by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Del State worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Del State is ranked #1,544 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B (above average for value). Within Delaware, it ranks #3 of 5 for value.
Among the majors Del State offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Other Biological & Biomedical Sciences | #10 of 21 |
| Biological & Biomedical Sciences (Other) | #10 of 21 |
| Biology | #10 of 21 |
| Engineering & Applied Physics | #10 of 18 |
| Engineering Physics | #10 of 18 |
| Agriculture | #38 of 60 |
| General Agriculture | #38 of 60 |
| Individualized Studies | #56 of 113 |
| Criminology | #60 of 144 |
| Social Science | #60 of 144 |
Below is the detailed Del State value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Delaware State University is ranked #5 out of #6 in Delaware for quality and #3 out of #5 for Delaware value.
Do you qualify for in-state tuition? Check the Del State financial aid page to be sure.
Delaware State University is ranked #1,544 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Delaware State University is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Del State costs about $16,746. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $66,984 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $27,415 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $13,910 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $16,746 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $66,984 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Del State net price and the factors that affect it.
What Del State costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Del State degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $109,660 | — | — |
| All Students | $66,984 | #1,544 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $55,640 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $109,660 | — | — |
| All Students | $66,984 | #3 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $55,640 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Del State shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $14,776 |
| $30K–$48K | $14,338 |
| $48K–$75K | $16,445 |
| $75K–$110K | $16,336 |
| Over $110K | $20,170 |
About 79% of Del State undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $13,619 per year. Get more details on the Del State financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Del State cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.