De Paul University

📍 21,000+ students from 49 US states and 136 countries in Chicago.

🏆 US News 2026: ranked #169 in National Universities.

💼 MBA Entrepreneurship ranked #14 nationally by Princeton Review 2023.

📊 Kellstadt School: MS in Tax ranked #3 and MS in Accountancy ranked #11 nationally.

👥 1,114 international students (350 undergraduates) with 4 annual intake cycles.

🏙️ Largest Catholic university in US; two Chicago campuses near major employers.

The median fee for an undergraduate degree or diploma at De Paul University is approximately USD 46,776. The median fee for a postgraduate degree or diploma at De Paul University is approximately USD 31,456.

We have not identified any scholarships or discounts available at De Paul University for international students. However, we are constantly updating this data from our university partners, so please check back for updates.

De Paul University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) .

The employment rate at De Paul University is 91% within 6 to 12 months after graduation.

We do not have any courses from De Paul University that have mandatory internships or placements in their curriculum. However, you may still be able to get your own internship or job during term breaks.

DePaul University offers international students a comprehensive range of support services including:

• F-1 and J-1 visa advising, I-20 documentation, and SEVIS compliance through the Office for International Students (OIS)

• International student merit scholarships and graduate assistantships available across DePaul's colleges

• Academic tutoring, writing support, and advising through the Academic Skills Development program

• On-campus housing in DePaul residence halls on the Lincoln Park and Loop campuses with new student orientation

• OPT/CPT guidance, career fairs, and employer networking through the Career Center

Some of the rankings of De Paul University include:

#169 in National Universities (US News & Reports 2026)

Post-study work permit options at De Paul University in United States depend on your qualification level: all graduates can apply for a post-study work permit for 1 year; STEM graduates can work for 3.0 years after graduation..

Note: Work must be in your field of study. Time spent working off campus while studying (i.e. pre-completion OPT) is deducted from this period. You must find work within 90 days

International students at De Paul University can work up to 20 hours per week during term time and can work full-time per week during breaks in the United States. No separate work permit or approvals are required if the work is on campus. International students may be able to work off-campus after completing their first year of studies, but this will require approval from the university and may reduce the length of their post-study work permit, unless the work is integral to their coursework.