Resources for New/Incoming Students

You have so much to look forward to in college — don't let paying for it stress you out. With this list of resources, you'll get all the information you need to feel at ease about financing your DePaul education.

  • Financial Aid Overview — It's time to do your research. Get started with an understanding of the basics of financial aid.
  • Apply for Aid — Have you completed all the required steps to be considered for financial aid?
  • Types of Aid — Scholarships, grants, federal loans, private loans… There are a lot of options for financing your education. Explore them all here.
  • Submit an Appeal — If you've had a change in income, expenses or circumstances, you can submit an appeal for additional financial aid.
  • Financial Aid TV — Watch short videos covering financial aid eligibility, FAFSA requirements, grant programs and everything in between.
  • Receive Aid — Learn how — and when — your aid is disbursed to your student account.
  • Using Campus Connect — Use DePaul's online portal to check for notifications regarding your financial aid award status and tuition due date.
  • Maintain Eligibility — Staying on track is just as important as securing aid in the first place. Learn how to remain eligible for the aid you receive once you've started classes at DePaul.
  • Contact Us — We expect you to have questions, and we're here to answer them.

Are you the parent or guardian of an incoming student? Explore Resources for Parents.