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ACCEPTANCE RATE

52.77%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

99%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

15:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

18

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$10,112

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Fine Arts and Studio Arts Degree

The Fine Arts and Studio Arts is a field of study emphasizing the professional education in the visual arts or performing arts. A Bachelor of Fine Arts differs from a Bachelor of Arts in the United States in that the primary emphasis of a BFA is a studio component versus lectures more prominent in a BA degree program at Delaware State University. Get more details below including other Delaware colleges that offer fine arts and studio arts degrees.

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Delaware State University

Also known as Delaware Tech

100 Campus Drive, Dover, DE

Delaware State University is a public historically black institution located in Dover, DE. Many historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. As a land grant institution this school is one of the larger public institutions in the state of Delaware. Delaware State University has a yearly student enrollment of over 3,800.

Students can choose from several areas of study, including:

  • Psychology
  • Communications And Journalism
  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Social Sciences

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, school records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken in order to apply to this school. Scores within the range of 16 to 20 on the ACT or 1180 to 1400 on the SAT are required to increase your chances for acceptance. 43% of those students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 28% choose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at desu.edu.

Tuition & fees at this school are different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs nearly $7,800 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $17,000 for the year. Housing is available for students, which costs around $7,300 annually. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements.

The Del State Hornets participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA. Sports available may include:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
  • Football (NCAA Division I-AA)

For a complete list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.desu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Fine Arts and Studio Arts Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Delaware Tech offers a bachelor's degree program in fine arts and studio arts.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male5
Female3

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Black5
Hispanic1
White2

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Fine Arts and Studio Arts program at Delaware State University, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators

Description

Create original artwork using any of a wide variety of media and techniques.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.1% from 2014 to 2024

Artists and Related Workers, All Other

Description

All artists and related workers not listed separately.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the students Delaware State University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, Delaware State University may provide services including:

  • Online course work available
  • Remedial courses
  • Counseling assistance
  • Student employment
  • Assisting students to find work

Intercollegiate Athletics

Delaware State University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)
  • Basketball (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)
  • Track and Field (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)
  • Football (Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference)
  • Golf
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Bowling
  • Equestrian