Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 69.7%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 70.0%
- Retention Rate
- 86.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $68,751
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $23,168
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 17:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 62.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $246/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $100,096 | $52,402 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management. | Master | $99,547 | $55,664 |
| Computer Science. | Master | $96,644 | |
| Taxation. | Master | $93,076 | $47,833 |
| Information Science/Studies. | Master | $86,867 | $54,516 |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Master | $86,550 | $47,832 |
| Computer Programming. | Master | $85,206 | $61,500 |
| Computer Engineering. | Master | $84,653 | |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. | Master | $84,653 | |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Doctoral | $82,440 | |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $79,284 | |
| Human Computer Interaction. | Master | $77,213 | $57,686 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Master | $76,460 | |
| Statistics. | Master | $76,460 | |
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other. | Master | $74,576 |
Outcomes Overview
DePaul graduates earn a median of $68,751 ten years after graduation, putting them ahead of many regional competitors. With typical debt loads of $23,168, graduates face a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of just 34%. Monthly loan payments of $246 consume only 5% of median income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The university's strong ties to Chicago's business community help explain the impressive 94% employment rate. DePaul's reputation in business, communications, and theatre opens doors at major corporations, media companies, and cultural institutions throughout the Midwest. Alumni like Ray Kroc demonstrate the entrepreneurial spirit the school fosters. This represents a strong return on investment for a private Catholic university.