DePaul University

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DePaul University
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MottoViam sapientiae monstrabo tibi (Latin)
Motto in English
"I will show you the way of wisdom"
TypePrivate
Established1898
Religious affiliation
Catholic (Vincentian)
Endowment$900 million (2021)
PresidentRobert L. Manuel
ProvostSalma Ghanem
Students22,064 (2021)
Undergraduates14,145 (2021)
Postgraduates7,919 (2021)
Location, ,
CampusUrban
ColorsRoyal blue and scarlet
NicknameBlue Demons
AffiliationsNAICU, AJCU, CIC, ACCU
MascotDIBS
Websitewww.depaul.edu


DePaul University is a private university located in Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 1898 by the Vincentians, it is the largest Catholic university in the United States by enrollment. The university is named after Saint Vincent de Paul, the 17th-century French priest who dedicated his life to serving the poor.

History[edit | edit source]

DePaul University was established by the Congregation of the Mission (Vincentians) in 1898. The university was originally named St. Vincent's College and was located in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Chicago. In 1907, the institution was renamed DePaul University.

Campuses[edit | edit source]

DePaul University has two main campuses in Chicago:

Academics[edit | edit source]

DePaul University offers over 300 undergraduate and graduate programs across its ten colleges and schools:

Student Life[edit | edit source]

DePaul University has a vibrant student life with over 350 student organizations, including academic clubs, cultural groups, and service organizations. The university's athletic teams, known as the DePaul Blue Demons, compete in the Big East Conference.

Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]

DePaul University has a diverse and accomplished group of alumni, including:

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