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Delaware State University

Dover, DE • public • I | MEAC | FCS
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Acceptance
61.7%
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Grad Rate
39%
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Cost
$27,214 / $37,178

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Urban
Student Population
Undergrad: 5,397 • Total: 6,512
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
1200 N. Dupont Highway
Dover, DE
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Website
www.desu.edu
Region
Mid-Atlantic
Carnegie Classification
Bac/A&S: Baccalaureate Colleges – Arts & Sciences Focus

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 1,892 (35.1%) • Female: 3,505 (64.9%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 63 1.2%
Black/African American 3,906 72.4%
Hispanic/Latino 474 8.8%
White 444 8.2%
Two or More Races 323 6.0%
International 87 1.6%
Special Designation
Historically Black College or University (HBCU)

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
61.7%
4,651 admitted from 7,542 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
Test Flexible
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 440-550
Math: 420-520
Total: 860-1070
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
22-26
Application Types Offered
RD
Application Requirements
—
Application Fee
$35
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
RD: 05/01/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
38.7%
4-Year Graduation Rate
27.8%
Freshman Retention Rate
72.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
23.6:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$27,214
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$37,178
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $9,050
Out-of-state: $19,014
Room & Board
$16,664
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $11,135
$30,001-48,000 $12,452
$48,001-75,000 $15,701
$75,001-110,000 $17,633
$110,001+ $17,326
Students Receiving Pell Grants
71%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Conference
MEAC
Football
FCS
Men's Sports (4)
Baseball Basketball Football (FCS) Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
Women's Sports (11)
Basketball Bowling Equestrian Golf Lacrosse Other Sports Soccer Softball Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
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💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements
2.8 GPA / 17 ACT
In-State Awards
$1,000-$1,250/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$3,000/yr
4 automatic scholarships (12 total)
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Common questions about Delaware State University

What is Delaware State University's acceptance rate?
Delaware State University accepts 62% of applicants, from 7,542 applications.
How much does Delaware State University cost?
Tuition and fees are $9,050 in-state and $19,014 out-of-state. Families earning under $30,000 pay $11,135 on average after aid.
Does Delaware State University require SAT or ACT scores?
Delaware State University considers test scores but does not require them.
What ACT score do you need for Delaware State University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 22 and 26 on the ACT.
What is Delaware State University's graduation rate?
39% of students graduate within six years.