DePauw University
About DePauw University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
DePauw University is a private liberal arts university in Greencastle, Indiana. It offers programs in economics, communications, music, and the sciences, with a 79% graduation rate and notable alumni including several Fortune 500 CEOs.
Founded
1837
Location
Greencastle, Indiana
Students
1,905
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
57.2%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
74.7%
Near national average
Tuition
$59,070
Per year
Avg Net Price
$22,264
After financial aid
SAT Average
1340
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$70,527
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
57.2 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
Nov 1
Regular
Feb 1
DePauw University accepts 57.2% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1340/ 1600
ACT Scores
28/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
74.7% complete their degree within six years
Retention
88.6%
4-Year Grad
79%
6-Year Grad
83%
Teaching Quality
9:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
85.4%
$/Student
$24.4K
Class Size
Small
79% of students graduate on time, and 85.4% of courses are taught by full-time faculty. That personal instruction helps keep students on track.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$59,070
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$15,330
Books & Supplies
$950
Total Cost of Attendance
$74,320
After Financial Aid
$22,264
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$11,820
Receive Grants
16.4%
Take Loans
31.7%
Don't let the $59,070 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $22,264 after financial aid, a 62% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $11,820.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at DePauw University fund their education.
While in School
16.4%
Get Grants
Free money
31.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$82,288
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$27,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$286/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $27,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $71K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends DePauw University.
Gender
50.1%
Female
50%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,905
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
16.4%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
0.2%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (50% women, 50% men). 16.4% are first-generation college students. 22.6% international students bring global perspectives to campus life.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,905
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Liberal Arts
Classification
What This College Offers
4-1-4 calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
DePauw University fields 12 varsity teams with 804 student athletes, about 42% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
North Coast
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
12
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
804
42% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
61% / 39%
488
Men
316
Women
9
Men's Teams
10
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of DePauw Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$70,527
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Computer Science
$70K
46 grads
1yr Earnings
Communication and Media Studies
$43K
44 grads
1yr Earnings
Economics
$63K
39 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
30 grads
Public Health
—
22 grads
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies
$32K
20 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $58K at six years, $53K at eight, and $71K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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