DePauw Admission Requirements
Chances of getting into DePauw University
DePauw University
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
62.6%| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Very High | |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
How hard is it to get into DePauw and can I get accepted? The school has a 63% acceptance rate ranking it #8 in Indiana for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 3,428 out of 5,476 applicants were admitted making DePauw a moderately competitive school to get into with a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the requirements. Academically, it has very high requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 34 percent. DePauw University typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students. Only 16% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school. Most incoming freshmen graduated in the top quarter of their high school class.
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SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
1120-1340Applicants Submitting SAT
67%| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 560 |
| SAT Math 25th | 560 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1120 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 660 |
| SAT Math 75th | 680 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1340 |
| Average SAT Score | 1230 |
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What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to DePauw University?
DePauw University typically requires applicants to be in the top 37 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1120 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 1010. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1230 out of 1600. The school ranks #8 in Indiana for highest average SAT composite score. A competitive SAT score is critical as 67 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school. Note: SAT scores presented on this page have been adjusted upwards per the College Board's concordance tables for test takers after March 2016.
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Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
| SAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 1340 and Above | Good | >74% |
| 1230 to 1340 | Avg + | 63%-74% |
| 1120 to 1230 | Avg - | 50%-63% |
| 1010 to 1120 | Reach | 37%-50% |
| Less than 1010 | Low | <37% |
DePauw ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
23-29Applicants Submitting ACT
59%| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 23 |
| ACT Math 25th | 23 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 23 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 32 |
| ACT Math 75th | 29 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 29 |
| Average ACT Score | 26 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into DePauw?
Admission data indicates that DePauw regularly accepts students with ACT's of 23 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 32 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 20 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 26 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 29 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #8 in Indiana for highest average ACT composite score. 59 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to DePauw University.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 29 and Above | Good | >74% |
| 26 to 29 | Avg + | 63%-74% |
| 23 to 26 | Avg - | 50%-63% |
| 20 to 23 | Reach | 37%-50% |
| Less than 20 | Low | <37% |
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
3.75Typical High School Grades
A-You will need exceptionally good grades to get into DePauw University. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at DePauw University was 3.75 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily A- students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #4 in Indiana for highest average GPA. If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as DePauw accepts 63% of students who apply.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75+ | 51% | Good |
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 22% | Avg - |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 15% | Avg - |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 9% | Reach |
| 2.75 to 3.00 | 3% | Reach |
| 2.50 to 2.75 | N/A% | Low |
| 2.25 to 2.50 | N/A% | Low |
| 2.00 to 2.25 | N/A% | Low |
High School Class Rank
78% of DePauw University freshman were in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 49% |
| Top 25% of class | 78% |
| Top 50% of class | 100% |
| Bottom 50% of class | 0% |
| Bottom 25% of class | 0% |
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 2,938 | 2,538 | 5,476 |
| Accepted | 1,901 | 1,527 | 3,428 |
| Acceptance Rate | 65% | 60% | 63% |
| Enrolled | 298 | 266 | 564 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 16% | 17% | 16% |
Fall 2020 Application Deadline
Applications were Due
Feb 1, 2020Days left to Apply
NoneThe application deadline for Fall 2020 has passed. Applications were due on Feb 1, 2020.
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to DePauw University and what considerations affect admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Recommended |
| Recommendations | Required |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does DePauw University prefer SAT or ACT?
67% of students submit their SAT scores to DePauw. 59% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into DePauw University?
63% of those who apply are granted admission to DePauw. Admission competition is low and the college has very high admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for DePauw University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1120 and 1340. 67% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for DePauw University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 23 and 29. 59% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.