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Delaware State University

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$15,555Avg. Net Price
47%Grad Rate
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Delaware State University Stats

Enrollment Deposit
Student Population
Admissions
Location
About
Cost
Demographics
Outcomes

Enrollment Deposit

How much is DESU's enrollment deposit?

Delaware State University requires a deposit of $200 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

28.60%

Delaware State University is in the top 28.60% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

33.30%

Delaware State University is in the top 33.30% of colleges in the state of Delaware for deposit cost. 0.00% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

44.00%

Delaware State University is in the top 44.00% of Public, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 37.66% of public colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

Delaware State University educates a diverse community of 6,462 students, with 5,429 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 1,033 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

6,462


Total Undergraduates

5,429

Total Graduates

1,033


Full-Time vs Part-Time

83% Full-Time

17% Part-Time

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Admissions

The admission process at Delaware State University has a 62% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $35. Delaware State University has test required that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 970 and the average ACT score is 22.


Acceptance Rate

62%


Application Fee

$35


SAT

Students submitting SAT

26%

Total Score

400

1600

8601070

Reading and Writing

200

800

440550

Math

200

800

420520

ACT

Students submitting ACT

2%

Composite Score

0

36

2226

English

0

36

2125

Math

0

36

1725

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Location

Located in Dover, DE, Delaware State University offers students a accessible urban experience with all the advantages of a smaller city setting.


City

Dover


County

Kent County


State

Delaware


Country

United States


Urbanization

City: Small

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About

Delaware State University features a student-focused approach with a 18 : 1 student-faculty ratio, False values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

18 : 1


Religious Affiliation

False


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Public, 4-year or above


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Cost

Delaware State University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $15,555 with 96% of students receiving financial assistance including 43% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$15,555


Received Aid

96%


Pell Recipients

43%


Tuition

$4,272 In-State

$4,272 Out-of-State

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Demographics

The Delaware State University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 51% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
1,882 (35%)
Women
3,547 (65%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
265 (5%)
18-19
2,141 (43%)
20-21
1,540 (31%)
22-24
734 (15%)
Over 25
261 (5%)

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Outcomes

Delaware State University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 47% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

47%

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