Delaware State University Admission Requirements

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Delaware State University Admission Overview

Delaware State University admission requirements are competitive. Last year Delaware State University admitted 46.6% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.09 GPA (B) and SAT 800-1020 / ACT 20-24. Delaware State University is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Delaware State University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.

Source: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Delaware State University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

46.6%

Admission Standards

Extremely Easy

Applicant Competition

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Acceptance Rate

The Delaware State University acceptance rate is 46.6%. Last year, 3,934 of 8,445 applicants were admitted. That is the lowest acceptance rate in Delaware.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Delaware State University and can you get accepted?

Delaware State University is a competitive school to get into, turning away a substantial share of applicants. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Delaware State University typically attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.09. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 34% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Delaware State University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.09

Typical High School Grades

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.09

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Delaware State University typically have around a 3.09 GPA (B) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have about average high school grades. Delaware State University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #2 in Delaware for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.1 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Delaware State University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

800-1020

Freshmen who sent SAT

26%

25th Percentile Scores

Reading 420
Math 380
Composite 800

75th Percentile Scores

Reading 520
Math 500
Composite 1020

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Delaware State University typically score around a 910 SAT (middle 50% 800–1020) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 24th percentile nationally. Delaware State University ranks #2 in the state of Delaware for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 800 to 1020

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Delaware State University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

View other colleges which accept students in the 910 SAT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at Delaware State University
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1020+	Above 75th	>63%
910 to 1020	Avg +	47%-63%
800 to 910	Avg -	32%-47%
Below 800	Below mid-50	<32%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Delaware State University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

20-24

Freshmen reporting ACT

25th Percentile Scores

English 21
Math 17
Composite 20

75th Percentile Scores

English 28
Math 23
Composite 24

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Delaware State University typically have around a 22 ACT (mid-50 20–24) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 63rd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Delaware State University places #2 among colleges in Delaware for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 20 to 24

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Delaware State University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 22.0 ACT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at Delaware State University
ACT Score (36 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
24+	Above 75th	>63%
22 to 24	Avg +	47%-63%
20 to 22	Avg -	32%-47%
Below 20	Below mid-50	<32%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.

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Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.

Delaware State University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	5,385	3,060	8,445
Accepted	2,717	1,217	3,934
Acceptance Rate	50%	40%	47%
Enrolled	837	488	1,325
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	31%	40%	34%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Delaware State University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Delaware State University application requirements
Requirement	Used for Admission
Test Scores	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA	Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank	Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations	Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies	Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Feb 1, 2027

Days left to Apply

154

Applicants have 154 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Feb 1, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Delaware State University is $35.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Delaware State University
Credit Type	Accepted
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	No

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

Delaware State University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 46.6% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.09 GPA (about an B average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (800-1020); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025