Address:1 E. Jackson BoulevardChicago, IL 60604 USA Website:www.depaul.edu  International Admissions:International Admission International Website:http://www.depaul.edu/international | |
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DePaul University offers merit-based scholarships, service leadership scholarships, athletic scholarships, talent scholarships and graduate assistantships.
Yes, campus housing is available on both the Lincoln Park and Loop campuses. A housing application and $200 deposit is required. Applications should be received by May 1st.
With over 25,000 students, DePaul is the largest Catholic university in the U.S. Located in the exciting urban setting of Chicago, the third-largest city in the U.S, DePaul attracts students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries around the world. Our student body reflects a broad diversity of ethnic, religious, geographic and economic backgrounds.
DePaul students and faculty contribute to the culturally rich urban environment through curricular offerings, research, and public service. DePaul offers over 150 different majors and classes are taught by distinguished and experienced faculty members, emphasizing skills and attitudes that educate students to be lifelong, independent learners. The university encourages faculty, staff and students to participate in ways that contribute to the societal, economic, and cultural quality of life in the metropolitan area and beyond.
The Lincoln Park campus is located on 40 acres in the heart of Chicago’s historic Lincoln Park neighborhood. It is home to DePaul’s College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, College of Science and Health, School of Education, School of Music and the Theatre School. The Loop campus, in the heart of the business district, houses the Driehaus College of Business, College of Computing and Digital Media, the School for New Learning, the Law School, and the English Language Academy. Both campuses are very near to parks and Lake Michigan, and are home to a wide variety of dining, arts, cultural attractions and entertainment. Public transportation in Chicago is safe, reliable, convenient and plentiful; students do not need a car on campus.
DePaul has an International Admission Office and an Office for International Students and Scholars (OISS) to ensure that students receive individual attention during the application process and throughout their careers at DePaul. OISS provides an orientation for all new international students, and assists students with immigration issues and cultural adjustment. Our Career Development Center helps students find on-campus, part-time employment opportunities.
DePaul’s academic excellence, dedication to public service and commitment to diversity makes the experience of studying in this urban environment an exciting and advantageous one. In addition, Chicago offers an internationally friendly and culturally rich collection of ethnic communities and organizations. These factors combine to form a welcoming atmosphere for students from across the globe.
TOEFL:
A minimum TOEFL score of 80 (iBT; no section less than 17), 213 (cBT) or 550 (pBT) is required for all applicants, although some graduate programs may require higher minimum scores ranging up to 96/243/590. TOEFL may be waived if an international applicant has completed the equivalent of DePaul's English 103 and 104 with a grade of C or better at an accredited institution in the US; received a 500 or higher on the Verbal portion of the SAT or an 18 or higher on the English and 20 or higher on the Reading portions of the ACT. Conditional Admission may be granted to undergraduate and certain graduate applicants if all requirements for admission are met except proof of English language proficiency. Students offered Conditional Admission begin in DePaul’s English Language Academy.
ESL: Yes, learn more at ela.depaul.edu for more information.
Other Test Required for Admission:
GMAT: All Kellstadt Graduate School of Business programs
LSAT: Law Degree (JD) programs
GRE: Master's programs in biology, management of public services, nursing, psychology; strongly recommended for physics; Doctoral programs in psychology Music & Theatre School programs require an audition, interview, or a portfolio
Application Deadline:
Applications are reviewed upon receipt of all required documentation and applicants are notified in writing of the admission decision. Students with international credentials are encouraged to apply as far in advance as possible. The deadline for undergraduate applicants is two months prior to the desired entry term. DePaul is on the quarter system and has four intakes: Fall (September), Winter (January), Spring (April) and Summer (June/July). Graduate programs have individually established deadlines; students should check with the graduate program for which they are applying. Students can apply on paper ($40 application fee) or online ($25 application fee: http://www.depaul.edu/international/admission/admission.html). Students are encouraged to submit the $100 non-refundable tuition deposit within two weeks of receiving an admission decision to confirm their intention to enroll at DePaul.
International Admission:
Dino Pruccoli
Director of International Admission
DePaul University
1 East Jackson Boulevard, Suite 9300
Chicago, Illinois 60604 USA
Phone: +1-312-362-5620
FAX: +1-312-362-8521
email: dpruccol@depaul.edu
