DePaul University admission decisions are based on a strong academic record as well as personal and occupational achievements, ambition, energy, resourcefulness and leadership. The University recognizes that each individual brings unique abilities to the DePaul community and works with each student to find the best fit for academic success. DePaul University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or handicap in admissions, employment, or the provision of services.

For information on application procedures, select the appropriate link below:

First-Year Student: You are under age 24 and have completed at least six semesters of high school.
 
Transfer Student: You are under age 24 and have completed college courses at a regionally accredited institution.  For policies governing transfer credit, please see Transfer Credit Regulations.
 
Graduate Student: You have an undergraduate degree and are applying for a graduate degree program, or are taking graduate courses (non-degree or as a student-at-large).
 
Adult/Adult Transfer Student: You are age 24 or over and are interested in an undergraduate degree or non-credit course work.
 
International Student: You have been educated outside of the United States and will submit international educational credentials as part of your application, and/or you are or will be in F-1 or J-1 visa status. Learn more.
 
Online Learning Student: You are interested in DePaul's online distance learning programs.
 
Non-Degree Student: You are interested in taking undergraduate courses for credit that will transfer to another institution (this includes high school students), for graduate school preparation, or for career advancement.
 
Readmitted Student: You are a former DePaul student previously enrolled in an undergraduate degree program who has been absent from the university for three or more consecutive quarters (excluding summer sessions).
 
CTI Dual Admission: You are interested in admission to both a community college and DePaul CTI simultaneously.