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AboutDePaul

The DePaul Difference

Mission-led, people-focused

For over 125 years, DePaul has been guided by one powerful question: “What must be done?”

 

Rooted in Vincentian values and guided by a clear vision, we believe success is inseparable from a commitment to community. Here, learning is never passive. Humanity is woven throughout our lessons, mentorships and discoveries—preparing students to lead with compassion and innovate with purpose.

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Designing DePaul: A Vision for Our Future

Through Designing DePaul, we are affirming our Catholic, Vincentian mission and charting a course for who we aspire to become.
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Mission: Forward

Help pave the way toward a brighter future for all

<div class="ck-content"><p style="margin-left:0.0px;">Mission: Forward is a global philanthropy campaign to elevate DePaul’s vision for purpose-driven education and community impact. From shaping a sustainable future to building economic opportunity in the heart of Chicago, empowering our students and faculty to build a better world starts with you.</p><p style="margin-left:0.0px;">Join Mission: Forward<strong> </strong>and be the difference.</p></div>

Real Stories of Impact
GLOBAL COMMUNITY
DePaul Global Conversations Link Students With Peers on Every Continent 
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BUSINESS LEADERSHIP
A Class Project Helped Launch My Sustainable Coffee Cup Business  
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CHICAGO PARTNERSHIPS
Students Shape Career Journeys With PRAD and the Chicago Bears 
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Join OUR COMMUNITY

Ready to Become a Blue Demon?

Tomorrow starts today

<div class="ck-content"><p><meta charset="utf-8" /><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Become part of a community that challenges, supports and celebrates you. Join a place you can call home, explore opportunities and grow with people who will support you every step of the way.</span></p></div>

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Layered Learning

What makes DePaul different?

Rigorous academics plus real-world learning, mentorship and community engagement prepare students to lead and make impact.
Service Learning

How does DePaul engage communities?

From Chicago service projects to global study programs, students build empathy, leadership and practical skills beyond the classroom.
Student Life

What’s it like to be a student?

We have a supportive, dynamic campus life that blends academics, clubs, athletics and Chicago experiences with lasting friendships and mentorship.