Estimate Aid

Estimate your eligibility for financial aid

DePauw’s Net Price Calculator estimates a new first-year student’s Net Price, which is the total cost of attendance minus any grants and scholarships. Your Net Price estimate will usually be higher than what you’re billed, as it includes both Direct Costs (like tuition, fees, housing, and meals – what you’ll actually see on your bill) and Indirect Costs (like books, supplies and some personal expenses, which can vary by student).

For a better sense of your likely bill, review the Direct Costs in your results and subtract all grants and scholarships.

Eligible students who complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) can use up to $5,500 in student loans to help pay for college, and some may qualify for up to $3,000 in Work Study.

Have questions or need help breaking it down? Screenshot your results and email financial aid at financialaid@depauw.edu. We’re here to help you understand DePauw’s real cost.

Net Price Calculator

Average cost after financial aid (scholarships, grants and loans)

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Family income	Avg. financial aid	Avg. cost after financial aid
$0 - $39,999	$75,340	$0
$40,000 - $79,999	$73,094	$1,790
$80,000 - $119,999	$62,428	$11,977
$120,000 - $159,999	$52,450	$21,950
$160,000 - $199,999	$46,053	$28,347
$200,000+	$41,350	$33,050

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Estimate Aid: Frequently Asked Questions

The Net Price Calculator is a tool for prospective first-year students and families to estimate their cost of attendance after anticipated scholarships and grants. You can find it on the Estimate Aid page. See the Calculator button.

Your estimate is a planning tool; it includes both direct costs billed by DePauw and indirect expenses, so your actual bill is usually lower than the total estimate.

Eligible DePauw students who complete the FAFSA can use federal student loans and, in some cases, work-study to help pay remaining costs.

You can screenshot your calculator results and email DePauw's financial aid team, who will help you interpret the estimate and talk through next steps.