DePauw University

Type	4 year, Private
Business Model	Non Profit
Campus locale	Town: Distant
Degrees offered	Undergraduate
Calendar system	4-1-4

Student body size	Small
Common app member	Yes
Dormitory capacity	1,300
Student to faculty ratio	9 to 1
Acceptance rate	65%
Students retention rate	88%
On-time graduation rate	83%

Located in Greencastle, Indiana, DePauw is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The university operates on a 4-1-4 calendar system, allowing students to engage in intensive study during the two shorter terms. This unique academic structure provides students with the opportunity to explore specialized areas of interest or complete internships, enhancing their overall educational experience.

DePauw University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 9-to-1, DePauw emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

DePauw boasts an impressive student retention rate of 88% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 66% and 74%, respectively.

Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
The institution provides on-campus housing
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Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

64.7%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$53,896

Cost of attendance at DePauw University in 2022 for students from Indiana.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Indiana's average	$8,887
National average	$30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$53,896

Cost of attendance at DePauw University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Indiana's average	$22,628
National average	$30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 99 of freshman students at DePauw University received on average $38,789 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$38,789

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	65	17%	$5,279	$343,121
Other Federal Grant	65	17%	$6,524	$424,071
State Grant/Scholarships	36	9%	$7,706	$277,398
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	377	99%	$36,929	$13,922,088
Total Grant & Scholarships	377	99%	$38,789	$14,623,557

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of DePauw University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of DePauw University students is 82.6%. Female students graduated at a rate of 84.5%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 80.6%.

82.6%

asian 87.5% 14 students
African American 82.1% 23 students
white 82.1% 354 students
unknown 85.7% 12 students
hispanic 81.8% 18 students
International Students 83.7% 36 students
Mixed Race 82.5% 33 students

Sport Conferences

Football North Coast Athletic Conference
Baseball North Coast Athletic Conference
Basketball North Coast Athletic Conference
Track and Cross Country North Coast Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

DePauw University provides the following additional services to its students

Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

DePauw University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

Study abroad
ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

Credit for military training

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