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About DeSales University

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DeSales University is a private university in Center Valley, PA, known for its catholic liberal arts, small class sizes, and health sciences focus. With an acceptance rate of 77%, DSU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 509 students each year. DSU is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1110–1280, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. DSU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $28,000 per year; the sticker price of $59,474 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

DeSales University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

77%
Overall Accept Rate
3.50
Typical Admitted GPA
1195
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 3.00 – 3.75 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 1110 – 1280 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to DeSales University

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Demonstrated Interest
DeSales weighs demonstrated interest meaningfully, so visit campus in Center Valley or attend one of their open houses and make sure to register so your visit is tracked. Follow up with your admissions counselor by email after any campus interaction.
Essay Strategy
DeSales is a Catholic university rooted in Salesian spirituality, which emphasizes living joyfully and serving others, so weave a genuine connection to community, service, or faith-driven purpose into your essays. Admissions readers notice when applicants reference the school's mission authentically rather than generically.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What DeSales University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$59k/yr$24.0k
30k-48k~$59k/yr$25.4k
48k-75k~$59k/yr$26.1k
75k-110k~$59k/yr$30.0k
110k+~$59k/yr$34.9k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

71%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$53k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
2,410
Undergrad Enrollment
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