University offers many undergraduate and graduate programs to students of different nationalities. The current student population is 14,145 undergraduates and 7,777 graduate students – of these, 1,308 are international students. The table shown below indicates the number of students studying at DePaul.
| Student Population | 14,145 undergraduates 7,777 graduate students From 49 states and 136 countries 1,308 international students – Most common countries of origin: China, India, Mexico, Poland, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Canada, Korea, Brazil |
| Degree Programs | 130+ undergraduate majors 175+ graduate programs |
| Student-to-Faculty Ratio | 16:1 with fewer than 40 students in the average class |
| Classes Taught By Faculty Members, Not Teaching Assistants | 97% |
DePaul offers many subjects, many of which are highly ranked. Our Game Design graduate program is #25 and our entrepreneurship graduate program is #19. Please see the table below for a full list of DePaul’s national rankings.
| Location | Chicago |
| National Rankings | #124 in National Universities and #59 in Best Value Schools (U.S. News & World Report, 2021) Best 386 Colleges (The Princeton Review, 2021) |
| Program-Specific Rankings | U.S. News & World Report Rankings (2021) #97 business programs – undergraduate #52 accounting program – undergraduate #191 computer science programs – undergraduate #147 computer science programs – graduate The Princeton Review Rankings (2021) #32 entrepreneurship program – undergraduate #19 entrepreneurship program - graduate #41 game design program – undergraduate #25 game design program - graduate |
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Student-Faculty Ratio 16:1 |
Male-Female Ratio 48:52 |
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International Students 10,930 |
Total Enrolment 22,769 |
For admission requirements and application details for each program, please see the table below.
| Program | TOEFL iBT | IELTS | DUOLINGO | PTE | VERSANT | GPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard GGP (3 Quarters) | 68 | 5.5 | 95 | 48 | 65 (no subscore below 42) | 2.3 (2.5 for College of Education) |
| Extended GGP (4 Quarters) | 55 | 5.0 | 85 | 44 | 61 (no subscore below 37) | |
| Extended Plus GGP (1 Quarter ESL + 4 Quarters GGP) | 50 | 4.5 | 80 | 37 | 58 (no subscore below 35) | |
| 1-Quarter PSE + Extended GGP | 40 | 4.0 | 70 | 30-36 | 47-57 | |
| 2-Quarter PSE + Extended GGP | 32 | 3.5 | 65 | Not Accepted | 36-46 | |
| Direct Admission | 80 | 6.5 | 110 | 53 | Not Accepted | 2.75 |
College of Computing and Digital Media – Grad GGP & DA
| Intake | TOEFL | IELTS | DUOLINGO | PTE | VERSANT | GPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard GGP (2 Quarters) | 70 | 6.0 | 95 | 48 | Not Accepted | 2.3 |
| Extended GGP (3 Quarters) | 60 | 5.5 | 90 | 44 | Not Accepted | |
| Pre-Sessional English (1-4 Quarters) | 32 to 55 | 3.5 to 5.0 | 65 to 85 | 30 to 43 (Not Accepted for 4 QT PSE) | 36 to 64 | |
| Direct Admission | 80 (no subscore< 17) | 6.5 | 110 | 53 | Not Accepted | 2.5 (3.0 for Creative Producing MFA) |
Kellstadt Graduate School of Business – Grad GGP & DA
| Intake | TOEFL | IELTS | DUOLINGO | PTE | VERSANT | GPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard GGP (2 Quarters) | 70 | 6.0 | 95 | 48 | Not Accepted | 2.75 (2.4 for Business Analytics MS) |
| Extended GGP (3 Quarters) | 60 | 5.5 | 90 | 44 | Not Accepted | |
| Pre-Sessional English (1-4 Quarters) | 32 to 55 | 3.5 to 5.0 | 65 to 85 | 30 to 43 (Not Accepted for 4 QT PSE) | 36 to 64 | |
| Direct Admission | 80 (no subscore< 20) | 7.0 (no subscore below 6.5) | 110 | 53 | Not Accepted | 3.0 (2.5 Business Analytics MS) |
Graduate Direct Admission – Other Schools
| Graduate School | TOEFL | IELTS | DUOLINGO | PTE | GPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School of Music The Theatre School | 80 (no subscore below 17) | 6.5 | 110 | 53 | 2.5 |
| College of Science and Health |
80 (no subscore below 17) Applied Math MS and Applied Statistics MS; 96 Chemistry MS |
6.5 Applied Math MS and Applied Stats MS; 7.5 Chemistry MS | Not Accepted | Not Accepted | 2.5 |
| College of Communication | 96 TOEFL (no subscore below 22) | 7.5 | Not Accepted | Not Accepted | 2.5 |
| College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, College of Education, School of Public Service |
96 | 7.5 | Not Accepted | Not Accepted | 2.5 |
Acceptance Rate |
Minimum Score
TOEFL Requirements
Min. 80
Minimum Score
IELTS Requirements
Min. 6.5
Application Website
Accepts Direct Application
yes
Accepts Common Application
Yes
Total Applications
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Tuition fees vary depending on your level of study. Please see below for details:
Undergraduate Tuition Fees
Undergraduate Direct Admission
Graduate Tuition Fees
Graduate Direct Admission
| Degree Type | Tuition Fees |
|---|---|
| Diploma | - |
| Undergraduate | $40,050 |
| Post Graduate | $30,825 |
DePaul University doesn’t charge an application fee. Please see the table below for application opening and closing dates - Apply here.
Fall 2022 Important Dates
| Program | Application Deadline | Confirmation Deadline | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate GGP Pre-Sessional English (2 Quarter) | July 14 (On Campus and Online) | August 1 (On Campus and Online) | September 8 | November 23 |
| Undergraduate DA | July 14 (On Campus) August 9 (Online) | August 1 (On Campus) August 17 (Online) | ||
| Graduate GGP Pre-Sessional English (1-4 Quarter) | June 30 (CDM On Campus) July 5 (KGSB On Campus) July 14 (CDM/KGSB Online) | August 1 | ||
| Graduate DA | June 30 (CDM On Campus) July 5 (KGSB On Campus) August 3 (CDM/KGSB Online) | August 1 (On Campus) August 17 (Online) |
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline |
2022-01-15
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Costs to attend DePaul University vary a great deal depending on accommodation, personal expenses, books & supplies, and tuition fees. Find below for annual tuition fees and accommodation charges.
Undergraduate GGP
| UG GGP | Standard GPP 3-Quarter | Extended GPP 4-Quarter | Extended Plus GPP 5-Quarter | Pre-Sessional English |
| Tuition | $41,971 | $48,151 | $51,854 | $3,703 (Per Quarter) |
| Fees | $560 | $778 | $998 | $560 (3 Quarters) |
| Room & Board | $13,674 | $18,232 | $22,790 | $13,674 (3 Quarters) |
| Health Insurance | $677 | $902 | $1,125 | $677 (3 Quarters) |
| Total Costs | $56,882 | $68,063 | $76,767 | $18,614 |
Undergraduate Direct Admission
| Undergraduate Direct Admission | All Other Programs | School of Music & The Theatre School |
| Tuition | $41,361 | $42,651 |
| Fees | $467 | $467 |
| Room & Board | $16,200 | $21,600 |
| Health Insurance | $677 | $677 |
| Total Costs | $58,705 | $65,395 |
Graduate GGP
| Graduate GGP | CDM Standard Pathway 2-Quarter | CDM Extended Pathway 3-Quarter | KGSB Standard Pathway 2-Quarter | KGSB Extended Pathway 3-Quarter | Pre-Sessional English (Per Quarter) |
| Tuition | $18,025 | $21,620 | $20,600 | $24,195 | $3,703 (per quarter) |
| Health Insurance | $451 | $677 | $451 | $677 | $451 (2 quarters) |
| Total Costs | $18,476 | $22,297 | $21,051 | $24,872 | $4,154 |
Graduate Direct Admission
| Graduate Direct Admission | CDM | KGSB | College of Communication | College of Education & School of Continuing and Professional Studies |
| Annual Tuition (32 credits) |
$28,224 | $35,264 | $24,800 | $21,376 |
| Fees | $390 | $390 | $390 | $390 |
| Health Insurance | $677 | $677 | $677 | $677 |
| Total Costs | $29,291 | $36,331 | $25,867 | $22,443 |
| Graduate Direct Admission | College of Law | College of Liberal Arts and Sciences | College of Science and Health | School of Music | The Theatre School |
| Annual Tuition (32 credits) |
$49,644 (JD) $37,216 (MJ) |
$23,328 | $24,000 | $29,216 | $37,266 |
| Fees | $390 | $390 | $390 | $390 | $390 |
| Health Insurance | $677 | $677 | $677 | $677 | $677 |
| Total Costs | $50,711 (JD) $38,283 (MJ) |
$24,395 | $25,067 | $30,283 | $38,333 |
DePaul University offers a range of programs and the fees vary widely. The table below shows our popular programs along with their associated fees.
| Fees | Undergraduate | Graduate |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Total Credit Hours for Graduation | 192 | 45 |
| Average Credit Hours per Quarter | 12 to 16 | 12 to 16 |
| Estimated Length of Program | 4 years | 2 years |
| Estimated Total Tuition for Direct Admit Students (w/o Fees or Scholarships) | $165,442 | $56,448 (CDM) |
| Estimated Total Tuition for Completing Standard GGP + DePaul Degree (w/o Fees or Scholarships) | $166,054 | $46,249 (CDM) |
Course Fees: $22490 - $30825
Course Fees: $40050
Course Fees: $30825
Course Fees: $30825
Course Fees: $30825
For international admissions, the International Office is reachable at 1-312-362-8765 or naqueries@studygroup.com via email. The location and other contact details of the DePaul University are given below:
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