DeSales University
Faith-based college · Center Valley, PA · 2,128 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
77%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1090–1260
ACT (middle 50%)
27–28
Average net price
$29,183
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$61,819
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
70%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into DeSales University?
DeSales University accepts about 77 of every 100 applicants (77%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1090 and 1260 on the SAT. A score at or above 1260 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1090, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 27–28.
The latest federal data says DeSales University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on DeSales University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does DeSales University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $61,819 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $29,183 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $48,300 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$48,300
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$48,300
- Room & board$14,200
- Total cost of attendance$61,819
- Average net price after grants$29,183
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Biology, Visual & Performing Arts, Criminal Justice.
DeSales University FAQ
- What is DeSales University's acceptance rate?
- 77% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for DeSales University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1090–1260. Aim for 1260 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for DeSales University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 27–28.
- Is DeSales University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says DeSales University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on DeSales University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does DeSales University cost?
- About $61,819 a year before aid; $29,183 on average after grants.
- What is DeSales University's FAFSA school code?
- 003986. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so DeSales University receives your information.
- What is DeSales University's graduation rate?
- 70% of students finish within six years.
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