Overview
Student Population
Located in Dover, Delaware, Delaware State University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 11,317 prospective students applied, and 4,452 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,001 enrolled in the school. 4,136 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 603 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2020/2021, excluding room and board, is $7,038 plus fees of $1,320. Delaware State University is ranked 837 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2022 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Delaware State University is rated within the lower 30% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Delaware State University within the 2022 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#837 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#360 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Colleges in Delaware
#2 in Best Public Colleges in Delaware
#5 in Best Value Colleges in Delaware
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 810/1010 |
| ACT | 17/22 |
| GPA | 3.09 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jun 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | High |
| Application Fee | $35 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Delaware Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $2,000 |
| Other Fees | $1,320 |
| Room and Board | $13,068 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,450 |
| Total One Year Cost | $25,876 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $2,000 |
| Other Fees | $1,320 |
| Room and Board | $13,068 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,450 |
| Total One Year Cost | $35,798 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 15% |
| Psychology | 13% |
| Communication | 12% |
| Social Sciences | 10% |
| Health Professions | 10% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=130934 IPEDS survey data for Delaware State University.
Current students may use the Delaware State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.