How to Apply to Delaware State University (desu.edu)

Delaware State University (DSU) accepts applications through its official website, and the starting point is the Apply Now link on the homepage. You can also use Visit Campus to schedule a tour or Request Info to get admissions details before you commit. The homepage confirms DSU is a Historically Black College and University (HBCU) founded in 1891, with 4 academic colleges and 17 program departments — useful context if you're deciding whether to apply at all.

Step 1: Choose your entry point

From the desu.edu homepage, three links cover most pre-application needs:

If you're still deciding, Request Info or Visit Campus first is reasonable. If you've already decided, go straight to Apply Now.

Step 2: Confirm your program before applying

DSU offers a wide range of credentials, so pick your target before you start the application:

• 9 Associate degrees
• 46 Bachelor's degrees
• 26 Master's degrees
• 7 Doctoral degrees

Programs span more than 17 academic departments, from aviation to studio art. The site has a Find your major or program search tool and a Majors & Programs page to browse options. Applying to the wrong program is a common time-waster, so verify the exact degree name first.

Step 3: Understand the cost picture

Tuition and fees are handled through the Financial Aid, Tuition and Scholarships section. DSU also publishes Payment Plan Guidelines under Admissions → Financial Aid → Tuition & Fees. Check these pages for current figures — the homepage does not list specific tuition amounts, so don't rely on secondhand numbers.

Step 4: Consider online options if relevant

DSU partners with eHBCU to offer flexible online degree programs. If you need to study remotely, this is a separate pathway worth checking before you apply to an on-campus program.

What to know about campus life

• 356-acre suburban campus in Dover, Delaware
• Close to Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C.
• Student body from 39 states and 34 countries (fall 2024)
• 100+ student organizations
• Student-to-faculty ratio: 17:1

Housing and Residential Education covers dorms and dining if you plan to live on campus.

Common sticking points

• Deadlines aren't on the homepage. You'll need to go into the admissions section or contact the office directly — don't assume rolling admissions.
• Requirements vary by program level. Associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral applications typically need different materials. Confirm what your specific program requires.
• Financial aid has its own timeline. Aid deadlines often differ from admission deadlines, so check both.

Quick checklist

1. Browse Majors & Programs and pick your degree.
2. Use Request Info if you have questions before applying.
3. Visit Campus if you want to see Dover before committing.
4. Go to Apply Now and complete the application.
5. Review Financial Aid, Tuition and Scholarships for costs and aid.
6. Check Payment Plan Guidelines if you'll need installments.

The homepage gives you the entry points; the admissions pages behind them hold the requirements, dates, and materials you'll actually need to submit.