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



Majors
Offered
53
Fair
DePauw University will give you the opportunity to get a bachelor's degree.

DePauw University deploys a continuous curriculum calendar system and lets you to select from 53 majors. The most popular concentrations are Economics, Communication and Journalism, Biology, Computer Science, and Psychology. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings compared to other colleges.

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

Student Retention
89%
Good
The student retention rate at DePauw University is high at 89% (well above Indiana average). Taking this statistic into consideration, it seems that students love their stay at this school.

The graduation rate at DePauw University is very good: 86%.

Student to faculty ratio at DePauw University is good: 8:1. Find out more information regarding instruction at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Tuition and Loans



Tuition and fees per year
$52,800
High
Average tuition costs are extremely high - $51,800 a year. The additional fees at DePauw University (not included in tuition costs) are nearly $1,000; which comes to $52,800 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
68%
Doable
According to government data, 5,481 applications were submitted and 3,754 were accepted, so it is relatively easy to enroll at this school.

This college will consider accepting your dual credits and advanced placement credits at entry.

Check the details about admissions as well applicants' SAT and ACT test scores at DePauw University in the Admissions and Tests report for this college.

Opportunities and Services



Dormatory
Annual Price
$4,200
Medium
DePauw University provides 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 offers on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates about 1,500 students, which offers a good on-campus housing opportunity. The room price is relatively low: approximately $4,200 a year.

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

DePauw University Location and Maps



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