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DeSales University

Center Valley, PA · Private nonprofit · Large suburb · Website

DeSales University campus
Photo: Bradley Barnhorst · CC BY-SA 4.0
Admission rate
77%
Accessible
Average net price
$29,183
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
70%
Median earnings
$69,129
10 years after enrolling

Summary

DeSales University is a private nonprofit college in Center Valley, PA with 2,128 undergraduates. It admits 77% of applicants, and admitted students average 1186 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $29,183 per year ($30,171 for families earning under $30,000). 70% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $69,129 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
77%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
3,636
Fall 2023
Admitted
2,857
Fall 2023
Yield
16%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing550–640
200800
SAT Math540–620
200800
ACT Composite27–28
136

What DeSales University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$61,819
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$48,300

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$30,171
  • $30–48k$22,336
  • $48–75k$22,319
  • $75–110k$26,459
  • $110k+$31,965

Get a personal estimate with DeSales University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
70%
Freshman retention
83%
Median earnings
$69,129
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$27,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
2,128
Student–faculty ratio
12:1
Receive Pell grants
31%
  • White68%
  • Hispanic16%
  • Black6%
  • Asian5%

DeSales University FAQ

What is DeSales University's acceptance rate?+

DeSales University admits 77% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for DeSales University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 550–640 on SAT Reading and Writing and 540–620 on SAT Math; the average total is 1186.

What ACT score do you need for DeSales University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 27–28.

Is DeSales University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to DeSales University?+

In Fall 2023, 3,636 students applied to DeSales University and 2,857 were admitted; 444 enrolled.

Does DeSales University consider legacy status?+

No. DeSales University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does DeSales University require an essay?+

DeSales University reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does DeSales University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $61,819 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $29,183.

What is DeSales University's graduation rate?+

70% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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