DePaul University
Located in the heart of Chicago, DePaul University is the perfect place for international students seeking a highly-ranked US education. Chicago, known as the "Windy City," is the third-largest city in the USA and is famous for its stunning architecture, world-class sports teams, and exciting entertainment scenes.
Why choose DePaul University?
DePaul's two campuses are both in central Chicago, providing students with unparalleled access to internships and job opportunities at Fortune 500 companies and innovative start-ups. They are also home to different colleges and schools, as well as libraries and other student facilities. It’s easy to get between campuses and around Chicago, with several public transportation options including the famous Chicago 'L' train.
Join a welcoming and inclusive community
DePaul proudly welcomes students from all cultures and countries, with inclusivity and diversity being the University’s core values. Around 6% of DePaul’s population is international and Chicago is the fifth friendliest city in the world (Time Out 2022), ensuring you will be welcomed into a friendly community from day one.
Choose from a variety of highly ranked programmes
DePaul University is nationally ranked and recognised for its outstanding programmes. The University is a well-respected academic institution with highly ranked programmes in several fields. Showing its commitment to excellence and ensuring you receive a quality education that prepares you for a successful career.
At DePaul University, there are many STEM-designated degrees for both the undergraduate and graduate levels, allowing students to qualify for a post-graduate stay in the US through Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Get involved in an exciting student life
DePaul boasts an unforgettable university experience with over 350 student organisations and clubs on campus. These are an excellent way to make friends and discover new interests. DePaul's organisations and clubs include:
- Asian Cultural Exchange
- Computer Science Society
- DePaul Accounting Club
- DePaul AI
- DePaul Women in Business
- E-Sports
- Kellstadt Business Analytics Organization
- Sales Leadership Society
- Supply Chain Management Society
Students can also take part in community service to help those in need. You can participate in a service immersion trip during spring break, take part in New Student Service Day or Vincentian Service Day, or volunteer through community-based organisations.
DePaul Activities Board (DAB) is DePaul's event-organising body. DAB organises events throughout the year, ranging from annual traditions, such as Homecoming and FEST (an outdoor concert and festival), to speakers, music, movies, comedy shows, and more. There are so many things to get involved with on campus that you will never be bored.
Benefit from expert support
To help you navigate your academic journey and career aspirations, DePaul University provides excellent student services such as academic advisors and career support.
Experience a career-focused education
DePaul is dedicated to your future success. With a curriculum that emphasises real-world experiences, you’ll have numerous opportunities for internships, real world experience and career events to help build your professional network. The Career Center offers extensive support, helping you connect with over 380 Fortune 500 companies that actively recruit at DePaul University.
#165 top national university
(US News & World Report, 2025)
Key facts
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Degree levels offered: Undergraduate and graduate
Intake terms:
- Undergraduate and postgraduate direct admit: Fall, winter, and spring
- Postgraduate direct admit: Summer (select programmes only)
Student population:
- 14,300 undergraduate students
- 6,900 graduate students
Student-to-faculty ratio: 16:1
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Apply now- Business Administration BSB
- Business Administration MBA
- Business Analytics MS*
- Artificial Intelligence MS*
- Computer Science BS*
- Computer Science MS*
- Cybersecurity BS*
- Cybersecurity MS*
- Data Science BS*
- Data Science MS*
- Game Programming BS*
- Game Programming MS*
- Health Informatics MS*
- Supply Chain Management MS*
*STEM-designated degrees
DePaul offers many STEM-designated degrees at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Completing these programmes may qualify international students to extend their post-graduation stay in the USA through Optional Practical Training (OPT). After finishing their programme of study and initial post-completion OPT, eligible F-1 students may apply for a STEM-OPT extension for a 24-month period. Refer to www.ice.gov/sevis for more information.
Students should talk with their DePaul advisors to confirm that their chosen programme is a STEM-designated degree.
"DePaul is very inclusive and diverse. If you just come to the Loop Campus and walk around, you will stumble upon a lot of people and you can see people who have come from different places, how they all have one thing in common. They all go to DePaul."
Anh from Vietnam
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