DePauw University admitted 56% of applicants for fall 2025 (3,794 of 6,772, Common Data Set 2025-26). The middle half of enrolled first-years who sent SAT scores had 1170–1390.
The numbers
Applied
6,772
fall 2025
ACT, middle 50%
26–32
enrolled first-years
Average GPA
3.90
enrolled first-years
Accept their offer
13%
of admitted students enroll
Application fee
$0
waivers exist
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Can I get into DePauw University?
56% of applicants get in
Most applicants with solid grades get in. The middle half of enrolled first-years who sent scores had 1170–1390 on the SAT.
Likely: even the low end of our estimate is 60% or more, and the college admits at least 25% of applicants. Target: our estimate is 30% or more. Reach: our estimate is under 30%, or the college admits under 15%. Long shot: our estimate is under 12%, or the college admits under 12%. Estimates use the college's admit rate and score range plus your grades and scores. They are not a promise.
6,772 applied, 3,794 admitted, fall 2025 (Common Data Set).
Does DePauw University need the SAT or ACT?Not checked yet
Not sure yet
We haven't checked DePauw University's fall 2027 rule yet. DePauw University didn't require scores for fall 2024 (federal data). We haven't checked fall 2027 yet, so confirm on its site.
Early decision is offered. It's binding: if you get in, you go.
Early action is offered: you hear sooner and don't have to commit.
We checked DePauw University's admissions site on Nov 8, 2026 but couldn't confirm its fall 2027 application deadlines. Find them on DePauw University's site
Early-round numbers: Common Data Set, fall 2025.
The wait list
There is a wait list.
Common Data Set, fall 2025.
What DePauw University looks at
Counts most
How hard your classes were, GPA.
Counts a lot
Class rank, essay, recommendations.
Also considered
SAT or ACT scores, interview, activities, talent or ability, character, first in your family to go to college, A parent or relative went there, where you live, state residency.
As DePauw University rates each factor in its Common Data Set, fall 2025.
Questions people ask
What is DePauw University's acceptance rate?
DePauw University admitted 56% of applicants for fall 2025 (3,794 of 6,772, Common Data Set 2025-26).
What SAT score do you need for DePauw University?
The middle half of enrolled first-years who sent SAT scores had 1170–1390. A quarter of them scored higher and a quarter lower, so it's a typical range, not a cutoff (Common Data Set, fall 2025).
Where these numbers come from
Admit rate and applicants: Common Data Set, fall 2025 (checked Oct 31, 2026)
GPA, early rounds and wait list: Common Data Set, fall 2025 (checked Oct 31, 2026)
Cost, pay and debt: College Scorecard, 2024-25 (checked Oct 31, 2026)
