Colleges / IL / Chicago

DePaul University

Private nonprofit Chicago, IL · Urban · Great Lakes · 100% data reported · Agent Insights

69%

Graduation Rate

$68,751

Earnings (10yr)

$30,902

Net Price

76%

Acceptance Rate

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Overview

DePaul University serves over 14,000 students in the heart of Chicago. With a graduation rate of 69%, students can expect a solid chance of completing their degrees. The school has an acceptance rate of 76%, making it accessible to a wide range of applicants.

According to Chetty/Opportunity Insights data, while specific mobility rates and economic connectedness for DePaul are not available, the earnings potential is promising. Graduates see a median income of $68,751 ten years after enrollment. This level of earnings suggests that students can find solid career pathways after graduation.

The cost of attendance is around $30,902, with a median debt of $23,168 for graduates. Students who thrive at DePaul often pursue programs in Business & Marketing, Visual & Performing Arts, and Computer Science & IT. The university's urban setting allows for numerous internship and job opportunities, enhancing the overall student experience.

Rankings

#3 Best Business Colleges in Illinois #8 Best Computer Science Colleges in Illinois #8 Best Communications Colleges in Illinois #8 Best Data Science Colleges in Illinois #9 Best MBA Programs in Illinois #18 Best Colleges in Illinois #21 Best Bachelor's Programs in Illinois #21 Best Master's Programs in Illinois

How DePaul Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

Cost & Financial Aid

$45,999

In-State Tuition

$45,999

Out-of-State

$30,902

Avg Net Price

$23,168

Median Debt

32%

Pell Grant Rate

46%

Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$27,359

Family Income $0–$30K

$25,950

Family Income $30K–$48K

$28,687

Family Income $48K–$75K

$37,092

Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$54,695

6 Years After Entry

$62,341

8 Years

$68,751

10 Years

0.34x

Debt-to-Earnings

75%

Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

285.54%

Mobility Rate

Bottom 20% → Top 20%

4301.8%

Success Rate

If bottom 20% get in

663.8%

From Bottom 20%

Share of students

$99,900

Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.77

Economic Connectedness

Cross-class friendships

0.00

Friending Bias

Lower = more inclusive

10.3%

Volunteering Rate

0.98

Support Ratio

Community support

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

0.279%

Inventor Rate

Total Patents

150

Total Citations

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 76%

Retention Rate 86%

SAT Average 1262

SAT Range 1140–1330

ACT Range 25–31

Full-Time Faculty 50%

Faculty Salary (mo) $12,717

Diversity Index 0.71

First-Gen Students 30%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 30%

Visual & Performing Arts 16%

Computer Science & IT 11%

Social Sciences 8%

Communications 8%

Psychology 6%

Health Professions 5%

Education 3%

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Quick Facts

Setting Urban

Region Great Lakes

Accreditor Higher Learning Commission

Predominant Degree Bachelor's

Student Body

Female

55%

White

44%

Hispanic

25%

Black

Asian

13%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

Opportunity Insights Patent Data

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