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Delaware State University
Founded in 1891, Delaware State University is a public Historically Black College and University in the state capital of Dover. Delaware State is home to colleges of Humanities, Agriculture, Business, and Health Sciences conferring undergrad degrees in 42 academic majors. Additionally, DSU owns two farms and has received recognition as a Tree Campus USA from the Arbor Day Foundation. For musically-inclined students, Delaware State features numerous vocal and instrumental ensembles including the Approaching Storm Marching Band which plays for DSU athletic events.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Public
- Not for Profit
- HBCU
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Small city
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Regular Decision | February 1 | |
| Spring Regular Decision | November 1 |
Admitted Student Stats
11%
Submitting ACT
94%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 18
Average SAT Composite: 932
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
5,200
Total Number of Undergrads
4,399
Classroom Sizes
0
100
27%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
42%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
16:1
US National: 21:1Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $8,358 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $18,280 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $14,108 |
| Books and Supplies | $2000 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
77%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
47%
Average Aid Per Year
$9,633
47%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,192
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$6,327
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
73%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$7,214
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$18,302
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$248
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Size of Town
Small city
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Housing
0
100
63%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Hornets
School Colors
Columbia blue and red
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Philadelphia
Dover
New York
Washington
Baltimore
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$38,400
What Students Are Saying
delaware state university is a credible hbcu. through the orientations, campus visits, and interest meetings, you can learn a lot about the university. our goal is making our mark on the world.
delaware state university is one of the top historical black colleges in the u.s. this school has many majors to choose from. all students are welcome to visit and apply.
Shepherd from New Castle, DE
They are not the most organized school but no matter what I take pride in my school. I think every student there will have something they don't like (but that's any where). Overall it's a great school not too big, not to small.
Quintera from Newark, DE
I loved my first year at DSU. The school is family friendly and fun. Campus life is amazing!
Cheyna from Brooklyn, NY
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