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DeSales University

Center Valley, PA • private • III | Middle Atlantic Conferences
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Acceptance
78.6%
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Grad Rate
71%
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Cost
$60,285

Overview

Institution Type
private
Campus Setting
Suburban
Student Population
Undergrad: 2,920 • Total: 3,998
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
2755 Station Avenue
Center Valley, PA
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Website
www.desales.edu
Region
Northeast
Carnegie Classification
Bac/A&S: Baccalaureate Colleges – Arts & Sciences Focus

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 1,187 (40.7%) • Female: 1,733 (59.3%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 118 4.0%
Black/African American 139 4.8%
Hispanic/Latino 372 12.7%
White 1,668 57.1%
Two or More Races 57 2.0%
International 4 0.1%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
78.6%
2,857 admitted from 3,636 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
✓ Test Optional
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 550-650
Math: 540-640
Total: 1090-1290
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
24-28
Application Types Offered
RD
Application Requirements
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Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
RD: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
71.0%
4-Year Graduation Rate
61.5%
Freshman Retention Rate
81.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
22.0:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
$60,285
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
Tuition: $45,000
Room & Board
$13,800
Books & Supplies
$1,485
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $24,007
$30,001-48,000 $25,400
$48,001-75,000 $26,096
$75,001-110,000 $29,982
$110,001+ $34,878
Students Receiving Pell Grants
90%
Average Grant/Scholarship Aid
$30,524

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
III
Conference
Middle Atlantic Conferences
Men's Sports (8)
Baseball Basketball Cross Country Golf Lacrosse Soccer Tennis Track and Field (Outdoor)
Women's Sports (9)
Basketball Cross Country Field Hockey Lacrosse Soccer Softball Tennis Track and Field (Outdoor) Volleyball
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Common questions about DeSales University

What is DeSales University's acceptance rate?
DeSales University accepts 79% of applicants, from 3,636 applications.
How much does DeSales University cost?
Tuition and fees are $45,000. Families earning under $30,000 pay $24,007 on average after aid.
Does DeSales University require SAT or ACT scores?
DeSales University does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission.
What ACT score do you need for DeSales University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 24 and 28 on the ACT.
What is DeSales University's graduation rate?
71% of students graduate within six years.