Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 70.2%
- Average SAT
- 1,185
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,070–1,300
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 27
- Total Enrollment
- 14,283
Admissions Overview
DePaul University is less selective with a 70% acceptance rate, meaning roughly 7 out of 10 applicants gain admission. This accessibility reflects the Catholic tradition of welcoming diverse learners to higher education. Admitted students typically score between 1070-1300 on the SAT or around 27 on the ACT, though these ranges accommodate various academic backgrounds. The university seeks students who value urban engagement and social justice, core tenets of its Vincentian mission. DePaul particularly attracts applicants interested in business, theater, and liberal arts programs who want to study in downtown Chicago. The school looks for students ready to blend academic rigor with real-world experience in America's third-largest city.