DSU Description

A historically black public university, Delaware State serves students of all races from throughout the world. Though it was established in the late 19th century, Delaware State has become more widely known in the past 50 years for its research and public service.

Delaware State offers a wide range of academics for a school of its size. In addition to its 50+ undergraduate programs, DSU has more than 30 master’s and doctoral programs. Its undergraduate college is divided into a number of departments, some of which include:

* Agriculture & Natural Resources
* English & Foreign Languages
* History, Political Science & Philosophy
* Chemistry
* Education
* Mass Communications
* Physics & Pre-Engineering

DSU handles admissions on a rolling basis, so you can apply anytime. However, to ensure priority for admission and financial aid, it’s advised that you apply as early as possible. The university offers merit scholarships for both in-state and out-of-state students who qualify.

As a member of NCAA Division I, Delaware State University is a part of the Mid-Eastern Athletic and Eastern Collegiate Athletic conferences. DSU competes in over 15 intercollegiate sports, including basketball, cross country, football, and indoor & outdoor track.

Quick Facts about Delaware State University

Location

Mid-Atlantic

Setting

Large Town Setting

Type

Public

Size

Medium (2,000 to 5,000 Undergrad)

Mascot

Hornets

Nickname

DSU

Website

www.desu.edu

On-Campus Housing Available

Yes

Selectivity

Highly Selective

In-State Tuition

$7,056

Out-of-State Tuition

$15,052

Retention Rate

67%

Enrollment

3,606

Year Established

1891

DSU Students

Full-Time Undergrad Students
3,159
Freshman Class
1,446
Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
3,606

Undergraduate vs. Graduate

Undergraduate
88%
Graduate
12%

Full-Time vs. Part-Time Students

Full-Time
73%
Part-Time
27%

Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State

In-State
22%
Out-of-State
78%

Gender of Students

Women
64%
Men
36%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
69%
Caucasian
11%
Latino
2%
Other
18%

Students State Origin

Delaware
22%
Maryland
12%
New York
9%
New Jersey
8%
Pennsylvania
6%
Other
43%

International Students

International
1%
Domestic
99%

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