Overview
Enrollment
Delaware State University, located in Dover, Delaware's capital city, is a public historically Black university established in 1891 as the State College for Colored Students. The 356-acre suburban campus sits approximately one mile north of downtown Dover and features a mix of historic and modern buildings, including several antebellum structures that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. As a land-grant institution, DSU maintains strong programs in agriculture, natural resources, and STEM fields, while also offering notable programs in aviation, nursing, and business administration. The university operates a fleet of aircraft for its aviation program at nearby Dover Air Force Base and maintains traditional residence halls and apartment-style housing for its undergraduate population. DSU competes in NCAA Division I athletics as the Hornets, participating in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference.
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Ratings
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Value
Delaware State University is rated within the lower 32% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Delaware State University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#925 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#374 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#2 in Best Colleges in Delaware
#2 in Best Public Colleges in Delaware
#5 in Best Value Colleges in Delaware
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 860/1070 |
| ACT | 22/26 |
| GPA | 3.09 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Feb 1, 2026 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $35 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Delaware Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 |
| Other Fees | $1,770 |
| Room and Board | $13,634 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,788 |
| Total One Year Cost | $30,236 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 |
| Other Fees | $1,770 |
| Room and Board | $13,634 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,788 |
| Total One Year Cost | $40,172 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 15% |
| Psychology | 13% |
| Communication | 12% |
| Social Sciences | 10% |
| Health Professions | 10% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=130934 IPEDS survey data for Delaware State University.
Current students may use the Delaware State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025