DePaul University is a private Catholic research university located in Chicago, Illinois. Established in 1898 by the Congregation of the Mission (Vincentians), it is named after Saint Vincent de Paul. As of fall 2023, the university enrolls approximately 14,500 undergraduate and 7,900 graduate students.
DePaul operates two campuses in Chicago:
- Lincoln Park Campus: Situated in the Lincoln Park neighborhood, this campus houses the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, the School of Music, and the Theatre School, among others.
- Loop Campus: Located in downtown Chicago’s Loop district, this campus includes the College of Business, the College of Computing and Digital Media, and the College of Law.
The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, including business, computing, education, law, music, and theater. DePaul is known for its commitment to diversity, with students representing all 50 U.S. states and over 118 countries.
In athletics, DePaul’s teams, known as the Blue Demons, compete in NCAA Division I sports as part of the Big East Conference. The men’s basketball team has made 18 NCAA tournament appearances and reached two Final Fours.
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