Description

Maybe it's the friendly, unpretentious nature of our students, faculty, and staff, or the upbeat spiritual perspective of the Oblates of Saint Francis de Sales, who have shaped the University and its character. Maybe it's because of our great academic programs, the personal atmosphere of our small suburban campus in Pennsylvania's scenic Lehigh Valley, and our supportive learning environment. At any rate, there's a remarkable experience to be found at DeSales University.

It is the mission of DeSales University to provide men and women with quality higher education according to the philosophy of Christian humanism as developed by Saint Francis de Sales and his spiritual heirs. The University imparts knowledge about, and develops talents for, personal, familial, and societal living. DeSales University enriches the human community and enhances the dignity of the individual through its educational endeavors. In its work, the University fosters a vital and respectful dialogue between Roman Catholic faith and human culture.

DeSales University exudes a sense of family and community. Getting to know others at DSU is incredibly easy. DeSales University overflows with opportunities for involvement which include athletics, campus ministry, community service, intramurals, recreation, residence life, and student activities.

Quick Facts

Location

Mid-Atlantic

Setting

Large Town Setting

Type

Private

Affiliation

Roman Catholic

Size

Medium (2,000 to 5,000 Undergrad)

Mascot

Bulldogs

Website

www.desales.edu

On-Campus Housing Available

Yes

In-State Tuition

$27,000

Out-of-State Tuition

$27,000

Selectivity

Selective

Enrollment

3,154

Students

Full-Time Undergrad Students
2,389
Freshman Class
378
Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
3,154

Undergraduate vs. Graduate

Undergraduate
75%
Graduate
25%

Full-Time vs. Part-time Students

Full-Time
100%
Part-Time
0%

Gender of Students

Women
53%
Men
47%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
1%
Asian
1%
Caucasian
52%
Latino
2%
Other
44%

International Students

International
0%
Domestic
100%