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65.8%Acceptance
$57,070Tuition
1,804Students
80%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$70,527Earnings
#14 in IndianaPrivate nonprofit4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalLiberal ArtsNCAA Division IIIStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$57,070
Out-of-State Tuition
$57,070
Average Net Price
$24,546
Students Receiving Financial Aid
15.8%
Room & Board (On Campus)
$14,850
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$10,000
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$73,120
Median Debt at Graduation
$27,000
Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
$286/mo
Loan Repayment Rate
81.8%
Students Taking Federal Loans
39.6%
Pell Grant Recipients
15.8%

Net Price by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education

Net price by family income bracket
Family Income Average Net Price
$0 – $30,000 $12,267
$30,001 – $48,000 $16,184
$48,001 – $75,000 $17,459
$75,001 – $110,000 $24,646
$110,001+ $33,816

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Cost Overview

Most DePauw families pay around $24,546 annually after financial aid, not the $57,070 sticker price. Families earning under $30,000 pay just $12,267 per year, while those making over $110,000 pay $33,816. Over four years, expect to spend roughly $98,000 to $135,000 depending on your family's income. This small liberal arts environment comes with premium pricing that reflects its 10:1 student-faculty ratio.

Graduates typically leave with $27,000 in debt, translating to $286 monthly payments. With median earnings hitting $70,527 ten years out, loan payments represent about 5% of income for most alumni. The college's Honor Code culture and strong alumni network help justify the investment. Lower-income families get the best deal here, paying less than many state schools while accessing DePauw's tight-knit academic community and career connections.

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