DePaul University
- Private
- Research university
DePaul University: international tuition 50,403 USD per year, one-year total cost 78,153 USD, acceptance rate 75.9%. Merit scholarships are open to international students. Published minimum English scores: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80, Duolingo 115.
International freshmen are automatically considered for the Global DePaul Scholarship (merit, $12,000-$32,000, based on high school GPA, renewable up to 4 years) with no separate application. The pages do not say whether international students can receive need-based aid.
Getting in. The school admits 75.9% of applicants. Admitted students scored around Reading and Writing 580–670, Math 560–660, ACT 25–31. The school does not require the SAT or ACT. For English, the school asks for IELTS 6.5+, TOEFL iBT 80+ or Duolingo 115+. If the English score is not there yet, the school can still admit conditionally.
Cost for a year. One year comes to 78,153 USD, before any scholarship. 1 scholarship is confirmed for international students, but nothing is taken off yet because the amount of each one is not clear.
Deadline and visa. The application deadline is 15/11. You apply through Common Application. How long the visa takes is up to the consulate; see the country note.
Admissions checked 11/10/2026Cost checked 10/10/2026
What is the tuition at DePaul University?
International tuition is 50,403 USD per year. The total cost for one year is 78,153 USD.
Does DePaul University offer scholarships for international students?
Merit scholarships are open to international students. International freshmen are automatically considered for the Global DePaul Scholarship (merit, $12,000-$32,000, based on high school GPA, renewable up to 4 years) with no separate application. The pages do not say whether international students can receive need-based aid.
What English scores does DePaul University require?
Published minimum English scores: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80, Duolingo 115.
What is the acceptance rate at DePaul University?
The acceptance rate is 75.9%.
- Pay in fullYesPay in fullOnce admitted you can enrol straight away — no scholarship decision to wait for.Your family covers all tuition and living costs for every year of the degree.You will need: your application and proof that your family can pay — the school needs it to issue your visa documents.
- Aid with the offerYesAid with the offerThe school decides aid while reviewing your application, so any need-based or merit award arrives with the offer.If you are admitted, the offer comes with aid: the school either sets what your family pays based on finances, or takes a merit scholarship off the tuition.You will need: no separate scholarship essay — the school considers you for merit aid from your application.
- Apply separately for scholarshipsUnclearApply separately for scholarshipsOn top of the admission application, you send a separate scholarship application or get nominated.The pages we read mention no scholarship with its own application. Not seeing one does not mean there is none — ask the school.
For Vietnamese students
Vietnamese community nearby
Students on campus lifeiPublic YouTube videos by students and the school, matched to this school's name; Vietnamese videos first. Each reflects its creator's own view.
- Mohamed Abdullahi2025Campus tour
- ILL Pictures2023Campus tour
- TANJUHHH2022Vlog
Contact
Tuition and cost for a year
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What a year costs
This annual rate applies to Music and Theatre students admitted in 2026 who take 12–18 credits per term.
VND converted at Vietcombank's selling rate on 15/10/2026; indicative only — the real amount depends on the rate when you pay.
Scholarships and aid for international students
- Is merit considered automatically with the application?YesThe Global DePaul Scholarship is considered automatically with the admission application, needs no separate application, and is announced in the admission letter, so the answer is Yes.
- Is admission need-blind for international applicants?UnclearNone of the pages say whether admission decisions for international applicants take ability to pay into account, so there is no basis for a conclusion.
- Is the CSS Profile or a school aid form required?UnclearThe pages mention no CSS Profile or separate international aid form; FAFSA is only described for U.S. citizens and permanent residents. So this stays Unclear.
Scholarships at this school
Global DePaul ScholarshipMeritMeritAwarded on achievement (grades, awards, activities), regardless of family finances.Considered automatically with the admission applicationSchool page12,000 – 32,000 USD≈ ₫313M – ₫834M
The page states all international students are automatically considered for this merit scholarship, so it is Yes.
- Renewable in later years
Art ScholarshipIntl eligibility unclearThe school does not say whether international students can get this scholarship, so “Cost for a year” at the top does not subtract it. Ask the school before counting on it.TalentTalentFor talent in arts, music or athletics, judged by portfolio, audition or tryout.Separate application requiredSchool page
The page lists Art-major and portfolio requirements but does not address international-student status.
- Renewable in later years
Deadline: All submissions are due by February 1.
Arthur J. Schmitt Leaders ScholarshipIntl eligibility unclearThe school does not say whether international students can get this scholarship, so “Cost for a year” at the top does not subtract it. Ask the school before counting on it.MeritMeritAwarded on achievement (grades, awards, activities), regardless of family finances.Separate application requiredSchool page
- Renewable in later years
Deadline: Application deadline: February 1
Catholic Heritage ScholarshipIntl eligibility unclearThe school does not say whether international students can get this scholarship, so “Cost for a year” at the top does not subtract it. Ask the school before counting on it.MeritMeritAwarded on achievement (grades, awards, activities), regardless of family finances.Considered automatically with the admission applicationSchool page
- Renewable in later years
Chicago Promise ScholarshipIntl eligibility unclearThe school does not say whether international students can get this scholarship, so “Cost for a year” at the top does not subtract it. Ask the school before counting on it.MeritMeritAwarded on achievement (grades, awards, activities), regardless of family finances.Considered automatically with the admission applicationSchool page
- Renewable in later years
DePaul Freshman ScholarshipsIntl eligibility unclearThe school does not say whether international students can get this scholarship, so “Cost for a year” at the top does not subtract it. Ask the school before counting on it.MeritMeritAwarded on achievement (grades, awards, activities), regardless of family finances.Considered automatically with the admission applicationSchool page
The page identifies these as freshman academic scholarships but does not state citizenship or international-student eligibility.
- Renewable in later years
Deadline: Priority consideration is given to students who submit their admission applications by November 15.
DePaul Freshman Scholarships (Presidential, Deans', DePaul Scholars' Award, St. Vincent DePaul)Intl eligibility unclearThe school does not say whether international students can get this scholarship, so “Cost for a year” at the top does not subtract it. Ask the school before counting on it.MeritMeritAwarded on achievement (grades, awards, activities), regardless of family finances.Considered automatically with the admission applicationSchool page
- Renewable in later years
Deadline: Priority consideration: November 15
RaiseMe Micro-scholarshipsIntl eligibility unclearThe school does not say whether international students can get this scholarship, so “Cost for a year” at the top does not subtract it. Ask the school before counting on it.MeritMeritAwarded on achievement (grades, awards, activities), regardless of family finances.Separate application requiredSchool page
Deadline: Update profile before November 15
School of Music AwardIntl eligibility unclearThe school does not say whether international students can get this scholarship, so “Cost for a year” at the top does not subtract it. Ask the school before counting on it.TalentTalentFor talent in arts, music or athletics, judged by portfolio, audition or tryout.Considered automatically with the admission applicationSchool page
The page says music applicants are considered after an audition but does not state whether international students are eligible.
- Renewable in later years
Deadline: Apply to the School of Music by December 1.
Talent Scholarships (Art, School of Music, Theatre School)Intl eligibility unclearThe school does not say whether international students can get this scholarship, so “Cost for a year” at the top does not subtract it. Ask the school before counting on it.TalentTalentFor talent in arts, music or athletics, judged by portfolio, audition or tryout.Separate application requiredSchool page
- Renewable in later years
Deadline: Art: February 1; School of Music: December 1; Theatre School: audition/interview November-February
Theatre School ScholarshipIntl eligibility unclearThe school does not say whether international students can get this scholarship, so “Cost for a year” at the top does not subtract it. Ask the school before counting on it.TalentTalentFor talent in arts, music or athletics, judged by portfolio, audition or tryout.Considered automatically with the admission applicationSchool page
The page describes consideration after an audition or interview but does not confirm international-student eligibility.
- Renewable in later years
Deadline: Auditions and interviews are held November through February.
Admission requirements
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SAT / ACT of enrolled students
English
Application requirements
- English proficiencyiStudents educated outside the U.S. must submit a qualifying English exam score unless they qualify for a waiver.Required
- High-school transcriptiAdmitted students must submit final high school transcripts or proof of completion before enrolling.Required
- SATACTNot required
How to apply
Minimum English scores vs other schools
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DeadlinesFall 2026
This cycle's dates have passed; the school has not posted next cycle's dates yet.
Credit for exams
AP exam scores can earn credit; the minimum scores are on the Credit Given By Exam page, which is not among these pages.
IB exam results can earn credit; the minimum scores are not stated on these pages.
International A and A/S Level results can earn credit; the minimum scores are not stated on these pages.
AP credit by subject
Lowest score that earns credit or placement, as the college reported to College Board. This is not an admission requirement. One exam can have several rows: a higher score sometimes earns more credit. Policy page the college gave College Board
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Staying in United States after graduation
OPT: 12 months of work in your field after each degree level; degrees on the DHS STEM list can extend by 24 months (up to 36 months in total). Unemployment during OPT is capped at 90 days (150 days with the STEM extension). Note: on 8 October 2026 DHS published a PROPOSED rule charging USD 70,000 for initial OPT and USD 30,000 for later OPT; it is not in force, and comments close on 9 November 2026.
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Academics & housing
Why this school is listed: accepts applications through the Common App.
Updated 11/10/2026How Duckling sources data