Discover a transformative education that ignites your curiosity and brings out your best. Whether you are studying in our nationally recognized College of Liberal Arts and Sciences or newly launched School of Business — both dedicated exclusively to undergraduate education — you will find unparalleled innovation, collaboration and hands-on learning with one of the smallest student-faculty ratios in the country. With 1,800 curious, compassionate students who lead by example and seek connection across differences, experience a sense of community like no other that extends to an incredibly engaged alumni network.

Recognized as a top 50 national liberal arts college, #16 most innovative and top 10 in study abroad, it’s no wonder that DePauw’s graduates are among the top 7% in lifetime career earnings.

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Application Deadline

February 1

Acceptance Rate

65%

SAT Range

1160-1420

ACT Range

24-31

Application Fee

SAT/ACT

Considered but not required

High School GPA

Required

Accepts Common App

Yes

Cost

Net Price

$27,348 / year

National

$15,523

Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.

Average Total Aid Awarded

$38,789 / year

National

$7,535

Students Receiving Financial Aid

99%

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Professors

A minus

Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.

Student Faculty Ratio

9:1

Evening Degree Programs

88%

of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 32 responses

54%

of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 39 responses

53%

of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 40 responses

Majors

Real world experience pays dividends.

Indy Sports Corporation. Second City in Chicago. The Today Show. These are just a few examples of recent DePauw student internship sites. One internship of this caliber could set you on a path to success; most DePauw students complete at least two internships. These experiences add up—and pay off. DePauw University graduates rank in the top 7 percent of career lifetime earnings.

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Students

Full-Time Enrollment

1,727 Undergrads

Part-Time Undergrads

Undergrads Over 25

Pell Grant

17%

Varsity Athletes

33%

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What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?

Based on 30 responses

Work hard. Play Hard.
40%
Balanced
33%
Determined
13%
Outgoing
7%
lazy
3%
Toxic
3%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus

78%

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71%

of students say that Greek life is pretty big. 51 responses

Poll

55%

of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life. 49 responses

Poll

What one word or phrase best describes your school?

Based on 29 responses

Work hard. Play hard.
59%
Wealthy
17%
A nightmare
7%
Dedicated
7%
Determined
7%
Underrated
3%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$54,000 / year

National

$33,028

Graduation Rate

83%

National

49%

Employed 2 Years After Graduation

93%

National

83%

94%

of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 18 responses

DePauw University Reviews

588 reviews

I really like having small classes (<30 people) as there’s more participation and interaction with professors, your fellow students, and the material you are learning. It doesn’t make you feel like you are just one fish in the ocean of students. Teachers know who you are and some will try to even get to know you outside of the classroom. The campus is also small, which can be a pro or a con, but it is definitely a pro when you don’t want to walk far or take a bus to get to classes (especially in the winter)! Everything is <20 minute walk. Almost everywhere you go, you see someone you know. Taking classes outside of your major and minor (as any liberal arts college values) is super beneficial as it opens you up to new perspectives and broadens your understanding of society. However, a few things I would like to see changed is DePauw being more transparent with the students and making a space for students input. As well as creating a better connection the the Greencastle community.

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Honestly DePauw was great. I think I genuinely got the best education possible while at this school, especially due to the emphasis on liberal arts. I do think that the pandemic meant that I missed a lot of opportunities, however. Missing out on internships and other important experiences set me back a bit when looking for a job after graduation. I did find a one though! Also, the library construction took a long time and left us with very limited study space options which was frustrating even if it really needed the update. I also got a lot of scholarship money that made attending worth it.

I had a fantastic four years at DePauw. The commitment from professors and small classes was outstanding. I think I had a much richer academic experience than many alums of more well know schools I've met since graduating. I was in greek life, but not that into the party scene. I instead was very engaged in other campus clubs and activities and quite studious. I really made the most of my time at DePauw and thoroughly enjoyed it! I think anyone willing to learn, plugin, and be engaged can find their place here and really get a lot of value from their experience.

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