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PROUD HBCU HERITAGE, DIVERSE STUDENT BODY Since Delaware State University’s founding in 1891 as a land-grant institution in Dover, Delaware, we have grown and evolved into one of the premier Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) in the country, positioned among the best of the best in national rankings.
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Women’s Sports Basketball Outdoor Track Bowling Lacrosse Cross Country Soccer Equestrian Softball Golf Tennis Indoor Track Triathlon Volleyball
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MAIN CAMPUS & DSU DOWNTOWN From your first moment on campus, you’ll feel the welcoming spirit of our close-knit, diverse and energetic community situated among historic buildings, state-of-the-art facilities and sprawling green spaces. NEW! Our newly acquired DSU Downtown location is home of the Wesley College of Health and Behavioral Sciences. CAMPUS LIVING | We offer 14 residence halls across both locations, including the most modern design in residential living and learning at Tubman Laws Hall, featuring a Dunkin’ Donuts, cafe, game room, lounges and more. DESU.EDU/HOUSING
COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY cast.desu.edu | 302.857.6400 Agriculture (eight concentrations) Agri-Business Agriscience Education Animal & Poultry Science Equine Business Management General Agriculture Plant Science: Agronomy Plant Science: Horticulture Pre-Veterinary Science Biochemistry (Health Professions) Biological Sciences (five concentrations) Forensic Science General Biology Health Professions Medical Laboratory Technology Research Professions Biology (associate degree) Chemistry Chemistry Pre-Pharmacy Computer Science Engineering Physics (three concentrations) Bioengineering Electrical Engineering Optical Engineering Food and Nutritional Sciences (four concentrations) Coordinated Program in Dietetics Food Science Nutritional Science Pre-Medicine, Physician Assistant for Health Sciences Informatics (certificate only) Information Technology Mathematics (one concentration) Data Analytics Mathematics Education Natural Resources (three concentrations) Environmental Science Fisheries Management Wildlife Management Physics Textiles and Apparel Studies (two concentrations) Fashion Merchandising Fashion Design MINORS Biology Chemistry Computer Science Environmental Science Food and Nutritional Sciences Forensic Science Information Technology Mathematics Physics Textiles and Apparel Studies
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COLLEGE OF BUSINESS business.desu.edu | 302.857.6900
Accounting Aviation (two concentrations) Aviation Management Professional Pilot Finance (two concentrations) Finance and Banking Financial Economics Hospitality and Tourism Management (one concentration) Casino Management Management (five concentrations) Business Analytics General Management Human Resource Management Management Information Systems/ERP Marketing Sport Management MINORS Accounting Business Administration Business Economics Coaching Management Entrepreneurship Finance and Banking Financial Planning Hospitality and Tourism Management Human Resource Management Management Information Systems/ERP Marketing Recreation Management Sport Entrepreneur Management COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES, EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SCIENCES chess.desu.edu | 302.857.6628 Art Education Criminal Justice Early Childhood Education (Birth-2) Elementary Education (K-6) English (one concentration) Writing History Integrated Studies International Studies Law Studies Liberal Studies (bachelor’s or associate) Middle Level Education (6-8)
Mass Communications (three concentrations) Convergence Journalism Digital Media Production Public Relations and Advertising Music (two concentrations) Instrumental Vocal Music Education (two concentrations) Instrumental Vocal Music Industry Music Therapy New Media in Arts Physical Education Political Science Sociology Studio Art MINORS Africana Studies Art Education Criminal Justice English French History International Studies Law Studies Music Philosophy Political Science Sociology Spanish Studio Art TELL (Teacher of English Language Learners/ Bilingual Education) Theatre Arts Women’s and Gender Studies Writing WESLEY COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES chbs.desu.edu | 302.736.2558 Domestic Violence Services (certificate only) Kinesiology Nursing Psychology (bachelor’s or associate) Public Health Social Work MINOR Psychology
EXPLORE OUR CAMPUS Located in the historic capital city of Dover, Delaware State University is: ● 1 hour south of Wilmington ● 1.5 hours south of Philadelphia, east of Baltimore & Washington, DC ● 1 hour north of the beach area along the Delaware coastline
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October 30, 2021 | April 9, 2022 View current information at DESU.EDU/OPENHOUSE.
302.857.6351 | admissions@desu.edu APPLICATION DEADLINES
REQUEST MORE INFO: 302.857.6351
For priority consideration, submit by: FALL SEMESTER – May 1 | SPRING SEMESTER – November 1 | FINANCIAL AID – March 15
Along with your application, you’ll be asked to submit a $35 application fee, test scores and an official high school transcript. Your records must show the following: completion of at least the 19 minimum course unit requirements indicated below with a grade C or better; a minimum GPA of 2.0 or better on a 4.0 scale; test scores of 800 on the SAT (math and critical reading combined), 800 or above (after concordance) on the 2016 redesigned SAT, or a 17 or better composite score on the ACT; and a diploma from an accredited four-year school or senior high school. Test optional is available. English
Writing, Literature and Oral Communication
4 Units
Mathematics
Courses must include Algebra I & II and Geometry or the equivalent (recommend a fourth, higher math course)
3 Units
History
One (1) World History and one (1) other History
2 Units
Social Studies
Civics, American Government, Economics, Geography or Psychology (2 units recommended)
1 Unit
Science
Courses with a laboratory. Must include one (1) or more of the following: Biology, Chemistry and/or Physics
3 Units
Foreign Language
Recommend within the same language. If within the same language, there must be course progression (Spanish I and Spanish II, French I and French II, etc.).
2 Units
Electives
May include any additional class from subject areas listed above or Art, Theatre/Drama, Music and/or Computer Science
4 Units
Total:
19 Units
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TRANSFER STUDENTS Along with your application and $35 application fee, you must also submit official high school transcripts if 30 or more college-level credits have not been earned, official transcripts from all higher education institutions attended with a 2.0 or better GPA, as well as SAT or ACT test scores if not transferring in 12 college credit hours or more. See full requirements at DESU.EDU/TRANSFER.
TUITION & FEES (2021-22) In-State: $20,501.90 | Out-of-State: $30,423.90 (Includes Evers/Jenkins traditional housing and 19 meal plan) In-state excluding room and board: $9,157 Out-of-state excluding room and board: $19,079 Fees are subject to change. DESU.EDU/TUITION
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5,027 Students
4,419 Undergraduate students | 88% 608 Graduate students | 12%
Diverse and Vibrant STUDENT BODY
3,469 Female students | 69% 1,558 Male students | 31%
65% African-American population, with Caucasian, Hispanic, Asian and international students making up the balance.
ACCREDITATION Delaware State University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE), as well as by six specialized academic accrediting agencies.
16:1 Student-to-faculty ratio
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3.23 Avg. GPA
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Community, Integrity, Diversity, Scholarship, Outreach
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FACULTY Profile Of our 215 full-time faculty members, 84% possess doctoral or terminal degrees.
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