DePauw University: Review & Facts

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DePauw University is a small four-year, private not-for-profit school with 1,755 students enrolled. This school was originated in 1837 and is the only college located in Greencastle, Indiana.

DePauw University is affiliated with United Methodist Church.

Academic Offerings

At DePauw University you can obtain your bachelor's degree.

Majors
Offered
55
DePauw University follows a continuous curriculum calendar system and offers choices in 55 majors. The most popular concentrations are Biology, Economics, Communication and Journalism, Computer Science, and Foreign Languages. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings.

It is important to know student retention and graduation rates when you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are normally a good sign. Nevertheless, if you are planning to transfer out or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

DePauw University student retention rate is very high at 92% (well above Indiana average). Considering this statistic, it seems that students definitely love their stay at this school.

Student Retention
92%
Good
The graduation rate at DePauw University is very good: 88%.

Student to faculty ratio at DePauw University is good: 9:1. Find out more information regarding instruction at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Tuition and Loans

Average tuition costs are extremely high - $54,400 a year. The additional fees at DePauw University (not included in tuition costs) are nearly $1,100; which comes to $55,500 per academic year.

Read the details about DePauw University additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.

Admissions Information

Acceptance
Rate
66%
Doable
According to recent data, 5,708 applications were submitted and 3,756 were accepted, so it is relatively easy to be accepted at this school.

This college might accept your dual credits and advanced placement credits for admission.

Find out more about admissions as well applicants' SAT and ACT test scores at DePauw University in the Admissions and Tests report for this school.

Opportunities and Services

Dormatory
Annual Price
$4,200
Medium
DePauw University offers study abroad programs.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at DePauw University, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.

Safety
Grade
F
Unsafe
DePauw University provides on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates approximately 1,300 students, which offers a nice on-campus housing option. The room price is relatively low - approximately $4,200 annually.

Army and Air Force ROTC programs are available at DePauw University. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.

ROTC
Available
Yes
It is important to keep in mind that enrolling in a ROTC course does not commit you to serve unless you have received a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.

Based on the college crime data, DePauw University seems to be a very dangerous school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.

DePauw University Location and Address

Postal Address:
DePauw University
313 S Locust St
Greencastle, Indiana
46135-1772, USA
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