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54.9%Acceptance
$10,314Tuition
4,630Students
39%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$49,307Earnings
#3 in DelawarePublic4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalNCAA Division IStudy AbroadData: 2023-24HBCU

Admissions Details

Acceptance Rate
54.9%
Average SAT
945
SAT Range (25th–75th)
830–1,060
ACT Composite (avg)
22
Total Enrollment
4,630

Admissions Overview

Delaware State University is moderately selective with a 54.92% acceptance rate. This means roughly half of applicants gain admission, making it accessible but still competitive enough to require solid academic preparation. The middle 50% of students score between 830-1060 on the SAT, with an average of 945. Students don't need perfect test scores to be competitive here. The 72.31% retention rate suggests the university admits students who are academically prepared for college-level work. Delaware State seeks students who value the HBCU experience and want to be part of a close-knit community. The university particularly welcomes students interested in agriculture, business, and education programs where it has established strong reputations.