DePauw University

9/10 Overall Rating
4 Year
Greencastle, IN
3.5 2 reviews

#2 Best Colleges in Indiana

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Overview

Total enrollment

1,917

Location Greencastle, Indiana
Website depauw.edu
Type Private 4 Year
Setting Distant Town
Religious Affiliation United Methodist

Best Colleges Rank

#99

Size Small
Status Non-profit
Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad

DePauw University, located in Greencastle, Indiana, approximately 45 miles west of Indianapolis, is a private liberal arts institution established in 1837. The 695-acre campus features a mix of historic limestone buildings and modern facilities centered around a traditional collegiate quad. DePauw is known for its School of Music, which ranks among the oldest in the nation, and its strong programs in media studies, economics, and the sciences. The university maintains a selective admission process and operates on a residential model where most students live in campus housing throughout their four years. DePauw competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Tigers, participating in the North Coast Athletic Conference.

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Ratings

DePauw is rated within the top 20% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 9 out of 10.

Overall Rating

9 out of 10
Academics

9 out of 10
Resources

10 out of 10
Outcomes

8 out of 10
Value

10 out of 10

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Rankings

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Admissions

Admission Standards

Very High

SAT (enrolled mid-50) 1200/1410
ACT (enrolled mid-50) 28/32
GPA 3.97

Acceptance Rate

57.2%

Applications Due Feb 1, 2027
Enrollment Rate 13.2%
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$59,070

Costs for DePauw University
Fee		Cost
Tuition		$59,070
Books and Supplies		$950
Other Fees		$1,080
Room and Board		$15,330
Budget for Other Expenses		$2,450
Total One Year Cost		$78,880

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Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$61,000 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

85% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at DePauw University are Social Sciences, Communication, and English and Literature. 19% of students major in Social Sciences, 12% in Communication, and 11% in English and Literature.