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
Conference
NCAA Division III North Coast Athletic Conference (NCAC)
Division
Division III
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
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
Programs (43)
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
8 Years$64,303
10 Years$70,527
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$56,300
Men
$77,800
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Source: Wikipedia