First-year deadlines, 2026–27
| Plan | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action Apply early, hear early, not binding. | November 15, 2026 |
Plans are listed in calendar order. What the plans mean
Source: depaul.edu · checked September 19, 2026
What families actually pay
Average yearly net price after grants, all students, by family income
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, College Scorecard · data snapshot October 2, 2026
AP credit
Most-taken exams, lowest score that earns credit| Exam | Min score | DePaul University course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus BC | 3 | 12 MAT 150, 151 & 152 Business students: MAT 150…12 MAT 150, 151 & 152 Business students: MAT 150 substitutes for MAT 135 and MAT 151 substitutes for MAT 136. | |
| Biology | 3 | 4 BIO 191 Biology majors: consult with the…4 BIO 191 Biology majors: consult with the Biology Department | |
| Chemistry | 3 | 4 CHE 102 | |
| Physics 1 | 4 | 4 PHY 150 | |
| English Literature and Composition | 4 | 4 ENG 101 | |
| Psychology | 4 | 8 PSY 105 & 106 | |
| Statistics | 3 | 4 MAT 242/SOC 279*, ** *May substitute as MAT 137…4 MAT 242/SOC 279*, ** *May substitute as MAT 137 if the student is in Driehaus College of Business; **May substitute IT 223 with a score of 3 or above. | |
| Macroeconomics | 4 | 4 ECO 106 |
Show all 44 exams and every score level
| Exam | Min score | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calculus BC | 3 | 12 MAT 150, 151 & 152 Business students: MAT 150…12 MAT 150, 151 & 152 Business students: MAT 150 substitutes for MAT 135 and MAT 151 substitutes for MAT 136. | |
| Biology | 3 | 4 BIO 191 Biology majors: consult with the…4 BIO 191 Biology majors: consult with the Biology Department | |
| Chemistry | 3 | 4 CHE 102 | |
| Physics 1 | 4 | 4 PHY 150 | |
| English Literature and Composition | 4 | 4 ENG 101 | |
| Psychology | 4 | 8 PSY 105 & 106 | |
| Statistics | 3 | 4 MAT 242/SOC 279*, ** *May substitute as MAT 137…4 MAT 242/SOC 279*, ** *May substitute as MAT 137 if the student is in Driehaus College of Business; **May substitute IT 223 with a score of 3 or above. | |
| Macroeconomics | 4 | 4 ECO 106 | |
| World History: Modern | 4 | 4 One from HST 111, 112 or 113 12 credits maximum…4 One from HST 111, 112 or 113 12 credits maximum for 2 or more AP History exams with scores of 4 and 5 | |
| Physics 2 | 4 | 4* PHY 152* *If a student receives a 4 or 5 on…4* PHY 152* *If a student receives a 4 or 5 on Physics 1 & 2, they are awarded credit for PHY 150, 151 & 152 | |
| Human Geography | 4 | 4 GEO 101 | |
| Computer Science Principles | 3 | 4 IT 123 | |
| Music Theory | 4 | 4 MUS 100 Non-Music majors only | |
| 4 | 4 | CHE 130 & 131 Chemistry majors: consult with the…CHE 130 & 131 Chemistry majors: consult with the Chemistry Department | |
| 4 | 4 | CSC 243 CSC 243 will be applied to CSC 242 and…CSC 243 CSC 243 will be applied to CSC 242 and students should consult their faculty advisors regarding an appropriate major field course substitution for CSC 241. | |
| 5 | 4 | MUS elective Music majors only; please consult…MUS elective Music majors only; please consult with the Music department | |
| African American Studies | 4 | 4 ABD 100 | |
| Art/Art History | 4 | 4 HAA 130 | |
| Calculus BC - AB Subscore | 4 | 6 MAT 155 Credit for MAT 155 will be given with a…6 MAT 155 Credit for MAT 155 will be given with a score of 4 or 5, but only when the Calculus BC score is below a 3 (earning no credit). If credit is awarded for Calculus BC with a score of 3, 4 or 5, no credit is given for the AB Subscore. Business students: MAT 155 substitutes for MAT 135. | |
| Capstone | 4 | 4 LSP 112* *May petition for WRD 104, consult…4 LSP 112* *May petition for WRD 104, consult with the First-Year Writing Program | |
| Comparative Government and Politics | 4 | 4 PSC 150 | |
| Computer Science | 3 | 4 IT 130 Students should take CSC 243 instead of…4 IT 130 Students should take CSC 243 instead of the CSC 241 & CSC 242 course sequence. CSC 243 will be applied to CSC 241 and students should consult their faculty advisors regarding an appropriate major field course substitution for CSC 242. | |
| Drawing | 3 | 4 ART 104 | |
| Economics | 4 | 4 ECO 105 | |
| English | 3 | 4 WRD 103 Placement in WRD 104 | |
| Environmental Sciences | 3 | 4 ENV 102 | |
| History | 4 | 4 One from HST 171, 172 or 173 12 credits maximum…4 One from HST 171, 172 or 173 12 credits maximum for 2 or more AP History exams with scores of 4 and 5 | |
| Italian, Japanese or Chinese Language and Culture | 3 | 4 103 Student should register for ITA 104, JPN…4 103 Student should register for ITA 104, JPN 104 or CHN 104 | |
| Latin | 3 | 4 LAT 101 Student should register for LAT 102 | |
| Mathematics | 3 | 4 MAT 150 Business students: MAT 150 substitutes…4 MAT 150 Business students: MAT 150 substitutes for MAT 135 and MAT 151 substitutes for MAT 136. | |
| Modern Language | 3 | 4 103 Student should register for SPN 104, FCH…4 103 Student should register for SPN 104, FCH 104 or GER 104 | |
| Modern Language (Classical) | 3 | 4 LAT 102 Student should register for LAT 103 | |
| Physics | 4 | 12 PHY 150, 151 & 152 | |
| Physics C - Part 1 | 4 | 4 PHY 170 | |
| Physics C - Part 2 | 5 | 8 PHY 171 & 172 | |
| Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism | 4 | 4 PHY 170 | |
| Physics C: Mechanics | 4 | 4 PHY 171 & 172 | |
| Political Science | 4 | 4 PSC 120 | |
| Precalculus | 4 | 4 MAT 131 | |
| Seminar Course | 4 | 4 LSP 112 | |
| Spanish or French Literature | 3 | 4 104 Student sh ould register for SPN 105 or FCH 105 | |
| Studio Art: 2-D Design | 3 | 4 ART 104 | |
| Studio Art: 3-D Design | 3 | 4 ART 104 | |
| U.S. History | 4 | 4 One from HST 181, 182 or 183 12 credits maximum…4 One from HST 181, 182 or 183 12 credits maximum for 2 or more AP History exams with scores of 4 and 5 | |
| Vergil | 3 | 4 LAT 101 Student should register for LAT 102 |
Source: depaul.edu · checked September 19, 2026
Biggest majors
| Major | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Cinematography and Film/Video Production | 269 |
| Finance | 226 |
| Psychology | 183 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management | 181 |
| Accounting | 173 |
| Business Administration and Management | 151 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | 137 |
| Computer Programming/Programmer | 134 |
Show the other 89 majors
| Political Science and Government | 92 |
| Management Science | 89 |
| Mass Communication/Media Studies | 87 |
| Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects | 72 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, Other | 70 |
| Criminology | 54 |
| Computer Software and Media Applications, Other | 50 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences | 47 |
| English Language and Literature | 46 |
| Information Technology | 45 |
| Graphic Design | 44 |
| Management Information Systems | 44 |
| Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance | 42 |
| Neuroscience | 36 |
| Business/Managerial Economics | 34 |
| Journalism | 31 |
| Acting | 30 |
| Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology | 29 |
| Art/Art Studies | 27 |
| International Relations and Affairs | 26 |
| General Studies | 26 |
| History | 25 |
| Sociology | 24 |
| Speech Communication and Rhetoric | 23 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 23 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | 22 |
| Philosophy | 20 |
| Sports Communication | 20 |
| Economics | 19 |
| Information Science/Studies | 18 |
| Music Performance | 18 |
| Early Childhood Education and Teaching | 18 |
| Mathematics | 18 |
| Environmental Studies | 18 |
| English/Language Arts Teacher Education | 16 |
| Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design | 15 |
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts | 15 |
| Anthropology | 13 |
| Real Estate | 11 |
| Data Modeling/Warehousing and Database Administration | 10 |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | 10 |
| Hospitality Administration/Management | 10 |
| Women's Studies | 9 |
| Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution | 9 |
| Comedy Writing and Performance | 9 |
| Actuarial Science | 9 |
| Architectural History and Criticism | 8 |
| Rhetoric and Composition | 8 |
| Industrial and Product Design | 8 |
| Music Management | 8 |
| Health/Health Care Administration/Management | 8 |
| Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies | 7 |
| Spanish Language and Literature | 7 |
| History Teacher Education | 7 |
| Social Science Teacher Education | 7 |
| Music Teacher Education | 7 |
| Special Education and Teaching | 7 |
| Communications Technologies/Technicians and Support Services, Other | 7 |
| Environmental Science | 7 |
| Jazz/Jazz Studies | 6 |
| Geography | 6 |
| Music, Other | 5 |
| Theatre Literature, History and Criticism | 5 |
| Econometrics and Quantitative Economics | 5 |
| Organizational Communication | 5 |
| American/United States Studies/Civilization | 5 |
| Mathematics and Computer Science | 4 |
| Fine and Studio Arts Management | 3 |
| Music | 3 |
| Physics | 3 |
| Biochemistry | 3 |
| Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | 3 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | 2 |
| Music Theory and Composition | 2 |
| Playwriting and Screenwriting | 2 |
| German Language and Literature | 2 |
| Spanish Language Teacher Education | 2 |
| Computer Programming, Specific Applications | 2 |
| Japanese Studies | 2 |
| Latin American Studies | 1 |
| Computer Science | 1 |
| Art Teacher Education | 1 |
| Systems Engineering | 1 |
| Italian Language and Literature | 1 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies | 1 |
| Religion/Religious Studies | 1 |
| Astrophysics | 1 |
| Chemistry | 1 |
| Public Policy Analysis | 1 |
Bachelor’s graduates, first major, most recent year · Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Ranked programs
Where DePaul University ranks in the top 25 on our top-programs lists, best rank first. How we rank programs
- #24 for Real estateof 38 colleges
Scholarships
Amounts and eligibility change; check the college’s page for current details.
Sports and campus life
Men’s varsity · NCAA Division I, Big East
Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
Women’s varsity · NCAA Division I, Big East
Basketball, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field and Cross Country (combined), Volleyball
ROTC
Air Force
Faith groups
Cru, Hillel, InterVarsity, Newman Connection
Also
Honors college, Esports, Study abroad
Greek life
4% of men in fraternities · 6% of women in sororities · 5% of undergraduates overall (Common Data Set 2024–25)
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education athletics data (EADA), Common Data Set (Greek life), connection.newmanministry.com · checked September 4, 2026 · data snapshot October 2, 2026
The place
Setting
City, large
Federal locale classification
Metro area
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN
9,408,576 people
Big-city metro (1 million+)
Yes
More about the place
Nearest airport
Chicago Midway International (MDW)
Nearest hub airport
Chicago Midway International (MDW)
Walkability
EPA walkability index 19.2 of 20
Elevation
595 ft
Time zone
Central
January low
20°F
July high
81°F
Annual snowfall
38.8 in
Days at 90°F or higher
13 per year
One-bedroom fair market rent
$2,670 per month
Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education (IPEDS locale), U.S. Census metro estimates, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, EPA walkability · data snapshot October 2, 2026
Colleges nearby
- Roosevelt University0 mi
- National Louis University0 mi
- School of the Art Institute of Chicago0 mi
- Columbia College Chicago0 mi
- East-West University0 mi
- University of Illinois Chicago1 mi
Straight-line distance between campuses
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