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Delaware State University

1200 N. Dupont Highway, Dover, DE 19901

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Delaware State University School Description

The State College for Colored Students, now known as Delaware State University, was established May 15, 1891 by the Delaware General Assembly under the provisions of the Morrill Act of 1890 by which land-grant colleges for Blacks came into existence in states maintaining separate educational facilities.

Delaware State University is a public, comprehensive, 1890 land-grand institution. The mission of the University is to provide for the people of Delaware, and others who are admitted, meaningful and relevant education that emphasizes both the liberal and professional aspects of higher education. Within this context, the University provides educational opportunities to all qualified citizens of this State and other states at a cost consistent with the economic status of the students as a whole. While recognizing its historical heritage, the University serves a diverse student population with a broad range of programs in instruction, service, and research, so that is graduates will become competent, productive, and contributing citizens.

Your home away from home is the 400-acre DSU campus: a comfortable, safe, friendly place, complete with every service and facility you’ll need.

You’ll never have to leave campus, but you’ll want to venture out into the communities beyond:

* The surrounding city of Dover is Delaware’s best-kept secret—full of history, culture, and entertainment.
* Delaware is located within a few hours of both the nation’s capital, Washington, D.C., and the nation’s financial and cultural capital, New York City.

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Delaware State University

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Delaware State University (also referred to as Del State or DESU), is a historically black, public university located in Dover, Delaware with two satellite campus sites in Wilmington, Delaware and Georgetown, Delaware. It is the second-largest university in the state (behind the University of Delaware) and encompasses six colleges and a diverse population of undergraduate and advanced degree students.

Academics

The university consists of six colleges: College of Mathematics, Natural Sciences and Technology; School of Business; College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; College of Health and Public Policy; College of Education; and College of Agriculture and Related Sciences. As of 2008, the university has approximately 3,700 total enrolled students, of which about 340 are graduate students. There are 168 faculty members in 21 academic departments. Of this number, 140 have doctorate degrees and 40 have reached the academic rank of full professor.

The university offers 64 undergraduate degrees, 21 graduate degrees, and at least six doctoral degrees (applied mathematics, mathematical physics, applied chemistry, neuroscience, optical physics, and doctorate programs in education). The school also offers several cooperative and dual degree programs. Students receive instruction in classes with a 20:1 student/ faculty ratio. About 83 percent of undergraduates receive scholarships, grants, loans, or work-study income. DSU has an Honors Program and an Honors Curriculum and a MARC (Minority Access to Research Careers) Program to increase the number of students in science and interested in obtaining PhD degrees in biology, chemistry, physics, and psychology.

In addition to satisfying the requirements for the major or majors and any minor, all undergraduates are required to complete the General Education Program which includes: seven core courses, twelve foundation courses (across the curriculum), and the Senior Capstone Experience.

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Mid-Atlantic
Setting:
Large Town Setting
Type:
Public
Size:
Medium (2,000 to 5,000 Undergrad)
Mascot:
Hornets
Nickname:
DSU

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
3,440
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
99%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 13,100
Students Receiving Aid:
91%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$ 25
Selectivity:
Highly Selective
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Delaware State University Degree Programs

Bachelor’s Degree Programs

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Master’s Degree Programs

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Delaware State University Students & Campus Life

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 99%
Part-Time 1%
Men vs. Women
Women 63%
Men 37%
Race/Ethnicity
African-American 77%
Caucasian 13%
Other 8%
Hispanic 1%
Asian 1%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
Out-of-State 74%
In-State 26%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Delaware 26%
New Jersey 18%
Maryland 16%
Pennsylvania 11%
New York 9%
Percent of Students International: 0%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 70%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: Yes

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NCAA
Sports Include: Football (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)
Basketball (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)
Baseball (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)
Track (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)

Delaware State University Expenses (Tuition & Fees)

Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) In-State Out-of-State  
Published Tuition and Fees:
 $ 6,146 $ 13,100  
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 5,366 $ 12,320  
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 780 $ 780  
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
 $ 2,996 52%  
State and Local Grants:
 $ 2,413 28%  
Institutional Grants:
 $ 5,406 23%  
Student Loans:
 $ 7,536 74%  
Any Aid:
   91%  

Delaware State University Admissions

Acceptance Rate: 43% (Highly Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 92%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 390, Math: 380
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 470, Math: 470
ACT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting ACT Scores: 14%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Composite: 15, Verbal: 13, Math: 15
Top 75th Percentile: Composite: 20, Verbal: 20, Math: 18

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $ 25.00
Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Not Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Recommended
High School GPA: Required
High School Rank: Not Required
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Not Required
TOEFL: Required
Test Scores: Required

College Advice on Delaware State University

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pookeykm
pookeykm

Question: who are some famous graduates of Delaware state University?

maybe celebritys,athletes, etc
40 months ago
Leslie
Leslie

Best Answer

I found some more information for you on Delaware State University. I hope you find some interesting things here! According to the first link (the HBCU Network), there is some history behind the school. This part is largely historical: "The State College for Colored Students, now known as Delaware State University, was established May 15, 1891 by the Delaware General Assembly under the provisions of the Morrill Act of 1890 by which land-grant colleges for Blacks came into existence in states maintaining separate educational facilities. Through the conservative and practical planning of the Board of Trustees appointed by Governor Robert J. Reynolds of Delaware, the College was launched upon its mission of education and public service on February 2, 1892. Five courses of study leading to a baccalaureate degree were offered: Agricultural, Chemical, Classical, Engineering, and Scientific." For a famous person, I found something interesting from the second link I have provided. It is a press release about a co-chaplain for the Philadelphia Eagles: "DOVER , Del. - Rev. Theodore Winsley, DSU class of 1993, who now serves as a co-chaplain for the Philadelphia Eagles will be the guest preacher at the regular 10 a.m. Sunday worship service this week (Oct. 23) at Crossroad Christian Church, located on Dupont Highway (U.S. 13) located just south of Cheswold and about one miles north of Dover ." Hope this helps you! :)
Nell <carnellambrose>
Nell

Question: Can you finish out a degree at one university and still graduate from the original?

I am interested in finishing my Mathematics degree here in NYC. I attended Delaware State university for 4 years and was a Resident Advisor for 3...I want to know after I transfer credits to finish is it still possible because I love Del State.
46 months ago
HoneySuite
Honey...

Best Answer

You would have to check with the original university. If you have completed most of the requirements for graduation at Delaware State, you will have to have them approve the classes you intend to take in NYC for completion of your degree. There are many differences between courses at different colleges and the college has to decide whether the courses you intend to take meet their requirements. In this case, you DON'T want to transfer your credits to the NYC college - that would assume you want to graduate from the NYC college and you do not want to "matriculate"; you just want to finish your degree at Delaware State with courses taken at a different school. Please speak to Delaware State before taking any action.
small1der
small1der

Question: Does anyone know anything about Delaware State University in Dover, DE?

46 months ago
Taomeister
Taome...

Best Answer

Some people (see first two posts) are so shallow. I lived in Dover for many years and DELstate is not too far. It's not a large school, but it's not that bad. Dover's a quiet town except when Nascar season comes around, as Dover Downs is right across the highway from the University, and there are 2-3+ races a year. The malls and shopping centers are close by as well, and the beaches are a 40-50 minute drive away. The best part about DE is that buying anything is tax-free ;P

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