DePaul University is the nation's largest Catholic university, with about 23,000 students and about 300 degree programs. Its partnerships throughout Chicago enable DePaul to provide an exceptional educational experience that is vibrant, pragmatic and socially engaged. Classes are small and taught by knowledgeable and experienced faculty members who take full advantage of Chicago’s corporate, cultural and community resources.

DePaul is nationally recognized for incorporating service learning throughout its curriculum and for the academic rigor and prominence of its programs. Founded in 1898 by the Congregation of the Mission (Vincentians), DePaul’s tradition of providing a quality education to students from a broad range of backgrounds, with particular attention to first-generation students, has resulted in one of the nation’s most diverse student bodies. With 10 colleges and schools, DePaul has campuses in Chicago’s Loop and Lincoln Park neighborhoods, three suburban locations, and degree programs in several nations. It is a member of the BIG EAST Conference in Division I sports.

Why DePaul - Lincoln Park Campus

DePaul’s Lincoln Park campus is just north of downtown Chicago and feels like a traditional university campus — quad and all. Lincoln Park is home to a sprawling lakefront park and some of the best restaurants in the nation. The neighborhood is a live music hub, with jazz clubs and leading rock venues. You’ll also find some of the best local bookstores, boutiques and grub. Frankly, just about anything you want is right around the corner.

Ranked one of the Best National Universities

U.S News & World Report (2018)

Named one of the nation's Best Value Colleges

Forbes (2017)

Academic Excellence

DePaul has more than 300 undergraduate majors and graduate programs, so chances are good they'll have what you’re looking for. Many of the professors work in Chicago as consultants, researchers and entrepreneurs, and incorporate their experiences in the classroom.

Professors Who Focus on You

You’ll actually get to know your professors — more than 98 percent of all classes are taught by faculty members, not teaching assistants.

Distinctively Diverse

Everyone isn’t the same at DePaul University. And that’s good. By nurturing diversity and intentionally incorporating multiple viewpoints into academic and student life, you’ll have a learning experience that better reflects — and prepares you for — the world.

Student Success

More than 90% of 2017 undergraduate and graduate degree recipients were employed, continuing their education or not seeking employment within six months of graduation.