Founded in 1896, Delaware Valley University. is a Private college. Located in Pennsylvania, which is a city setting in Pennsylvania, the campus itself is Suburban. The campus is home to 1,967 full time undergraduate students, and 409 full time graduate students.
The Delaware Valley University Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 14:1. There are 88 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Delaware Valley University include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.
Quick Facts
Acceptance Rate
68%
Application Deadline
Application Fee
50
SAT Range
870-1090
ACT Range
18-26
Admissions at are considered Selective, with ,20% of all applicants being admitted.
In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 20 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.
75% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 42% were in the top quarter, and 15% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.
STUDENT LIFE Reviews
We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Delaware Valley University.
13%
“We”re apathetic”
47%
“We know about current events and vote”
40%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
40%
“Sometimes, but not often”
33%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
27%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
57%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
43%
“I feel extremely safe”
27%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
33%
“We bought the gear”
40%
“We live for the big game”
40%
“It”s not really our thing”
13%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
47%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
0%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
14%
“Available in class”
36%
“They keep regular office hours”
50%
“They”re always available”
20%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
53%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
27%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
13%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
40%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
40%
“We only party on weekends”
7%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
0%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
67%
“There might be people who do”
27%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
7%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
13%
“We”re apathetic”
47%
“We know about current events and vote”
40%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
40%
“Sometimes, but not often”
33%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
27%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
57%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
43%
“I feel extremely safe”
27%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
33%
“We bought the gear”
40%
“We live for the big game”
40%
“It”s not really our thing”
13%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
47%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
0%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
14%
“Available in class”
36%
“They keep regular office hours”
50%
“They”re always available”
20%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
53%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
27%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
57 Students rated on-campus housing 3.3 stars. 16 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate off-campus housing?
43 Students rated off-campus housing 2.9 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus food?
59 Students rated campus food 2.5 stars. 3 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus facilities?
59 Students rated campus facilities 3.8 stars. 24 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate class size?
59 Students rated class size 4.4 stars. 61 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate school activities?
58 Students rated school activities 4 stars. 34 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate local services?
59 Students rated local services 3.9 stars. 34 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate academics?
59 Students rated academics 3.5 stars. 22 % gave the school a 5.0.
Delaware Valley University REVIEWS
What's your overall opinion of Delaware Valley University?
20 Students rated Delaware Valley University
Nicholas - 07/07/2021
Delaware Valley University is a great four year private institution where students are a name as opposed to a number. I have made valuable connections with my academic advisor, professors, and fellow classmates. The campus is well-kept and has beautiful scenery. The university is a great option for students who are interested in transferring from a community college to a four-year school.
Logan - 05/11/2021
I like the small school setting but there are defiantly some things that could be worked on. Including the on Campus housing, the food, the campus facilities, and more events/ extracurricular activities. I think a big part of it being very hard right now is due to COVID, so I understand.
Rebecca - 03/08/2021
Do NOT go here. The teachers over all are mostly okay, its the people in charge that can go shove it. They make everything a nightmare, and will screw you over at every opportunity. They will tell you things and okay things just to go back on it later saying its not possible, making it so you can't take the classes you need before you graduate. Registrar here is the biggest piece of crap possible and will lie and change their minds and ignore you and will not help you.
Emma - 03/29/2020
Overall, Delaware Valley University is an excellent school! As a student, I have so many intriguing classes with several hands-on experiences. The professor to student ratio is perfect, meaning I can receive help with almost any situation. To be completely honest, the food could be a little better, but we make the best of what we are given. The on-campus housing is pretty good for what is offered. I shared a room with my roommate and her black lab service dog, and we had plenty of room. Easily my favorite part of Delaware Valley University is the community you feel as a student. A lot of places will say "you feel like family here", but when I tell you that we truly are like a family, I speak the truth. Most people are friendly and open to any conversation, and all the staff are sweet and approachable. I am extremely happy with my choice of a college, and I can't wait to see where the future takes me.
Madison - 01/14/2020
I absolutely love this school. The campus is larger than life and incredibly beautiful. Everyone is very friendly and welcoming and your professors genuinely care and are there to assist you when needed. There are constantly inclusive free events for everyone to attend to make the college experience more than just the academics. I couldn't have chosen a better school for myself
Monica - 11/06/2019
Delaware Valley University is an amazing school for the hands on and learning opportunities it presents. The class sizes are personal and the professors are beyond proficient in what they teach. The campus is small and quaint so it is perfect for students who wish to learn. Partying is not a main priority so students are dedicated to what they need to do. The staff is often very sweet and helpful which is extremely beneficial. The campus itself is a different matter. The campus is extremely outdated and needs to be updated. Comfort is not first priority here. Dorms do not have air conditioning at all. The rooms are a bit small and bathrooms are outdated with them being communal. The dining hall is a disappointing experience you do not have many options and there is only one located on the campus grounds. Higher ups on campus do not care so much about the campus itself, the pricing for the actual campus itself is not worth it, its ridiculously expensive but if you are going for education this is the place to go.
Margaret - 04/04/2019
Delaware Valley University is a very good school for many subjects. Their main focus tends to be agriculture and they are very thorough in their teachings while also encouraging their students to reach as far as they can and crave more knowledge. This university is very beneficial in general and I would definitely recommend it to any student that is planning on going to college.
Colton - 03/20/2019
Delaware Valley University was not my first choice when searching for postsecondary institutions; however, I have come to love the school for all of its interesting quirks. If someone is looking for a small-backwoods school, like myself, Delaware Valley University is the place to go. Coming from a rural setting, DelVal allows for a small-town feel, but is just 45 minutes from downtown Philadelphia. The class sizes are small and professors are accessible and always willing to talk, no matter the situation. There is plenty of clubs and extracurricular activities to partake in; there is no such thing as getting bored at DelVal. Overall, DelVal is adorable and perfect for any student willing to work hard for success in the future.
Kaliope - 03/11/2019
My favorite part is how small the class sizes are, one of our slogans is literally "there is no such thing as anonymity" and its true. As a commuter I'm not as involved on campus as I could be, and even I have current working relationships with professors I've had 2 or 3 semesters ago. I have a list of 'Only at DelVal Moments' that is basically awesome things that probably wouldn't happen at another school, like a professor emailing you to tell you you accidentally forgot a question in the final, or calling you to check in because you haven't been in class for a few days and they're worried about you. Or even bumping into and having a nice chat with the president, or one of the deans, all of whom are accessible and always willing to talk with sit and talk with students. And it doesn't matter if you're talking with them because you have a problem and need to or because you've gotten to know them in class, and just want to stop in to say 'hi' and talk about life. Everyone is always so nice, and so helpful, and I love it.
Annonoymous - 10/25/2018
Overall this is an okay school. Academics are not very challenging, and many professors have accents that are difficult to understand. The campus is small and all building are old (still only have chalkboards) except one. I live off campus, but have seen the dorms and can tell you that they are gross. There are shops nearby (within walking distance) and small parks (not much access to hiking or other outdoor activities. Classes are quite small, the largest class I have had consisted of 23 students. Teachers hold regular office hours and usually friendly (I have had a few that can make a student feel like they are stupid). I would reccomend this school to a person that just wants to get by so they can get their degree and does not necessarily care about how they get it.
Also for any football athletes I would not reccomend this school. The varsity football team is okay, but JV hardly ever wins a game.
Kirsten - 05/20/2018
Overall, I think Delaware Valley University is a great university academically and socially. There are a variety of clubs and organizations on-campus for students to be supported by one another. As far as the academics are concerned, a majority of the professors will help students understand the material better by having out-of-class review sessions and by having additional office hours. DelVal is definitely known for having a great academic reputation as a good percentage of students are accepted into veterinary schools as well as other prestigious programs.
Amber - 05/19/2018
it is a small college, and it has a great atmosphere. You know most people there and get the chance to bond with everyone. The great academics are great. Both my majors, business management, and public history have great professors. It might be a small college but it has a lot of opportunities.
Michael - 04/12/2018
The tuition is way too high for the experience we are actually getting. Class registration is not put together well as well as not fair. Housing system is not very good and the dorms are run down. There are not enough professors and the professor to student ration is growing a lot. The facilities are not well maintained or up to date. There are a bunch of inner city athletes that quote on quote are “majoring in football”.
Haley - 02/19/2018
It seems like a very forward moving and interesting place. Everyone is very motivated to succeed no matter what their major is. The campus is beautiful and I would love to be able to live on campus if everything works out. It’s definitely a place I would recommend to a friend.
Ashley - 08/19/2017
I have loved DelVal since the first time I stepped foot on campus. I visited campus in my junior year of high school and revisited 3 more times. The environment is very comfortable. People are amazing and very helpful. Classes are a perfect size for my learning, and the "hands on" education was the primary reason I picked Delaware Valley. Academics are great, resources are everywhere, all questions are answered. I have only dealt with warm and friendly staff and students. This College I chose as my new home, and I can't wait to see where adventures lead.
DelVal is where you feel like you are home, even when you are away from home.
The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Delaware Valley University is 68%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020, _____ students were offered admission.
What should every freshman at your school know before they start?
I would say not to worry. I would say that the academic portion is not much different then high school was. I would say that living in a dorm isn't that bad as long as you have a nice roommate. I would say make friends with your professors, they are there to help. Most of all I would say you're going to be in the National Honor Society, just relax and try to enjoy college.
What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?
I wish I had known that sports were a 100{4a082faed443b016e84c6ea63012b481c58f64867aa2dc62fff66e22ad7dff6c} commitment to that sport year round, that the food here is not good, and that freshman assigned roommates could be a disaster.
Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.
Delaware Valley College is a school mainly dedicated to the environment and animals. We have a lot of majors including agriculture, horticulture, and animal sciences. On campus we have orchards where apples and peaches grow. There is also farms that contain horses, pigs, cows, chickens, sheep, and llamas. My college has a dairy from our cows and a farmer's market that sells our produce and plants. This school is very hands on and gives the tools needed to survive in an animal or agricultural field. I enjoy being in a place that is so connected to the environment.
Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!
The unique part of Delaware Valley College is that you are able to get more one on one help with your professors. They are very friendly and are always there to help you at any time. Since it is not a large university, you have a more personal connection with your professors. They actually know your name as opposed to you just being a number in a class size of 300 plus students.
What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?
I think the worst thing about this school is that a lot of people leave on the weekends to go home so there really is not much to do on the weekends. Only the people that have a sporting event to attend to or live far away go home. You really have to know people to have a good time.
Those that have business, computer, agriculture or science based interests. should attend this school. The students and faculty are very nice, and you will get the most out of your education if you are in a field that many of the professors here are.
What's the most frustrating thing about your school?
There is not much to do activity wise on campus. The weekends are quite boring and there is not much for the students to do to have fun and get to know each other. I would really like for there to be more to do on campus.
It's really not a hard school at all. You have to be an idiot not to do well here. However, that does not mean you will not get a good education here if you are in the ag/science departments. Don't bother wasting your money (and a lot of it to go here) if you're going to major in anything else.
What are the most popular student activities/groups?
There are a few fraternities and sororities but joining one is not vital for a good social life. However, if you don't enjoy drinking every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evening into the next morning, you'll be very bored on the weekends. Many people start drinking around noon or the early evening and don't stop until they fall asleep early in the next day. Then they eat, shower, and start all over again. Classes are definitely attended a little drunk on those days. People just laugh it off because those kids know when to crunch down and get their work done.
There really isn't anything else to do around here. Even if you have a car, there's nowhere to go in Doylestown. A ton of kids go home for the weekend so you need to make sure you're friends with kids who live far away if you don't plan on going home for the weekend.
What is the stereotype of students at your school?
Three major stereotypes usually:
1) If you are an agriculture/science major (crop science, dairy science): You know your stuff and you're really just here for the piece of paper or you're looking to go on to vet school. You're a hick.
2) If you are any other major (business, accounting, etc): You're not very smart and either played a sport that you want to keep playing poorly (we're DIII) or you live close (or you're from Jersey). You're a guido.
All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA.
Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.
100% of students attending Delaware Valley University receive some sort of financial aid.
33% were awarded federal grants.80%received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.