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Undergraduate Tuition and Fees

Your Guide to Tuition Costs at DePaul
Tuition varies by program, credit hours and admittance year. But DePaul provides clear rates and estimates for fees, housing and books so you can know what to expect.

What is the Comprehensive Fee?

The Comprehensive Fee is a mandatory charge that supports student services, programs and resources. This fee is eligible for financial aid.

 

Quarterly

Annually (no summer)

Annually (including summer)

Full-Time Undergraduate

$300

$900

$1000

Part-Time Undergraduate

$200

$600

$700

Full-Time Graduate

$150

$450

$550

Part-Time Graduate

$100

$300

$400

Law School*

$150 (semester)

$300

$400

*This fee consolidates the Law Activity, LRAP and Law Journal fees. For more information about the comprehensive fee, visit the FAQ Page.

Tuition, Fees and Other Costs
Tuition and fees are set with careful consideration and may change as policies are reviewed. Students enrolled in 12–18 credit hours pay a package rate, which can save money, allow enrollment in more courses each term and help students stay on track in their program.

School

Per Term

Annually

Driehaus College of Business
College of Communication
Jarvis College of Computing and Digital Media
College of Education
College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

$15,592

$46,776

School of Music
The Theatre School

$16,312

$48,936

DePaul offers affordable degree pathways, with select programs at 25 percent discounted tuition.

Tuition Rates 2025-26

School of Continuing and Professional Studies

2025-2026 Per Hour Rates

Program Name

Per Hour

Business Administration (BAPS)

$531

Leadership Studies (BA)

$531

Computing (BAPS)

$531

Applied Behavioral Sciences (BA)

$531

Decision Analytics (BA)

$531

Healthcare Administration (BA)

$531

Non Profit Management (BAPS)

$531

Law School*

$531

Recreation and Sports Management (BAPS)

$531

DePaul’s School of Continuing and Professional Studies is committed to ensuring that completing your degree remains an affordable option. SCPS programs offer a discounted tuition rate of $531 per credit hour, which is approximately 25% lower than DePaul’s standard undergraduate, part-time tuition rate. In addition, all SCPS majors are eligible to apply Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) credit toward their degree at a reduced cost.

  • The Full-Time Term Package rate covers 12-18 credit hours.
  • The package rate is available in the Fall, Winter and Spring terms only.

What is the Comprehensive Fee?

The Comprehensive Fee is a mandatory charge that supports student services, programs and resources. This fee is eligible for financial aid.

 

Quarterly

Annually (no summer)

Annually (including summer)

Full-Time Undergraduate

$300

$900

$1000

Part-Time Undergraduate

$200

$600

$700

Full-Time Graduate

$150

$450

$550

Part-Time Graduate

$100

$300

$400

Law School*

$150 (semester)

$300

$400

*This fee consolidates the Law Activity, LRAP and Law Journal fees. For more information about the comprehensive fee, visit the FAQ Page.

Helpful Links and Resources
DePaul is committed to transparency, sharing all fees and expenses beyond tuition. Some fees like the Student Activity and athletic fees, aren’t charged in summer and costs may change. This clarity helps you plan with confidence.
Cost of Attendance and Living Expenses

<div class="ck-content"><p>Your primary expenses for attendance and living at DePaul may include tuition, mandatory fees, housing, meals and more. This overview helps you and your family understand the full cost.</p></div>

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