by our College Data Analytics TeamHere are the current tuition and fee figures for DePaul University, together with how they compare nationally and their recent trend.
For the most recent year on record, tuition and fees at DePaul University stood at $45,999 annually for undergraduate students. Students from in state and out of state pay the same here.
Of that total, required fees amounted to $804; the balance is base tuition.
| Most Recent Reported Year | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $45,195 |
| Fees | $804 |
| Total | $45,999 |
This tuition and fees total reflects one year of study and leave out room and board.
Bear in mind that many undergraduates get financial aid and scholarships that cut the price they ultimately pay. The totals here are the list price.
How much would DePaul University charge part-time students? Head to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for details.
For some context, here is how DePaul University tuition and fees compare to other colleges. Each rating is relative to the average for that group of schools.
| Nationwide | In IL | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Expensive | Expensive | Expensive |
Relative to the national field, DePaul University is relatively pricey.
Remember that a school can look pricey on sticker price alone yet be a better deal after financial aid. See the DePaul University Financial Aid page for details.
The table below shows how tuition at DePaul University has trended over the last several reported years.
| Year | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $41,361 |
| Two Years Ago | $42,189 |
| One Year Ago | $43,665 |
| Most Recent Year | $45,195 |
Below, the chart plots how tuition at DePaul has shifted across recent years.
Most recently, tuition went up 3.5%. Carrying the same rate forward one year puts tuition + fees around $47,610 the year ahead.
Annual tuition increases are the norm at most institutions, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for additional detail.
On average, tuition and fees climbed each year by about 3.07%, so a year from now students could pay around $47,411.
Carrying that rate forward, here is the projected tuition and fees for the next five years:
| Academic Year | Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|
| Next Year | $47,411 |
| In 2 Years | $48,867 |
| In 3 Years | $50,367 |
| In 4 Years | $51,913 |
| In 5 Years | $53,507 |
As you plan how to pay for college, fold in expected yearly increases — projecting four years of out-of-state tuition and fees at this rate gives roughly $198,558.
Tuition is just the starting figure — scholarships and aid frequently cut what families actually pay.
For a closer look at aid at DePaul University, see the DePaul University Financial Aid page.
