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Delaware State University
Dover,
DE
•4-Year Public•
Acceptance Rate45%
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About Delaware State University
Delaware State University is a public, state university in the suburb of Dover, Delaware. Delaware State University was founded in 1891. The college enrolls around 4,353 students a year, including 4,051 undergraduates.
2018 Acceptance Rate for Delaware State University
It is moderately difficult to get into Delaware State University. In 2018, Delaware State University accepted 45% of applicants. In 2018, 3,450 out of 7,636 total applicants were accepted.
| Delaware State University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 45% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.1 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 92% |
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Delaware State University is located in the town of Dover, Delaware,.
If you want to see Delaware State University for yourself, 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.
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College Info
Delaware State University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Feb 1
Transfer Applications are Due
May 1
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Delaware State University is Feb 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Delaware State University is May 1.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Delaware State University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
Not available
Math SAT Range
400 - 490
Reading SAT Range
420 - 500
Delaware State University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$20,246
In State$30,168
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$7,038
$16,960
Fees
$1,320
$1,320
Housing
$11,888
$11,888
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Delaware State University is like? There are approximately 4,353 students enrolled at Delaware State University, including 4,051 undergraduate students and 302 graduate students. 88% percent of students attend school full-time, 49% percent are from DE and 51% percent of students are from other states.
88%
Full Time12%
Part Time49%
In State51%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
4,353
Campus Setting
Suburban
Acceptance Rate
45%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Feb 1
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