Bachelor of Fine Art (BFA) in Scene Design
at DePaul University, Chicago

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Bachelor of Fine Art (BFA) in Scene Design
at
DePaul University
Overview

The DePaul University is a popular destination among international UG students interested in starting Bachelor of Fine Art (BFA) in Scene Design from abroad. The program lasts for a duration of 4 years. The Bachelor of Fine Art (BFA) in Scene Design program is considered part of the top ranked courses in USA. Candidates interested in pursuing the course must meet the eligibility criteria & secure valid scores in exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Duolingo. The interested students should fill the form as soon as possible because the application window opens for a short time only. The first year tuition fee for Bachelor of Fine Art (BFA) in Scene Design at DePaul University is around USD 45,030 (INR 4,322,430). Students must also plan for some other additional costs over the duration of studies such as rent, groceries, books, health insurance, etc. The average estimated cost of living at DePaul University is around USD 14,340 (INR 1,376,497).

Duration	4 years
Tuition & Fees	₹43.12 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	UG Degree

Bachelor of Fine Art (BFA) in Scene Design

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Bachelor of Fine Art (BFA) in Scene Design
at
DePaul University
Fees

For attending the DePaul University for Bachelor of Fine Art (BFA) in Scene Design, students have to pay the tuition fee as well as the living expenses. The DePaul University Bachelor of Fine Art (BFA) in Scene Design fee structure varies for domestic and international students.

Foreign students will have to pay USD 45,030 (INR 4,322,430) for the first-year of study. Other than the annual tuition fee, they will also have to cover the living expenses (includes housing, food, transportation, books and supplies, and other miscellaneous expenses), which is around USD 14,340 (INR 1,376,497) for overseas students. Based on the student’s lifestyle and purchasing power, the cost of living varies.

Refer to the table below for the breakdown of expenses for the DePaul University Bachelor of Fine Art (BFA) in Scene Design cost of attendance:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 43,11,639

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 13,73,060
Insurance	INR 2,29,801

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 95.75036 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 7ᵗʰ July 2026

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Bachelor of Fine Art (BFA) in Scene Design
at
DePaul University
Entry Requirements

Requirements for 12th grade Lock Icon

50%
Students must have passed a high school

The following curricular requirements are strongly recommended

Four years of English

Three years of mathematics course work equal to Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II

Three years of science, two of which must be lab science

Two years of social science

Two years of language study other than English
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TOEFL

Marks - 80/120
no subsection lower than 17

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PTE

No specific cutoff mentioned

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IELTS

Marks - 6.5/9
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Duolingo

No specific cutoff mentioned

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Bachelor of Fine Art (BFA) in Scene Design
at
DePaul University
Rankings

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#1401	World University QS, 2027
#169	National University US News & World Report, 2026

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DePaul University
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.7/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

63% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Friendly

Fun loving

Internships3.3

Part time work3

Post study jobs3.6

Quality of faculty4.1

Student Life4.1

Value for money3.7

Public transportation4.6

Safety3.4

Indian Food4

Permanent Immigration3.4

Anonymous

Master of Science in Computer Science - Batch of 2027

3.0

Adapting abroad has been a rewarding journey academically and culturally.

Tips: Students should be prepared for an academic environment that promotes independence critical thinking and research based learning. The transition was challenging at first because of differences in communication and lifestyle but with the support of both my peers and faculty, I adapted quickly.

Likes (Part time work): On campus jobs are available but competitive opportunities include working in the library dining services or as a teaching assistant. Off campus work is limited due to visa restrictions but my roles may be available under CAT.

Dislikes (Indian Food): There are some Indian restaurants nearb, the authenticity and variety of dishes are limited. Most places offer North Indian cuisine but South Indian or regional dishes are rare. There are also Chinese Italian and American restaurants in the area. The price range for these meals is 10-20.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1425

Prepping time for classes19 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2025Read more

Anonymous

Master of Science in Finance - Batch of 2025

4.5

Incredible experience of DePaul University.

Tips: This college is an amazing place. If you come regularly, you'll feel at home here. There are always events going on related to study and fun. There are so many courses to choose from, and you can apply for scholarships. But the best thing about this college is the people. There are so many people who are always ready to help every person who needs it.

Likes (Post study jobs): The college organises a career fair twice a quarter to help every student. They also help us to build resumes. I do not know much about companies but DePaul makes sure that DePaul students will get a higher level of post after study and get paid well.

Dislikes (Part time work): There are very few jobs available to international students, and they are highly competitive. There are only about 200 jobs available on campus, and there are about 3,000 applications for those jobs. International students are not allowed to work off campus, so it is imperative that they find a job on campus if they want to stay in the country.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1700

Prepping time for classes29 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2024Read more

Anonymous

MS in Supply Chain Management - Batch of 2026

4.2

Select the course wisely.

Tips: Before joining this college students should be aware of the course which they are choosing and how the location of the college is going benefit their course. The university is better than the other in this location and they provide various resources for the students so the student has to utilize these resources. The university keeps many events for networking so we have to put ourselves out there in order to grab the opportunity.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1000

Prepping time for classes34 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 60525

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2024Read more

Anonymous

Master of Science in Business Analytics - Batch of 2026

3.5

DePaul university has good visa acceptance rate

Tips: If you want to study in an urban setup then it's good. Other than that ROI is not that great. Public transportation of the city is brilliant and economical for students. However, the tuition cost is a bit higher than usual.

Likes (Public transportation): The CTA has done a great job of transportation CTA spells as Chicago public transport. 8 metro lines are there, and nearly 150 different routes of bus transportation. And we need to pay 105 to the university and they will give us a U pass which we can use in public transport.

Dislikes (Value for money): The tuition fees are high because we are studying in an urban setup and obviously we need to pay more to study here. Based on my experience I thought that studying in an urban setup would give more opportunities but it is not always the case. Lastly, your skills only matter.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 950

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 90750

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2024Read more

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Master of Science Human-Computer Interaction - Batch of 2024

3.1

Bittersweet experience, needs more industry exposure

Tips: There was a huge cultural shift but it was easy to blend in. I did get a scholarship when I got admitted to the university based on my profile as an undergrad. I'm quite satisfied with the quality of my education and the guidance from my advisors.

Likes (Quality of faculty): The faculty members that teach are industry working professionals and they give the students exposure to real-world problems. They are quite helpful as well in terms of doubt-solving and even take one-on-one sessions when discussing assignments. Highly appreciate it.

Dislikes (Part time work): It's very difficult to acquire one. As the application process is quite time-consuming and most of the jobs don't even inform you about the status of the application. It was a good experience overall. I am happy to attend and recommend it as a good option.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 950

Prepping time for classes21 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 150000

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2024Read more

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Bachelor of Fine Art (BFA) in Scene Design
at
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