DePaul Student Outcomes
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- 4 Year
- Chicago, IL
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Graduation Rate
Graduation Rate
Percent of students graduating within 150% of normal completion time
72% vs. 41.9% national medianBachelor's degree within 6 years
66% vs. 58% national medianA college's graduation rate is a strong indication of its effectiveness and your potential to find success at a school. These statistics measure the percentage of first-time, full-time students who earned a bachelor degree within four, five or six years from DePaul University. For comparison, approximately 58% of starting students nationally earn a bachelor's degree within six years. DePaul University is more effective than average at successfully graduating students.
Post Graduation Earnings
Post Graduation Earnings
Average Salary After 10 Years
$56,900 vs. $34,300 national median10 years after enrolling, the average income of former DePaul University students who are working and no longer in school is $56,900, which is 66% higher than the national median.
Data sources, U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / Department of Treasury
Student Loan Debt
Student Loan Debt Upon Graduation
Median Student Loan Debt for Graduates
$23,332Percent of students receiving Federal Loans
57%Student Loan Repayment
Median Loan Payment
$241 per monthPercent of students actively repaying their loans
62% vs. 47% national averageIf you are having trouble affording your DePaul student loan debt, explore your options.
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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=144740.
Earnings data: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / Department of Treasury.
Last updated: August 2026