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Delaware State University’s more than 40 degree programs are offered through four academic colleges.
COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
40 MAJORS
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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.
MAIN CAMPUS & DSU DOWNTOWN At DSU, when you become a Hornet, you are family. From your first moment on campus, you’ll feel the welcoming spirit of our closeknit, diverse and energetic community situated among historic buildings, state-ofthe-art facilities and sprawling green spaces. In addition to the main campus, our DSU Downtown location is home to the Wesley College of Health and Behavioral Sciences.
Campus Living We offer 12 residence halls across both locations, including the most modern design in residential living and learning at Tubman Laws Hall, featuring a Dunkin’ Donuts, game room, lounges and more.
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Agriculture (five concentrations) Agri-Business Agriscience Education Animal & Poultry Science General Agriculture Pre-Veterinary Science Biochemistry (Health Professions) Biological Sciences (BS) (two concentrations) General Biology Professional Biology Chemistry Chemistry Pre-Pharmacy Computer Science Engineering Physics (three concentrations) Bioengineering Electrical Engineering Optical Engineering Food and Nutritional Sciences (six concentrations) Coordinated Program in Dietetics Food Science Nutritional Science Pre-Allied Health Pre-Medicine Pre-Physician Assistant Information Technology Mathematics (one concentration) Data Analytics Mathematics Education Natural Resources (two concentrations) Environmental Science Fisheries and Wildlife Science Physics Textiles and Apparel Studies (two concentrations) Fashion Merchandising Fashion Design ASSOCIATE DEGREE Biology MINORS Biology Chemistry Computer Science Environmental Science Food and Nutritional Sciences Information Technology Mathematics Neuroscience Physics Textiles and Apparel Studies
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Accounting Aviation (two concentrations) Aviation Management Professional Pilot (Helicopter)* *Requires Army ROTC program approval Finance (two concentrations) Finance and Banking Financial Economics Management (five concentrations) Business Analytics General Management Human Resource Management Management Information Systems Marketing Sport Management MINORS Accounting Business Administration Business Economics Coaching Management Entrepreneurship Finance and Banking Human Resource Management Management Information Systems Marketing Recreation Management Sport Entrepreneur Management
COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES, EDUCATION & SOCIAL SCIENCES chess.desu.edu | 302.857.6266 Art Education Criminal Justice Early Childhood Education (Birth-2) Elementary Education (K-6) English (one concentration) Writing History Law Studies Liberal Studies Middle Level Education (6-8) Mass Communications (two concentrations) Multimedia and Journalism Public Relations and Advertising
Music (two concentrations) Instrumental Vocal Music Education (two concentrations) Instrumental Vocal Music Industry New Media in Arts Physical Education Political Science Sociology Studio Art ASSOCIATE DEGREES Criminal Justice Early Childhood Education and Administration Liberal Studies MINORS Art Education Criminal Justice English French History Law Studies Music Philosophy Political Science Sociology Spanish Special Education Studio Art TELL (Teacher of English Language Learners/Bilingual Education) Writing
WESLEY COLLEGE OF HEALTH & BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES wchbs.desu.edu | 302.736.2367 Kinesiology (three concentrations) Pre-Physical Therapy/ Athletic Training Pre-Occupational Therapy Fitness and Strength Nursing Psychology (also available as a minor) Public Health Social Work ASSOCIATE DEGREES Psychology Public Health Social Work
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Located in the historic capital city of Dover, Delaware State University is: Surrounded by shopping and restaurants 1 hour south of Wilmington 1.5 hours south of Philadelphia, east of Baltimore and Washington, DC 1 hour north of the beach area along the Delaware coastline
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DEADLINES & REQUIREMENTS FALL SEMESTER – February 14 (priority) | May 1 (regular) | SPRING SEMESTER – November 1 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. See full requirements at desu.edu/admissions. 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
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.
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TUITION & FEES (2026–27) With Room and Board: In-State: $26,963 Out-of-State: $36,966 (Includes Evers/Jenkins traditional housing & 19 meal plan) Excluding Room and Board: In-state: $12,989 Out-of-State: $22,992 Get full details at desu.edu/tuition-fees. Fees are subject to change.
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Diverse and Vibrant STUDENT BODY
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Students
5,908 Undergraduate students | 89% 715 Graduate students | 11% 4,184 Female students | 63% 2,439 Male students | 37%
Lacrosse Soccer Softball Tennis Triathlon Volleyball NEW! Wrestling
CORE Values Community, Integrity, Diversity, Scholarship, Outreach, Contemporary
59% African-American population, with Caucasian, Hispanic, Asian and international students making up the balance.
$8.3 million Institutional, state/local or scholarship aid (including fellowships, tuition waivers and employee exemptions) awarded to full-time new freshmen
FRESHMAN Profile
3.16 946 Avg. GPA
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Delaware State University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE), as well as accredited or approved by 10 specialized academic agencies.
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GLOBAL Reach Our students come from 40 states, our nation’s capital, the Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico and 22 countries.
FACULTY Profile Of our 236 full-time faculty members, 86% possess doctoral degrees or terminal degrees.
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