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DePaul University

Chicago, IL

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Median Earnings
$68,751
10 years after enrollment
Grad Rate
68.9%
6-year completion
Students
14,090
Undergraduate enrollment
Admit Rate
75.9%
Acceptance rate

Annual Cost Breakdown

Full Sticker Price

$63,052/yr

Tuition + fees + room + board + books. What you pay with no financial aid.

Avg After Grants

$30,902/yr

What students who received federal/institutional grants actually paid on average. Varies by family income.

Tuition Only

$45,999/yr

Tuition only — does not include room, board, or fees.

💡 The “Avg After Grants” is an average across all students who received aid — your actual cost depends on your family income. Use the school's Net Price Calculator for a personalized estimate.

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after grants — by income bracket. Source: U.S. Dept of Education, AY 2022–23.

Under $30k/yr income$27,359/yr
$30k–$48k/yr income$25,950/yr
$48k–$75k/yr income$28,687/yr
$75k–$110k/yr income
Over $110k/yr income$37,092/yr

These are averages for aid recipients. Your exact cost depends on your specific FAFSA results. Estimate yours on studentaid.gov →

Admissions & Outcomes

Acceptance Rate
75.9%
1-Year Retention
85.5%
Pell Grant Recipients
31.8%
First-Generation Students
30.2%

Acceptance Rate

75.9%

Accessible — open to a wide range of applicants.

Top Programs

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Computer Science
Engineering
Health Sciences
Biology / Life Sci

% of bachelor's degrees awarded in each field

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Program Rankings

Official program-level rankings (US News, QS, Forbes) are not available through a free public API. The Earnings by Major section below is the best free proxy — it shows real median salaries 2 years after graduation for each program at this school, sourced directly from federal earnings data.

Frequently Asked Questions about DePaul University

How much does DePaul University cost?

The average net price at DePaul University after grants and scholarships is $30,902 per year. The full sticker price before aid is $63,052/yr. Your actual cost depends on your family income — use the school's Net Price Calculator for a personalized estimate.

What is the graduation rate at DePaul University?

The 6-year graduation rate at DePaul University is 68.9%. The 1-year retention rate is 85.5%. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What is the acceptance rate at DePaul University?

The acceptance rate at DePaul University is 75.9%. Accessible — open to a wide range of applicants.

What do DePaul University graduates earn?

The median earnings of students who attended DePaul University 10 years after enrollment is $68,751. Earnings vary significantly by major — see the Earnings by Major section above for program-specific data. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Is DePaul University a good school?

Whether DePaul University is the right fit depends on your major, budget, and priorities. Key facts: 69% graduation rate, average net price of $30,902/year, median graduate earnings of $68,751 at 10 years. Use our free Fit Score quiz to see how this school ranks against your specific needs.

Data from U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, AY 2022–23 (updated November 2025). Earnings reflect median 10-year outcomes for all students who enrolled.