Delaware State University

Delaware State University Overview

Delaware State University is a public, state school in the suburban setting of Dover, Delaware. Delaware State University was founded in 1891 and the school enrolls around 4,353 students a year, which includes 4,051 undergrad students. Delaware State University offers housing for students. The majority of students live on campus, and first year-students are required to live in campus housing.

📆 Mark your calendar! February 1, 2023 is the final deadline to submit an application for the Fall 2023 semester.

There are many ways for students to get involved at Delaware State University!

Are you interested in music or performing? At Delaware State University you can join a campus band, sing in a chorus, or perform with one of the school's theater groups.

Interested in journalism or communications? Delaware State University students can write for the campus newspaper, host a radio show or be a producer for the student-run television channel.

Excited for Greek life? Delaware State University has fraternities and sororities.

Planning to play sports? Delaware State University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Delaware State University on the Student Life page.

2022 Delaware State University Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	45%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
Average GPA	3.1
Applicants Submitting SAT scores	92%
In-State Tuition	$7,038
Out-of-State	$16,960
Percent of Need Met	77%
Average First-Year Financial Aid Package	$11,863

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Is Delaware State University a Good School?

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There is no one way to define a "good" college or university. Admissions difficulty, admitted student statistics, tuition, and financial aid can all provide a sense of how selective a school is.

Let's take a closer look at these areas to get a clearer view of what Delaware State University offers and if it could be a good choice for you.

Delaware State University Acceptance Rate 2022

Delaware State University is moderately difficult to get into. Around 45% of applicants get into Delaware State University each year. Last year, 7,636 students applied to Delaware State University and 3,450 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Delaware State University

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. Retention measures how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Out of all the first-year, full-time undergrads who start at Delaware State University, around 71% come back the next year. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outcomes for Delaware State University Grads

Job placement stats are a good resource for understanding the value of a degree from Delaware State University by providing a look on how job placement has gone for other grads.

Check with Delaware State University directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Delaware State University

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

Delaware State University meets 77% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend Delaware State University full-time are awarded $11,863 a year in financial aid, on average.

The average student debt for graduates in the class of 2022 was around $36,812 per student, not including those with no debt. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA as soon as you can. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! No one should ever pay to fill out the FREE Application for Federal Student Aid, (FAFSA), so don't give your money (or info!) to any website that claim you do.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Delaware State University.

Based on this information, does Delaware State University seem like a good fit? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may not be the right school for another! So ask yourself: Is Delaware State University a good school for you?

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Where is Delaware State University Located?

Delaware State University is located in the suburban setting of Dover, Delaware.

If you want to see Delaware State University for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 95 (I-95) to Dover, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Philadelphia International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Delaware State University and Dover are like without leaving home.

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