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Delaware State University
Delaware State University is a Public, 4 Years+ school located in Dover, DE. The 2019 average net price at Delaware State University is $13,234. Acceptance rate is 49.17%. The school has a total enrollment of 4,586.
Mission StatementDelaware State University is a public, comprehensive, 1890 land-grant institution that offers...
Delaware State University is a public, comprehensive, 1890 land-grant institution that offers access and opportunity to diverse populations from Delaware, the nation, and the world. Building on its heritage as a historically black college, the University purposefully integrates the highest standards of excellence in teaching, research, and service in its baccalaureate, master's and doctoral programs. Its commitment to advance science, technology, liberal arts, and the professions produces capable and productive leaders who contribute to the sustainability and economic development of the global community.
Quick Facts

Major Airport
Location: | Dover, DE |
Student Body: | 4,586 |
Education Type: | 4 Years+ |
Funding: | Public |
Campus Type: | Urban |
Web Site: | www.desu.edu |
Acceptance Rate: | 49.17% |
Admission Details
Key Admissions DetailsAdmissions Deadlines, Start Dates
- Acceptance Rate: 49.17%
- Application Deadline: June 1, 2021
- International Students: 3%
- Application Fee: $35
Tuition and FeesYearly Tuition and Other Fees
In State Tuition: | $7,038 |
Out of State/International Tuition: | $16,074 |
In State Grad Tuition: | $5,160 |
Out of State Grad Tuition: | $11,376 |
Room and Board: | $11,433 |
Books and Supplies: | $1,900 |
Other Fees: | $830 |
Net Price In-District/State: | $13,234 |
Net Price Out-of-State: | n/a |
Student Body DataIncoming Class Data
- Most Recent Incoming Class: 1,047
- Men / Women Ratio: 343 / 704
- Median SAT Verbal Range: 440 - 520
- Median SAT Math Range: 400 - 490
- Median ACT Range: 17 - 22
International Student DataInformation for International Students
- Minimum TOEFL Score: n/a
- Minimum IETLS Score: 5.5
- % of International Students: 3%
- International Testing: Required
- Total International Students: 35
Required DocumentsTranscripts and Recommendations
- High School Transcript: Required
- Recommendations: Not Considered
- Admissions Tests Scores: Required
- Portfolio: Not Considered
Top 5 Popular Programs
- Parks, Leisure Studues: 12%
- Business, Management, Marketing: 12%
- Public Admin, Social Services: 11%
- Communication: 10%
- Social Sciences: 9%
Academic Programs
Delaware State University offers 124 Total Programs in Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate, Certificate Degree Levels. The most popular area of study for students are degrees in Parks, Leisure Studues. Choose an area to explore below to see detailed degree programs at each degree level.
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Bachelor's Degree ProgramsDelaware State University offers 88 Bachelor's Degree Programs
Agriculture
- Agricultural Business and Management, General Degree
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- Agriculture, General Degree
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Biological, Biomedical Science
- Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other Degree
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- Biology, Biological Sciences, General Degree
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- Neurobiology and Neurosciences, Other Degree
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- Neuroscience Degree
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Business, Management, Marketing
- Accounting Degree
- Online
- Campus
- Business Administration and Management, General Degree
- Online
- Campus
- Business, Managerial Economics Degree
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- Finance, General Degree
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- Hospitality Administration, Management, General Degree
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- Management Science Degree
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- Marketing, Marketing Management, General Degree
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Communication
- Broadcast Journalism Degree
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- Journalism Degree
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- Mass Communication, Media Studies Degree
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- Radio and Television Degree
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Computer Science
- Computer Science Degree
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Education
- Art Teacher Education Degree
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- Biology Teacher Education Degree
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- Business Teacher Education Degree
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- Early Childhood Education and Teaching Degree
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- Education, General Degree
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- Education, Other Degree
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- Educational Leadership and Administration, General Degree
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- Elementary Education and Teaching Degree
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- English, Language Arts Teacher Education Degree
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- Foreign Language Teacher Education Degree
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- Health Teacher Education Degree
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- Junior High, Intermediate, Middle School Education and Teaching Degree
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- Mathematics Teacher Education Degree
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- Music Teacher Education Degree
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- Physical Education Teaching and Coaching Degree
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- Physics Teacher Education Degree
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- Science Teacher Education, General Science Teacher Education Degree
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- Social Science Teacher Education Degree
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- Spanish Language Teacher Education Degree
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- Special Education and Teaching, General Degree
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- Special Education and Teaching, Other Degree
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- Teaching English As A Second Or Foreign Language, Esl Language Instructor Degree
- Campus
- Trade and Industrial Teacher Education Degree
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Engineering
- Engineering Physics, Applied Physics Degree
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English Literature
- English Language and Literature, General Degree
- Campus
Foreign Language, Literature
- French Language and Literature Degree
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- Spanish Language and Literature Degree
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Health Professions
- Community Health and Preventive Medicine Degree
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- Pre-Veterinary Studies Degree
- Campus
- Public Health Education and Promotion Degree
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- Public Health, General Degree
- Online
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- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, Other Degree
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- Registered Nursing, Registered Nurse Degree
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History
- American History (United States) Degree
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- History, General Degree
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- History, Other Degree
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Human Sciences
- Apparel and Textiles, General Degree
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- Consumer Economics Degree
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- Family and Consumer Sciences, Human Sciences, General Degree
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- Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General Degree
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Interdisciplinary Studies
- Historic Preservation and Conservation Degree
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Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other Degree
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Mathematics and Statistics
- Applied Mathematics, General Degree
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- Mathematics, General Degree
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Natural Resources, Conservation
- Environmental Science Degree
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- Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management Degree
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- Natural Resources Conservation and Research, Other Degree
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- Natural Resources Management and Policy Degree
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Parks, Leisure Studues
- Kinesiology and Exercise Science Degree
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- Sport and Fitness Administration, Management Degree
- Online
- Campus
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry, General Degree
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- Chemistry, Other Degree
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- Optics, Optical Sciences Degree
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- Physics, General Degree
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- Physics, Other Degree
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Psychology
- Psychology, General Degree
- Online
- Campus
Public Admin, Social Services
- Public Administration Degree
- Online
- Campus
- Social Work Degree
- Online
- Campus
Science Technician
- Biology Technician, Biotechnology Laboratory Technician Degree
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Social Sciences
- Criminology Degree
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- Political Science and Government, General Degree
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- Sociology Degree
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Transportation, Materials Moving
- Aeronautics, Aviation, Aerospace Science and Technology, General Degree
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- Aviation, Airway Management and Operations Degree
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Visual and Performing Arts
- Art, Art Studies, General Degree
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- Design and Applied Arts, Other Degree
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- Fine and Studio Arts Management Degree
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- Fine, Studio Arts, General Degree
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- Music, General Degree
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- Visual and Performing Arts, Other Degree
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Master's Degree ProgramsDelaware State University offers 20 Master's Degree Programs
Agriculture
- Agriculture, General Degree
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Biological, Biomedical Science
- Biology, Biological Sciences, General Degree
- Campus
- Neuroscience Degree
- Campus
Business, Management, Marketing
- Business Administration and Management, General Degree
- Online
- Campus
Computer Science
- Computer Science Degree
- Campus
Education
- Art Teacher Education Degree
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- Education, General Degree
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- Educational Leadership and Administration, General Degree
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Human Sciences
- Family and Consumer Sciences, Human Sciences, General Degree
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- Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General Degree
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Interdisciplinary Studies
- Historic Preservation and Conservation Degree
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Mathematics and Statistics
- Mathematics, General Degree
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Natural Resources, Conservation
- Natural Resources Conservation and Research, Other Degree
- Campus
- Natural Resources Management and Policy Degree
- Campus
Parks, Leisure Studues
- Sport and Fitness Administration, Management Degree
- Online
- Campus
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry, General Degree
- Campus
- Optics, Optical Sciences Degree
- Campus
- Physics, General Degree
- Campus
Public Admin, Social Services
- Public Administration Degree
- Online
- Campus
- Social Work Degree
- Online
- Campus
Doctorate Degree ProgramsDelaware State University offers 5 Doctorate Degree Programs
Biological, Biomedical Science
- Neuroscience Degree
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Education
- Educational Leadership and Administration, General Degree
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Mathematics and Statistics
- Applied Mathematics, General Degree
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Physical Sciences
- Chemistry, General Degree
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- Optics, Optical Sciences Degree
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Certificate ProgramsDelaware State University offers 2 Certificate Programs
Computer Science
- Computer and Information Systems Security, Information Assurance Degree
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Health Professions
- Substance Abuse, Addiction Counseling Degree
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Demographics & Outcomes
Graduation and RetentionGraduation and retention information
- Graduation Rate Within 150% of Time: 37%
- Graduation Rate Within 200% of Time: 43%
- 1st Year Retention: 71%
- Post Graduation Salary: $35,400
Student Body DemographicsDiversity and Age Data
- Total Students: 4,586
- Black Students: 68%
- White, non-Hispanic Students: 10%
- Hispanic Students: 6%
- Non-resident, alien: 6%
- Two or more races: 5%
- Unknown: 5%
- Asian Students: 1%
- American Indian, Alaska Native Students: <1%
- Native Hawaiian, Pacific Isl. Students: <1%