DeSales University
DeSales University (DeSales) is a four-years, private (not-for-profit) school located in Center Valley, PA. It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Doctor's degree - professional practice.
The DeSales's 2022 tuition & fees is $41,000. 82% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $20,592.
The school has a total enrollment of 3,302 and the student to faculty ratio is 12 to 1 (8.33%).
The average earning after 10 years of graduation from DeSales is $54,700 and it varies by field of study.
DeSales University is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Directory Information
| Address | 2755 Station Avenue, Center Valley, PA 18034-9568 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 610-282-1100 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Sevices |
| School Type | four-years, private (not-for-profit) |
| Carnegie Category | Master's College and University (larger programs) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree - professional practice |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System)
2022 Tuition & Fees and 2023 Estimation
For undergraduate school, the 2022 tuition and fees of DeSales University are $41,000. For graduate programs, its 2022 graduate school tuition and fees are $21,120.
The estimated 2023 tuition & fees are $42,557 based on the tuition changes over the past five years. The estimated 2023 graduate school tuition & fees are $21,738.
| Undergraduate | $41,000 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $21,120 |
Data source: 2021-2022 tuition - NCES(National Center for Education Statistics (Last update: March 14, 2022)
| Undergraduate | $42,557 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $21,738 |
The estimation for 2022-2023 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
2022 Key Stats
The Acceptance rate at DeSales University is 78% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 19%. The average SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 1,170.
The average graduation rate is 65%. Total 3,302 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school).
The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $54,700. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where the Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse program shows the highest salary with $64,200 after graduating. Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
| Admission Stats » | 78% Acceptance Rate / 19% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 1,170 SAT / 26 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 65% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 26% |
| Retention Rate | 81%(full-time), 39% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 8.33% (12 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 3,302 (2,398 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $20,592 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $54,700 |
| Average Salary by Field of Study | $17,500 - $64,200 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
DeSales University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers. The next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army |
| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
DeSales provides several student services including remedial services, academic/career counseling services, employment services for students, Placement services for completers.
| Remedial services | Yes |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Campus Life
The following table illustrates the special characteristics of DeSales. DeSales University is religiously affiliated with Roman Catholic. It has dormitories (or campus-owned housing) and its capacity is 1,059. It also offers separate board/meal plans and the annual cost is $6,600.
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 1,059 |
