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DeSales University

DeSales University
2755 Station Avenue
Center Valley, PA 18034-9568

Official telephone: (610) 282-1100
Fax number: (610) 282-0131
Website: https://www.desales.edu/
Screen last updated on: October 2026

The admissions information below is valid for the 2026 academic year.
ADMISSIONS OFFICE
Contacting the office: 610 282-1100 1277
877 433-7253 1277 (toll free)

FIRST-TIME FRESHMAN APPLICATION PROCESS & REQUIREMENTS
Is there an application deadline for fall? yes
Final filing date for fall: August 1
High school graduation is: required, GED is accepted
Interview is: recommended
Standardized test requirements: SAT I or ACT considered if submitted
School has formalized early decision program: no
School has early action program: no
School has concurrent enrollment program for high school: yes

FIRST-TIME FRESHMAN SELECTION PROCESS
Academic criteria:
  • secondary school report very important
  • class rank important
  • recommendations important
  • standardized test scores important
  • essay important
Nonacademic criteria:
  • interview considered
  • extracurricular activities considered
  • particular talent/ability very important
  • character/personal qualities considered
  • alumni/ae relationship not considered
  • geographical residence not considered
  • state residency not considered
  • religious affiliation/commitment considered
  • volunteer work considered
  • work experience important
Average secondary school GPA: 3.42
Percent of freshmen who submitted GPA: 97%
Average SAT I: 594 verbal, 575 math
Combined SAT I middle 50% range: 1120 - 1300
Percent of accepted applicants who submitted SAT I scores: 24%

FIRST-TIME FRESHMAN ENROLLMENT
Number of completed applications received: 3,788
Number of applicants offered admission who enrolled: 2,980
School has a waiting list policy: no
Percent of freshmen who came from out of state: 25%
Admission may be deferred: yes

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