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Summer Jumpstart [Virtual]

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The Delaware State University Summer Jumpstart [Virtual] is a seven-week virtual learning opportunity that allows students to fast-track their success by earning 6-9 college credits, get a head start on their journey as Hornets, and ease their transition from high school.

WHO CAN ATTEND?

Summer Jumpstart [Virtual] is open to all incoming freshmen and 1st year students.

WHAT ARE THE DATES?

  • June 22, 2026 - August 14, 2026
    • 7 weeks online, synchronous learning and professional development

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?

  • Move in early and get to know your campus community early as a residential student.
  • Get a jump-start on your education, and personal and professional success through a rigorous academic program, workshops, tutoring, and more
  • Earn college credits prior to the Fall 2026 first-year experience
  • Become eligible for employment opportunities beginning Spring 2027
  • Obtain a Hornet Leadership soft-skills badge
  • Get to know a DSU peer mentor
  • Connect with your academic advisor
  • Network with DSU student leadership
  • Expand your professional brand

WHAT IS THE CURRICULUM?

The courses listed below are the exclusive offerings available for registration in the 7-week virtual Summer Jumpstart program.

  • ENGL 101 English Composition I
  • MTSC 110 Algebra A
  • MTSC 121 College Algebra
  • SPAN 101 Elementary Spanish Language and Culture I
  • ART 101 Intro to Art
  • PSYC 201 Intro to General Psychology 
  • HIST 201 American History to 1865 or HIST 203 African American History to 1865
  • KINE 101 Life Time Fitness and Wellness

WHAT IS THE COST?

Summer Jumpstart [Virtual] program cost: $3,700

Fees: $100 Summer Jumpstart [Virtual] Enrollment Fee 

WHAT ARE MY OPTIONS TO PAY?

  • Grants are available for those who qualify.
    (please apply for financial aid for the Summer 2026 semester by filing the 2025-2026 FAFSA at https://studentaid.gov. Include Delaware State University’s school code – 001428).
  • 2025 - 2026 FAFSA Deadline: June 30
    Note: The 2026-2027 FAFSA must be filed separately for the Fall 2026 semester.
  • Payment plans are also available beginning May 2026.

HOW DO I MAKE A PAYMENT?

To make a payment, visit the Hornet Payment Portal using the following instructions:

  • (Go to my.desu.edu>Banner Self Service > Banner9 > Student Services > Billing Summary > Hornet Payment Portal) with credit, debit, or electronic check. You can pay with cash at the university’s cashiers office.
  • Wire transfers are processed by the Office of Business and Finance.
  • Please refer to your student account in Banner 9 to login to your DSU Student Account and make a payment.

Note: Summer Jumpstart enrollment fees and associated charges should appear 3–5 business days from the date of completion for Summer Jumpstart registration.

WHERE DO STUDENTS ENROLL FROM?

The Summer Jumpstart program draws incoming Hornets from coast to coast, as illustrated by the points on the map showing enrollee locations from past programs.

WHAT DO PARTICIPANTS SAY ABOUT THE PROGRAM?

  • Summer Jumpstart made me more comfortable with communicating with professors.
  • I learned how to be successful.
  • The class schedule was easy to navigate, and assignments were easy to find.
  • I liked the organization and communication between everyone.
  • The program taught us how to work on our own time in a decent amount of time.
  • I learned that you have to branch out to things that aren’t even a part of your major if you want to gain knowledge.