Delaware Valley University: what international applicants need

What are Delaware Valley University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Delaware Valley University admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is Delaware Valley University's acceptance rate?

93.2% for students who started in fall 2024: Delaware Valley University admitted 2,184 of its 2,343 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Delaware Valley University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Delaware Valley University is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

What SAT score do you need for Delaware Valley University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 530–640 in Math and 560–663 in Reading and Writing (63% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 23–30.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Delaware Valley University's application fee for international students?

Delaware Valley University charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.

Which English tests does Delaware Valley University accept?

Delaware Valley University lists the TOEFL iBT and IELTS Academic as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does Delaware Valley University accept the Duolingo English Test?

The Duolingo English Test isn't among the English tests Delaware Valley University lists for 2026–27 (TOEFL iBT and IELTS Academic). Check its international page before you register.

How many recommendation letters does Delaware Valley University require?

Delaware Valley University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Delaware Valley University require the Common App personal essay?

No. Delaware Valley University doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Delaware Valley University have?

6 of Delaware Valley University's 1,768 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 0.3%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Delaware Valley University cost for international students?

Delaware Valley University's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $44,850, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $15,076. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $62,966 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source