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DePauw University

DePauw

Greencastle, Indiana 46135-1772

Data last updated: May 29, 2026

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Strong graduate outcomes

DePauw University is a private institution in Greencastle with particular strength in computer science and biology. With an average SAT of 1287, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 1.8K undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

80% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $70,527 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $24,546.

Established

1837

Motto

Latin: Decus lumenque reipublicae collegium

Mascot

Tyler the Tiger

Type

Private liberal arts college

Division

Division III

Plan Your Visit

54%Acceptance

1287SAT Avg

1,804Students

10:1Student:Faculty

80%Grad Rate

$70,527Earnings 10yr

$24,546Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate54.1%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1287

Reading & WritingMid: 630

570680

MathMid: 660

570750

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 28

2631

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$57,070

Room & Board$14,850

Books & Supplies$1,200

Total Cost of Attendance$72,560

Average Net Price$24,546

Median Debt at Graduation$27,000

Monthly Payment (10yr)$286

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$12,267

$30–48K$16,184

$48–75K$17,459

$75–110K$24,646

$110K+$33,816

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

60.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.6%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$24,733

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

Peer Average

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

Burglary

Aggravated Assault

Robbery

Motor Vehicle Theft

Sex Offenses

Arson

Drug Arrests

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (43)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

89%

Positive

Student Body

Undergrads

1,804

Gender Split

50% / 50%

Women / Men

First Generation

16%

Pell Grant Recipients

16%

Race & Ethnicity

White 58%

Black 6%

Hispanic 8%

Asian 2%

Two+ 3%

Int'l 23%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate80.0%

Freshman Retention89.2%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$58,476

10 Years$70,527

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News

#50

—

vs 2024

Forbes

#170

—

vs 2024

Wall Street Journal

#29

—

vs 2024

Washington Monthly

#56

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vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

•History Indiana Asbury University was founded in 1837 in Greencastle, Indiana, and was named after Francis Asbury, the first American bishop of the Methodist Episcopal Church.
•It was originally established as an all-men's school but began admitting women in 1867.
•In 1884 Indiana Asbury University changed its name to DePauw University in honor of Washington C.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

90Average

Estimated from IN state average

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 30"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 125

Nearest Cities

Indianapolispop. 880K

38 mi(66 min)

Chicagopop. 2.7M

160 mi(277 min)

St. Louispop. 290K

192 mi(333 min)

Getting There

Nearest Airports

IND Indianapolis31 mi

CVG Cincinnati124 mi

ORD Chicago O'Hare170 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA844 mi · ~24h 23m drive

New York, NY682 mi · ~19h 42m drive

Hartford, CT757 mi · ~21h 52m drive

Providence, RI822 mi · ~23h 45m drive

Albany, NY712 mi · ~20h 34m drive

Syracuse, NY603 mi · ~17h 25m drive

Rochester, NY537 mi · ~15h 31m drive

Buffalo, NY471 mi · ~13h 36m drive

Philadelphia, PA621 mi · ~17h 56m drive

Pittsburgh, PA367 mi · ~10h 36m drive

Harrisburg, PA530 mi · ~15h 19m drive

Newark, NJ673 mi · ~19h 27m drive

Washington, DC528 mi · ~15h 15m drive

Baltimore, MD547 mi · ~15h 48m drive

Atlanta, GA429 mi · ~12h 24m drive

Charlotte, NC449 mi · ~12h 58m drive

Raleigh, NC522 mi · ~15h 5m drive

Miami, FL1034 mi · ~29h 52m drive

Orlando, FL828 mi · ~23h 55m drive

Tampa, FL846 mi · ~24h 26m drive

Nashville, TN240 mi · ~6h 56m drive

New Orleans, LA694 mi · ~20h 3m drive

Richmond, VA529 mi · ~15h 17m drive

Chicago, IL160 mi · ~4h 37m drive

Detroit, MI272 mi · ~7h 51m drive

Minneapolis, MN493 mi · ~14h 15m drive

St. Louis, MO192 mi · ~5h 33m drive

Kansas City, MO414 mi · ~11h 58m drive

Indianapolis, IN38 mi · ~1h 6m drive

Columbus, OH206 mi · ~5h 57m drive

Cleveland, OH300 mi · ~8h 40m drive

Milwaukee, WI241 mi · ~6h 58m drive

Dallas, TX728 mi · ~21h 2m drive

Houston, TX836 mi · ~24h 9m drive

Austin, TX893 mi · ~25h 48m drive

San Antonio, TX966 mi · ~27h 54m drive

Los Angeles, CA1768 mi · ~51h 5m drive

San Francisco, CA1909 mi · ~55h 9m drive

San Diego, CA1747 mi · ~50h 28m drive

Seattle, WA1839 mi · ~53h 8m drive

Portland, OR1851 mi · ~53h 28m drive

Denver, CO962 mi · ~27h 47m drive

Phoenix, AZ1458 mi · ~42h 7m drive

Salt Lake City, UT1319 mi · ~38h 6m drive

Honolulu, HI4302 mi · ~124h 17m drive

Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

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Mid-Range

Check nearby accommodations

$80-150/night

< 10 mi

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