Delaware Valley University
Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 52%
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Delaware Valley University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 45% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 55th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (PA wage index 0.97). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Delaware Valley University
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food Science and Technology | — | $70,222 | -1% | #17 of 29 | #11 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $36,232 | $66,210 | -3% | #526 of 1176 | #513 | $25,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $39,673 | $62,317 | +13% | #94 of 660 | #87 | $25,000 |
| Biology | $40,692 | $55,244 | -3% | #521 of 841 | #502 | $26,985 |
| Agricultural Business and Management | $47,802 | $53,349 | -20% | #67 of 77 | #70 | — |
| Agricultural Production Operations | $28,814 | $49,746 | -7% | #9 of 14 | #10 | $26,500 |
| Animal Sciences | $38,378 | $49,225 | -1% | #39 of 78 | #40 | $25,569 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | $29,383 | $48,732 | -4% | #39 of 59 | #35 | $22,500 |
| Plant Sciences | — | $48,031 | -15% | #36 of 44 | #39 | — |
| Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services | $47,375 | — | — | — | — | $25,000 |
| Zoology/Animal Biology | $27,287 | $40,575 | -8% | #42 of 52 | #39 | $26,400 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | $39,903 | — | — | — | — | $26,000 |
| Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management | $28,178 | $38,899 | -14% | #36 of 37 | #37 | $25,750 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The Delaware Valley University Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $689,208
- Avg rent near campus: $2,464/mo — vs ~$770/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 18936 (4.0% cap, Montgomeryville)
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $40,680 | $40,680 |
| Room | $6,930 | |
| Board | $8,250 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $61,090 | $61,090 |
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Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Delaware Valley University's top programs commonly pursue.
Student Demographics
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📊 Age Distribution
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is Delaware Valley University a good school?
- Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology