DePaul University - Admission Requirements, SAT, ACT, GPA and chance of acceptance

Your chances of getting into DePaul University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

70.2%

Admission Difficulty for DePaul University
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Difficult
Applicant Competition		Low

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at DePaul is 70.2%. Its admission rate is the 24th lowest in Illinois.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into DePaul and can you get accepted?

DePaul is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 22,302 out of the 31,785 who applied were admitted.

DePaul University typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.8. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 13% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

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70% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to DePaul University you should:

Have a high school GPA of 3.8 or better
Earn A- grades in high school
Score 1190 on the SAT
Score 27 on the ACT
Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

DePaul GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.8

Typical High School Grades

A-

What GPA do you need to get into DePaul University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into DePaul are to have around a 3.8 high school GPA. You are required to have exceptionally good grades and you should be graduating near the top of your class.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as DePaul accepts 70% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at DePaul is 3.8 on the 4.0 scale. 37% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school. The school ranks #7 in Illinois for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since DePaul is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.8 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted DePaul University students
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	37.46%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	22.12%	Avg
3.50 to 3.74	17.12%	Avg -
3.25 to 3.49	10.49%	Reach
3.00 to 3.24	6.49%	Reach
2.50 to 2.99	5.21%	Reach
2.00 to 2.49	1.07%	Reach
1.00 to 1.99	0.04%	Reach
less than 1.00	0%	Reach

What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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DePaul SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to DePaul University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 43% of students submitted SAT scores and 19% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

1070-1300

Applicants Submitting SAT

43%

SAT Scores for DePaul University
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	550
Math 25th Percentile	520
Composite 25th Percentile	1070

SAT Scores for DePaul University
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	660
Math 75th Percentile	640
Composite 75th Percentile	1300
Average SAT Score	1190

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to DePaul University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at DePaul is 1190 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1070-1300. Students who get into DePaul University score in the top 47 percent of all SAT test takers.. DePaul ranks #11 in the state of Illinois for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1190 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. DePaul regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1070 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1070, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 950, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

DePaul University is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1190 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1185, you have around a 70% chance of being admitted. A 1300 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 82% chance of getting in.

DePaul University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1300 and Above	Good	>82%
1185 to 1300	Avg +	70%-82%
1070 to 1185	Avg -	55%-70%
955 to 1070	Reach	39%-55%
Less than 955	Low	<39%

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DePaul ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

24-30

Applicants Submitting ACT

19%

ACT Scores for DePaul University
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	24
Math 25th Percentile	21
Composite 25th Percentile	24

ACT Scores for DePaul University
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	33
Math 75th Percentile	27
Composite 75th Percentile	30
Average ACT Score	27

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into DePaul?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to DePaul is 27, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 24 and 30. The school ranks #10 in Illinois for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 27. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 24 and score in the score in the top 27 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 21.

19 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to DePaul University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as DePaul University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into DePaul for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 27 score has around 70% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 82% with a 30 ACT score.

DePaul University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
30 and Above	Good	>82%
27 to 30	Avg +	70%-82%
24 to 27	Avg -	55%-70%
21 to 24	Reach	39%-55%
Less than 21	Low	<39%

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High School Class Rank

60% of DePaul University freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 30% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted DePaul University students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	30%
Top 25% of class	60%
Top 50% of class	89%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

DePaul University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	19,539	12,246	31,785
Accepted	14,088	8,214	22,302
Acceptance Rate	72%	67%	70%
Enrolled	1,766	1,202	2,968
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	13%	15%	13%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Feb 1, 2025

Days left to Apply

Applicants have 38 days left until the Fall 2025 term applications are due on Feb 1, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to DePaul University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to DePaul University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

DePaul University Application Requirements
Test Scores	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA	Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations	Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at DePaul University
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	No
Credit for Life Experiences	Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because DePaul is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.8 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1190 on the SAT and 27 on the ACT will further lock in your application.