Tuition & Fees
Fees for 2025-2026 Academic Year
Payment Plan
Payment Information
Delaware State University accepts student payments in the form of cash, check, credit card, or electronic transfer, with the exception of American Express.
Undergraduate
Full-time Student Tuition Fees
The amounts below include the mandatory fees for every full-time student which are the Student Activity Fee, Student Center Complex Fee, Technology Fee, and Athletic Fee.
| IN-STATE | FALL | SPRING | YEARLY TOTAL |
|
Full-Time |
$4,796.50 | $4,796.50 | $9,593 |
| Total Fees | $810 | $810 | $1,620 |
|
Student Health Insurance Fee |
$532 | $532 | $1,064 |
| Totals | $6,138.50 | $6,138.50 | $12,277 |
| OUT-OF-STATE | FALL | SPRING | YEARLY TOTAL |
| Full-Time (12-18 credit hours) |
$9,792 | $9,792 | $19,584 |
| Total Fees | $810 | $810 | $1,620 |
| Student Health Insurance Fee (12 or more credit hours)* |
$532 | $532 | $1,064 |
| Totals | $11,134 | $11,134 | $22,268 |
All fees are subject to change
Fees are applied on a per-semester basis
*Students with adequate health insurance coverage may be able to opt/waive out of this fee. More information on opting out or activating student health insurance coverage.
Part-time Students
| (1-11 credit hours) | IN-STATE | OUT-OF-STATE |
| Per Credit Hour | $389 | $811 |
| Registration Fee | $50 | $50 |
| Technology Fee | $250 | $250 |
| Student Center Complex Fee (Pro-rated based on total number of credit hours) |
$225 | $225 |
| Student Activity Fee (Pro-rated based on total number of credit hours) |
$135 | $135 |
| Athletic Fee (Part-Time) | $150 | $150 |
All fees are subject to change
Fees are applied on a per-semester basis
DSU Online Undergraduate
| TUITION AND FEES | |
| FALL AND SPRING | |
| 0-3 Credit Hours | $504 per credit hour 3 hrs = $1,512 |
| 4-6 Credit Hours | $483 per credit hour 6 hrs = $2,898 |
| 7-9 Credit Hours | $463 per credit hour 9 hrs = $4,167 |
| 10-12 Credit Hours | $451 per credit hour 12 hrs = $5,412 |
| 13-15 Credit Hours | $449 per credit hour 15 hrs = $6,735 |
| 16-18 Credit Hours | $446 per credit hour 18 hrs = $8,028 |
| Registration Fee | $50 each semester |
| Distance Ed. Fee | $50 per class |
All fees are subject to change
Fees are applied on a per-semester basis
Student Meal Plan Options
(Dormitory students MUST select one option from below.)
| FALL | SPRING | YEARLY TOTAL | |
| 19 Meal **($200 Flex) | $2,732.97 | $2,732.96 | $5,465.93 |
| 200 Block ($225 Flex) | $2,676.30 | $2,676.30 | $5,352.60 |
|
125 Block ($150 Flex) |
$2,514.57 | $2,514.56 | $5,029.13 |
| Hornet Dollars* | $1112.68 | $1,112.67 | $2,225.13 |
|
75 Block PLUS * |
$916.11 | $916.10 | $1,832.21 |
| 50 Block PLUS * ($150 Flex) |
$683.54 | $683.53 | $1,367.07 |
** Required for all Residential Freshmen Students
Meal plan yearly totals do NOT include summer sessions
* Option available only to off-campus, commuters, faculty and staff
Housing
All students who reside in University Housing are required to be enrolled in at least 12 credit hours per semester. Students who are enrolled in less than 12 credit hours per semester will be assessed a part-time boarder fee to adjust the student’s account to reflect full-time charges.
Boarding Students:
BOARDING STUDENTS: Freshmen are assigned rooms in traditional residence halls, which are co-ed facilities. Upperclassmen, in traditional housing assignments, have the option to apply for the other University housing once a minimum of 27 credit hours have been obtained.
Traditional Residence Halls
| PER SEMESTER | PER YEAR | |
| Evers/Jenkins | $3,955.50 | $7,911 |
| Warren-Franklin Hall | $4,247.00 | $8,494 |
| Wynder Towers | $4,247.00 | $8,494 |
| Williams Hall Single (DSU Downtown) | $5,769.00 | $11,592 |
| Carpenter Hall (DSU Downtown) | $3,299.00 | $6,598 |
| Gooding Hall Single (DSU Downtown) | $5,796.00 | $11,592 |
Living and Learning Commons
| PER SEMESTER | PER YEAR | |
| Double | $4,530.50 | $9,061 |
University Courtyard
| PER SEMESTER | PER YEAR | |
| Two Bedrooms/Two Bath | $6,883.00 | $13,766 |
| Four Bedrooms/Two Bath | $5,906.50 | $11,813 |
University Village Apartments
| PER SEMESTER | PER YEAR | |
| One Bedroom/One Bath | $7,239.50 | $14,479 |
| Two Bedrooms/Two Bath | $6,883.00 | $13766 |
| Two Bedrooms/One Bath | $5,354,50 | $10,709 |
| Four Bedrooms/Two Bath | $5,150.50 | $10,301 |
| Two Bedrooms/One Bath Suite | $4,899.00 | $9,798 |
Tubman Laws Hall
| PER SEMESTER | PER YEAR | |
| Four Bedroom Suite | $5,872.50 | $11,655 |
| Two Bedroom Suite | $6,142.50 | $12,785 |
| Four Bedroom/Two Bath (kitchenette) | $6,358.00 | $12,716 |
Malmberg Hall (DSU Downtown)
| PER SEMESTER | PER YEAR | |
| Two Bedroom Suite | $4,964.50 | $9,929 |
| Efficiency/1 BR w/Kitchen | $6,533.00 | $13,066 |
| 1 BR w/Kitchenette | $6,533.00 | $13,066 |
ZIMMERMAN HALL (DSU Downtown)
| PER SEMESTER | PER YEAR | |
| Double Residence – 2 BR/2 Bath w/Kitchen | $6,688.50 | $13,377 |
Housing Deposit: A $200.00 housing deposit is required to secure your housing assignment for the academic year. Housing is available on a first-come, first-served basis. The housing deposit is non-refundable if not received by June 30.
Security Deposit/Application Fee: A $300.00 security deposit and a $100.00 application fee are required to secure your housing assignment in the University Courtyard or the University Village apartment complexes. The application fee is non-refundable.
Winter
| IN-STATE | OUT-OF-STATE | |
| Per Credit Hour | $246 | $517 |
| Registration Fee | $50 each semester | |
| Distance Ed. Fee | $50 per class |
Summer
| TUITION AND FEES | In-State | Out-of-State |
| Per Credit Hour | $246 | $517 |
| Registration Fee | $50 | $50 |
| Technology Fee | $35 | $35 |
| Student Center Complex Fee | $225 | $225 |
| MEAL PLANS | |
| 19 Meal ($200 Flex) | $2,732.97 |
| 200 Block ($225) | $2,676.30 |
| 125 Block ($150 Flex) | $2,514.57 |
| TRADITIONAL HOUSING | |
| SUMMER HOUSING per session | $800 |
| SUMMER HOUSING per semester | $1,600 |
Tuition and Fees | Dover
| IN-STATE | OUT-OF-STATE | DOCTORAL | |
| Per Credit Hour | $455 | $948 *$455 |
$675 |
| Registration Fee | $60 | $60 | $60 |
| Technology Fee | $55 | $55 | $55 |
| Athletic Fee | $35 | $35 | $35 |
| Graduate Student Activity Fee (pro-rated based on total number of credit hours) | $60 | $60 | $60 |
| Totals (with one credit hour) | $665 | $1,158 | $885 |
*Extended to residents of VA, NJ, DC, MD and NY
All fees are subject to change
Fees are applied on a per-semester basis
Tuition and Fees | Wilmington
| MBA | Public Administration |
Social Work, Sport Administration |
|
| Per Credit Hour | $550 | $480 | $455 |
| Registration Fee | $60 | $60 | $60 |
| Technology Fee | $55 | $55 | $55 |
| Athletic Fee | $35 | $35 | $35 |
| Graduate Student Activity Fee (pro-rated based on total number of credit hours) | $60 | $60 | $60 |
| Totals (with one credit hour) | $760 | $690 | $665 |
All fees are subject to change
Fees are applied on a per-semester basis
Tuition and Fees | DSU Online
| MBA | MSN, Leadership Studies, Public Health, Psychology | Public Administration |
Social Work, Sport Administration |
|
| Per Credit Hour | $550 | $500 | $480 | $455 |
| Registration Fee | $60 | $60 | $60 | $60 |
| Technology Fee | $55 | $55 | $55 | $55 |
| Distance Education Fee (per class | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 |
| Totals (with one credit hour) | $715 | $665 | $645 | $620 |
All fees are subject to change
Fees are applied on a per-semester basis
Tuition and Fees | MOT Program
| MOT | FY26 | Fall 2025 | Spring 2026 | Program Fees | Level IIA & IIB Fieldwork |
| Year 1 | $35,913 | $13,272 | $15,168 | $1,785 | $5,688 |
| Year 2 | $28,579 | $9,480 | $11,376 | $2,035 | $5,688 |
| Total Cost | $64,492 | $22,752 | $26,544 | $3,820 | $11,376 |
* Tuition & Fees subject to change.
Student Health Insurance Fee*
| Fall | Spring | Yearly Total |
| $532 | $532 | $1,064 |
* 12 or more credit hours. Students with adequate health insurance coverage may be able to opt/waive out of this fee. More information on opting out or activating student health insurance coverage.
SENIOR CITIZEN’S FEE WAIVER
SENIOR CITIZEN’S FEE WAIVER: To obtain a senior citizens waiver of tuition, a student must be sixty (60) years of age or older and must present proof of age to the Office of Student Accounts. The waiver is for tuition only and the student is responsible for any additional fees. ONLY STUDENTS ENROLLED AS NON-DEGREE SEEKING OR ENROLLED IN CERTIFICATE COURSES ARE ELIGIBLE.
The privilege authorized by this subchapter may be granted only on a space available basis if such classes are not filled as of the close of registration. Delaware State University may limit or deny the privilege for courses which are in programs for which a selective admissions criterion has been established.
Fees
Itemized Fees for the Academic Year
| Application Fee (Graduate/Doctoral) | $50 |
| Application Fee (Undergraduate) | $35 |
| Athletic Fee (Full-Time undergraduate) per semester | $150 |
| Athletic Fee (Part-Time undergraduate) per semester | $150 |
| Athletic Fee (Graduate/Doctoral) per semester | $35 |
| Course Overload Fee Per Credit Hour* (In-State) | $366.76 |
| Course Overload Fee Per Credit Hour* (Out-of-State) | $786.92 |
| Distance Education Fee (Per Course) | $50 |
| Drop Fee (Per Drop Slip) | $10 |
| Failure to Pre-Register Fee* | $50 |
| Graduate Nursing Program Fee | $250 |
| Graduate Social Work Program Fee | $250 |
| Graduate Student Activity Fee–Full Time (4 credits or more) | $60 |
| Graduate Student Activity Fee–Part Time (3 credits or less) | $30 |
| Graduation Fee (Undergraduate/Graduate/Doctoral) | $175 |
| Graduate Sustaining Fee (Master’s)* - Equivalent of one in-state credit hour of tuition per semester |
$175 |
| Graduate Sustaining Fee (Doctoral)* - Equivalent of one credit hour of enrollment per semester |
$175 |
| Late Payment Fee* | $100 |
| Late Registration Fee* | $50 |
| Living and Learning Commons Deposit | $200 |
| Tuition Payment Plan Enrollment Fee* | $35 |
| Tuition Payment Plan Late Fee | $35 |
| Tuition Payment Plan Return Payment Fee | $35 |
| Nursing Program Fee (Juniors and Seniors) | $1,400 |
| Overdue Library Fee (Per Day) | $1 |
| Pre-Nursing Program Fee (Freshmen and Sophomores) | $100 |
| Registration Fee (part-time undergraduate students)* | $50 |
| Returned Check Fee | $35 |
| Senior Citizen’s Registration Fee* (Undergraduate Only) | $50 |
| Senior Citizen’s Technology Fee* (Undergraduate Only) | $55 |
| SMARTCARD ID Damage Fee | $25 |
| SMARTCARD ID Replacement Fee | $50 |
| Student Activity Fee* (Pro-rated based on credit hours) | $135 |
| Student Center Complex Fee* (Pro-rated based on credit hours) | $225 |
| Student Health Insurance Fee** (Per semester) | $532 |
| Student Teaching Fee* | $150 |
| Technology Fee* | $250 |
| Technology Fee* (Graduate/Doctoral) | $55 |
| Technology Fee* (Summer Sessions) | $35 |
| Traditional Housing Deposit | $200 |
| Transcript Fee | $10 |
| Undergraduate Kinesiology Program Fee | $100 |
| Undergraduate Psychology Program Fee | $100 |
| Undergraduate Public Health Program Fee | $100 |
| Undergraduate Social Work Program Fee | $100 |
| University Courtyard Application Fee | $100 |
| University Courtyard Deposit | $300 |
| University Village Application Fee | $100 |
| University Village Deposit | $300 |
| Parking Permits | $85 |
All fees are subject to change.
*Fees are applied on a per-semester basis.
**Students with adequate health insurance coverage may be able to opt/waive out of this fee.
LAB FEES: Laboratory fees are assessed for some courses to cover the cost of supplies and special facilities. Labs may vary from $10.00 to $20,000.00. The Airway Science Labs vary from $5,000.00 to $20,000.00 per related course.
STUDENT CENTER COMPLEX FEE: Goes toward the cost of the New Strength and Conditioning Facility, Wellness Center and the Student Center.
ATHLETIC FEE: The athletic fee is a general university fee charged to all registered students (full and part time). The fee helps the University provide support in several areas. Below are some of the areas that the fee supports:
- Free Access to home and away games
- Employment opportunities
- Increased diversity on campus
- Enhanced quality of student life