Distinctly DePauw

DePauw is an elite, 100% residential, private university that believes in the power of the “liberal arts and.” You’ll graduate with an academic and experiential portfolio that shows what you’ve learned and how you’ve applied it. Small classes and access to accomplished faculty scholars who are leaders in their fields have been DePauw hallmarks for more than 180 years. The result? Leaders the world needs.

Gold Commitment: 100% Success

You’ll be employed or in grad school within 6 months after graduation, or we provide a first job opportunity or tuition-free term. Only at DePauw.

We've got your back

From Day 1: A faculty adviser, a student mentor, an alumni mentor, a 1st year dean, and co-curricular advisers guide your success.

Top 5 Study Abroad

We’re among the top 5 universities for study abroad participation; students especially love Winter and May Terms for off-campus study.

Well-Centered & Career-Ready

DePauw Centers are a great start for any student in any major to dive deep into business-readiness, networking and relationship-building.

Brains & Beauty

We're in Money's Top 30 Best U.S. Small Colleges (No. 3 in the Midwest) and our campus and Nature Park made Conde Nast’s Top 50 Most Beautiful.

30%
STUDENTS IN RESEARCH
19%
are First-Generation Students
84%
graduation rate
5th
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Faces of DePauw

From the desk to the campaign trail for the American presidency, at DePauw I am receiving the leadership tools and mentoring to confidently lead others and influence the issues of today.
Victoria Houghtalen, Student

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News

16 Oct

Indiana Pacers Pay Tribute to Co-Founder of the Team and the ABA, Dick Tinkham '54…... read more.
16 Oct

Murrow's Fears About Journalism, Expressed in Famous Speech 60 Years Ago, Were Justified:…... read more.

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Events

22 Oct

THE TIMOTHY AND SHARON UBBEN LECTURE read more.

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COLOMBIAN PRESIDENT AND 2016 NOBEL PEACE PRIZE WINNER JUAN MANUEL SANTOS COMING FOR OCT. 22 UBBEN LECTURE

Juan Manuel Santos, the president of Colombia since 2010 and the recipient of the 2016 Nobel Peace Prize, will visit DePauw University…
Why do leaves change color in the fall?

DePauw Nature Park Ecologist Vanessa Fox explains why leaves change color during the fall season in Indiana.
DEPAUW ANNOUNCES $2.6 MILLION IN LEAD GIFTS FOR RECTOR SCHOLARSHIP CENTENNIAL INITIATIVE

In support of DePauw University’s commitment to the success of each student, President Mark McCoy announced today $2.6 million in leadership…

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COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS

Connect intellectual rigor with life’s work in the College of Liberal Arts. Harness your passion and ability to address the world and its challenges, with majors in the arts, humanities, sciences and social sciences with the ability to create your own.

Tailor your program

SCHOOL OF MUSIC

Develop your musical and intellectual abilities as a performer and scholar in one of the nation’s first music schools. Innovate your craft under the guidance of seasoned faculty, collaborate with worldwide musicians, and be heard in multiple venues and public performance experiences.

Choose your path