About DeSales University
Type
Private
Not-For-Profit
4 Years
Student Population
3,438
Website
www.desales.eduAccreditation
MSCHE
Religious Affiliation
Roman Catholic
On Campus Housing
Yes
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Rankings
It becomes easier for the aspirants to apply to a university and have their doubts regarding the same cleared if the university has a ranking. When it comes to the ranking of a university or any educational institution, the more information a student has, the better. The ranking of a university helps a student in many ways. It helps them overcome the confusion of which university/college is good for them and also other prospects. Before taking admission, a student assesses their chosen university on various factors like research excellence, the performance of its students after graduation, and their experience, among others. Notably, for the rankings, the two publications, US News and Forbes, are trusted everywhere. However, it is to be noted that DeSales University does not feature in the list of top colleges, according to the latest ranking by these two publications.
Admissions
Application Deadline
1st Aug
Acceptance Rate
74%
SAT Range
1010 - 1228
ACT Range
23 - 27
Application Fee
FALSE$
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
Accept Common App
Yes
The university takes in few each year. Moreover, admission to DU is fairly easy. A non-refundable fee, along with the application form, is required to be deposited by the students, in order to complete the process. If the SAT score of a student lies in the range of 1030-1260, it would improve her chances. The average ACT score at DeSales University is 25. However, those getting an ACT score less than 21 might also be offered admission. The candidates can apply for the courses online. However, in case they need information or want to feel the vibes, they visit the school's office at 2755 Station Avenue, Center Valley, Pennsylvania 18034-9568. They can also call them at (610) 282-1100.
Annual Cost to Attend
Net Price
$28,244
Average Annual Cost
$36,000
Books And Supplies
$1,386
Other Fees
$1,400
Room And Board
$12,800
Budget For Other Expenses
$2,434
Total One Year Cost
$54,020
The next two things to keep in mind before applying to DU are the tuition fees and the cost of living during the course tenure. The total one-year cost on a full-time basis would be somewhere around $54,150. This cost includes the average annual tuition cost ($38,700), books and supplies ($1,466), room and boarding ($13,000), and budget for other expenses ($2,556). Students can also explore numerous financial aid options offered by the university.
Academics
Highest Degree Offered
NA
Student:Faculty Ratio
13:1
Full-Time Retention Rate
83%
Part-Time Retention Rate
56%
Academic Calendar
Semester
Research Funding per Student
N/A
Faculty Overview
Male Professors
Female Professors
Non-traditional Learning
Evening Degree Programs
Teacher Certification
Distance Education
Study Abroad
Majors
Registered Nursing, Administration,...
83 Graduates
Business Administration, Management...
59 Graduates
Biology, General
41 Graduates
Criminal Justice and Corrections
39 Graduates
Health and Physical Education/Fitne...
38 Graduates
Accounting and Related Services
36 Graduates
Finance and Financial Management Se...
33 Graduates
Marketing
29 Graduates
Psychology, General
29 Graduates
Health Professions and Related Clin...
26 Graduates
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
25 Graduates
Communication, Journalism, and Rela...
22 Graduates
Human Resources Management and Serv...
19 Graduates
Film/Video and Photographic Arts
16 Graduates
Dance
14 Graduates
Teacher Education and Professional...
12 Graduates
Computer and Information Sciences,...
10 Graduates
Theological and Ministerial Studies
7 Graduates
Chemistry
7 Graduates
Philosophy
7 Graduates
Political Science and Government
7 Graduates
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecu...
6 Graduates
Mathematics
6 Graduates
History
5 Graduates
Romance Languages, Literatures, and...
4 Graduates
International Business
4 Graduates
Management Information Systems and...
4 Graduates
Non-Professional General Legal Stud...
4 Graduates
Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences,...
4 Graduates
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General...
3 Graduates
English Language and Literature, Ge...
1 Graduates
Student Body
Undergraduate Students
2,499
Socio-Economic Diversity
25%
Part-time
22%
Students Gender
LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS
ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER
Race/Ethnicity
Geographic Density
Geographic Density
High
Unknown Location
Out Of State
In State
Foreign
Economic Diversity
36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Median Household Income
$69,395 per year
Campus Life
Housing
The students can reside on campus and 80% of Freshman Live On-Campus.
On Campus Housing Available
Yes
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus
No
Freshmen Live on Campus
80%
Undergrads in College Housing
67%
Averege Housing Cost
$6,200/year
Campus Food
The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $6,600/year.
Meal Plan Available
Yes
Average Meal Plan Available
$6,600/year
Athletes
Division Sports Nickname
Bulldogs
School Colors
navy blue and scarlet red
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Male Athletes
173
Total Female Athletes
153
Intramural Sports
11
Sports Club
8
Sports Team (Men)
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Tennis
Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Campus Safety
24-Hour Security Patrol
Yes
Campus Emergency Phones
Yes
24-Hour Escort Safety rides
Yes
Mobile Campus Emergency Alert
Yes
On-campus housing facilities are offered to the students who wish to remain nearby. At DU, $13,000 is the normal expense for on-campus housing, which a student will be needed to pay, each year. The average meal plan at DU costs around $6,600 a year. Notably, students at the varsity get to choose from various dining and meal plan options as well. The university has taken a lot of measures to ensure the safety and security of its students. Some of these measures include 24-hr security patrol, campus emergency phones, 24-hr escort safety rides and mobile campus emergency alert. There are around 36% male and 64% female students enrolled at the university.
After Graduation
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$39,800/year
Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation
$49,700/year
Typical Monthly Loan Payment
$224 - 280
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$22,442
Students Receiving Federal Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$5,096
Students Receiving State Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$3,344
Students Receiving Institutional Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$20,071
Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30K
$29,109
$30K - $48K
$28,626
$48K - $75K
$25,152
$75K - $110K
$22,697
> $110K
$20,042
Total Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$25,794,073
Total Non-Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$8,685,417
The financial aid department of DeSales University helps students by assisting them with scholarships, grants, and student loans in the event that they find the fees and the cost of living at the campus to be expensive. The average federal grant that comes from the university is around $5,156, whereas the financial aid is $21,582. Prospective students can benefit from state-level aid worth $3,301 as well as institutional aid worth $21,582. The need-based scholarships awarded to students admitted to DeSales University amount to $25,794,073 per annum. Meanwhile, the total non-need-based scholarships/grants awarded in a year total $8,685,417.
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