DePauw University Reviews

The is no off-campus housing at...

The is no off-campus housing at DePauw. Most students tend to live in Greek houses after freshman year, but there are other options for independents. The University owns several houses and duplexes in the campus area, but the lottery is all luck of the draw and residential (non-dorm) housing is limited.

Freshmen are required to purchase...

Freshmen are required to purchase laptops upon arrival to DePauw, either a Mac or a PC. We have WiFi located in every spot on campus. There are available computer labs for use. There is printing allowed on campus, and we are given a quota for every semester. It's pretty high, since I don't hear many people complain about it.

There is no off-campus housing....

There is no off-campus housing. There are plenty of awesome housing options, but because of the housing lottery there is the potential to get screwed over if you are a Greek student attempting to live outside of the sorority/fraternity houses.

The Internet system is really...

The Internet system is really good, and there are rarely problems with Internet or computer services. It depends on what kind of computer you buy, also. Students bring their own laptops, because a lot of work and assignments are posted online or emailed.

Students are required to purchase...

Students are required to purchase a laptop as a portion of their tuition when entering DePauw. Thus, everyone has their own laptop, and I have never had a problem finding an open computer in any of the buildings on campus. Also, we have WiFi all over campus, and also in many buildings and restaurants in Greencastle.

DePauw implements a mandatory...

DePauw implements a mandatory laptop policy. Each first-year student has to either buy a Dell or a MacBook through DePauw, or you are on your own with buying your own laptop. I would say do your research on good, quality laptops that will last you well past four years.

We do not offer off-campus...

We do not offer off-campus housing, but the apartments and duplexes available through the school are very convenient and are pretty nice to live in!

When coming to DePauw, chances are...

When coming to DePauw, chances are you'll meet your future spouse. The small population is filled with intelligent, attractive, and highly motivated people from similar backgrounds who spend four years getting to know one another very closely. Hookups are common, but serious relationships that form tend to last for a long time. It's very common for DePauw students to marry other DePauw students.

The network is not too bad;...

The network is not too bad; however, there are a few times in the semester when the Internet is down due to system work. I have never had a problem getting into a computer lab, so they are never overly crowded. DePauw mandates that each student own a laptop computer, which I believe is a smart move. I have had a laptop all four years at DePauw, and it has been very beneficial to be able to take my work with me wherever I go. Additionally, the campus is wireless, so you can connect to the Internet almost anywhere with a wireless card.

DePauw recruits students from all...

DePauw recruits students from all over world, ranging from Granville, Ohio to Pakistan.

I can’t wait to live in Rector...

I can’t wait to live in Rector Village.

I have had amazing professors at...

I have had amazing professors at DePauw. Every professor I have had has been completely open and helpful. If I ever need help, I have no qualms about visiting with professors.

I really enjoy DePauw. I have met...

I really enjoy DePauw. I have met some very open people, I have been exposed to new cultures and ideas, and I feel that I will receive a valuable education here. Most importantly, I feel comfortable here.

It’s been amazing so far, but I’m...

It’s been amazing so far, but I’m looking forward to breaking it up by going abroad for a semester. I rarely wish I were somewhere else. The people are what make it what it is.

I am thankful that I can go out at...

I am thankful that I can go out at DePauw, and not only meet new people with whom I’ll come in contact again, but also see more than an occasional familiar face. I also enjoy getting to be a key part in my small classes. I could never speak out in a discussion group of 100, but I can easily give my input in a seminar of 14.

I have absolutely loved my...

I have absolutely loved my experience at DePauw so far. I wish I wasn’t a senior so I could stay here for three or four more years. It has been the greatest experience of my life, thus far.

Greek Life is huge at DePauw (85...

Greek Life is huge at DePauw (85 percent of students are Greek-affiliated). Most parties occur in the Greek houses, yet everyone (Greek or not) is invited to parties. You do not have to be Greek at DePauw to have fun.

I know I’m getting a good...

I know I’m getting a good education that will help me after college. Do I wish there was more to do here? Yes. Do I wish it were bigger? Yes. But I chose to come here, and I haven’t done anything about it yet, so I’m having fun.

It's not very diverse racially,...

It's not very diverse racially, but the financial diversity is much greater than it's given credit. Most students are on financial aid of varying degrees.

Bring a car or quickly find...

Bring a car or quickly find someone who has one if you plan on going anywhere in town. Otherwise, everything on campus can be reached in less than a 10-minute walk. Safe-Ride is fairly unreliable if you're a guy, but they are very good about picking up girls who want to get to the frats on weekends or get back to the dorms from the library on snowy nights.

Weather changes here throughout...

Weather changes here throughout the day. The morning can be cool, then the afternoon can be hot, then a chilly evening.

We have four distinct seasons.

The weather is typical of Midwest...

The weather is typical of Midwest with the four changing seasons. By the time October rolls around, sweaters and pants are a must. When winter hits, you better have an ice scraper and big coat, scarf, and gloves. The spring is beautiful, and the campus is bright green; most students are clad in shorts and T-shirts or tank tops.

Bring a raincoat and warm clothes...

Bring a raincoat and warm clothes for the winter.

Indiana is pretty typical...

Indiana is pretty typical mid-western weather. It is very hot and humid in the summer—June, July, and August—but starts to cool off in the beginning of September. Fall is the best season, I think, because it is dry, cool, and much milder than the other seasons. Winter is cold and snowy, and spring is usually pretty damp and cool. Bring everything from sandals and shorts to thermal pants and parkas!