Delaware Valley University - Admission Requirements, SAT, ACT, GPA and chance of acceptance

Your chances of getting into Delaware Valley University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

92.5%

Admission Difficulty for Delaware Valley University
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Average
Applicant Competition		Very Low

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Delaware Valley University is 92.5%. Its admission rate is the 93rd lowest in Pennsylvania.

Admission Selectivity

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

Delaware Valley University is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 2,181 out of the 2,358 who applied were admitted.

Delaware Valley University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.46. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 22% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Delaware Valley University you should:

Have a high school GPA of 3.46 or better
Earn B+ grades in high school
Score 1170 on the SAT
Score 25 on the ACT
Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Delaware Valley University GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.46

Typical High School Grades

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Delaware Valley University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Delaware Valley University are to have around a 3.46 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.46 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Delaware Valley University accepts 92% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Delaware Valley University is 3.46 on the 4.0 scale. 29% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school. The school ranks #53 in Pennsylvania for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Delaware Valley University is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Delaware Valley University students
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	29.37%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	10.32%	Avg +
3.50 to 3.74	17.72%	Avg -
3.25 to 3.49	9.79%	Avg -
3.00 to 3.24	13.49%	Reach
2.50 to 2.99	11.11%	Reach
2.00 to 2.49	7.67%	Reach
1.00 to 1.99	0.53%	Reach
less than 1.00	0%	Reach

What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

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Delaware Valley University SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Delaware Valley University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 18% of students submitted SAT scores and 2% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

1070-1270

Applicants Submitting SAT

18%

SAT Scores for Delaware Valley University
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	550
Math 25th Percentile	520
Composite 25th Percentile	1070

SAT Scores for Delaware Valley University
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	650
Math 75th Percentile	620
Composite 75th Percentile	1270
Average SAT Score	1170

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Delaware Valley University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Delaware Valley University is 1170 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1070-1270. Students who get into Delaware Valley University score in the top 47 percent of all SAT test takers.. Delaware Valley University ranks #49 in the state of Pennsylvania for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1170 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Delaware Valley University regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1070 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1070, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 970, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Delaware Valley University is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1170 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1170, you have around a 92% chance of being admitted. A 1270 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 96% chance of getting in.

Delaware Valley University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1270 and Above	Good	>96%
1170 to 1270	Avg +	92%-96%
1070 to 1170	Avg -	86%-92%
970 to 1070	Reach	76%-86%
Less than 970	Low	<76%

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Delaware Valley University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

24-27

Applicants Submitting ACT

ACT Scores for Delaware Valley University
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	22
Math 25th Percentile	21
Composite 25th Percentile	24

ACT Scores for Delaware Valley University
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	25
Math 75th Percentile	26
Composite 75th Percentile	27
Average ACT Score	25

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Delaware Valley University?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Delaware Valley University is 25, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 24 and 27. The school ranks #38 in Pennsylvania for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 25. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 24 and score in the score in the top 27 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 22.

2 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Delaware Valley University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Delaware Valley University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Delaware Valley University for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 25 score has around 92% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 96% with a 27 ACT score.

Delaware Valley University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
27 and Above	Good	>96%
25 to 27	Avg +	92%-96%
24 to 25	Avg -	88%-92%
23 to 24	Reach	83%-88%
Less than 23	Low	<83%

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High School Class Rank

66% of Delaware Valley University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 42% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Delaware Valley University students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	19.4%
Top 25% of class	41.79%
Top 50% of class	66%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

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Admission Statistics

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

Delaware Valley University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	1,417	941	2,358
Accepted	1,335	846	2,181
Acceptance Rate	94%	90%	92%
Enrolled	310	175	485
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	23%	21%	22%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Delaware Valley University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

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

Delaware Valley University Application Requirements
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 required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies	Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Delaware Valley University
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Delaware Valley University is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.46 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1170 and ACT of 25 will almost guarantee your admission.