DeVry University is a for-profit university founded in 1931 by Herman DeVry as a vocational training school in Chicago, Illinois, and now headquartered in Lisle, Illinois, under Adtalem Global Education. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), DeVry offers bachelor's and master's degree programs primarily in technology, business, and healthcare administration, delivered through online and in-person formats at campuses across the United States. The university has traditionally emphasized applied technical education, with programs in electronics engineering technology, computer information systems, health services administration, and business administration being among its core offerings. DeVry experienced significant enrollment decline from a peak of over 100,000 students in the early 2010s to under 30,000 today, amid broader scrutiny of the for-profit higher education sector including regulatory actions and a 2016 agreement with the Federal Trade Commission over deceptive advertising practices. The institution continues to offer practical, career-oriented programs designed for working adults seeking career transitions or advancement in technology and business fields. The Illinois campus, which serves as the primary reporting entity for federal data purposes, encompasses a large online student population from across the country. DeVry does not maintain traditional campus life amenities such as dormitories, student athletics, or Greek organizations.
Visa, OPT, H-1B alumni outcomes, and acceptance rates by country — sourced from FOIA, USCIS H-1B Hub, and DHS SEVIS.
The deep admissions playbook beyond the headline acceptance rate — round-by-round breakdowns, nationality data, requirements, and contact paths.
Domestic
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/yr
Out-of-State / Intl
$17,408
/yr
Beyond the sticker price — every named scholarship, the financial aid policy, need-aware notes, and a personalized net-cost estimate.
How life on campus actually feels — clubs, sports, traditions, housing realities, and how the school integrates with its city.
Where alumni go after graduation — top industries, grad-school continuation, and the qualitative outcomes story.
Sticker price (annual, out-of-state): $17,408
Net-cost estimate is US-resident-only — international applicants are typically excluded from need-based aid at most schools and should treat the sticker price as the planning baseline.
