Summer Academy

Delaware State University Summer Academy 2023

The Delaware State University Summer Academy is a seven-week on-campus and virtual learning opportunity that provides the chance to fast-track student success by earning 6-9 college credits, get a head start on your journey as a Hornet and ease your transition from high school.

Who can attend?

  • Summer Academy is open to all incoming freshmen as well as transfer students with less than 30 credits. 

WHAT ARE THE Dates?

  • June 26-August 11, 2023
    • 5 weeks residential/on-campus learning (June 26-July 28)

    • 2 weeks remote/hybrid learning (July 31-August 11)

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?

  • Start college early and get to know your campus community early as a residential student

  • Get a jump-start on your education, personal and professional success through a rigorous academic program, workshops, tutoring and more

  • Receive early access to your Apple iPad

WHAT IS THE COST?

  • Summer Academy program cost: $3,500

  • Fees: $100 Summer Academy Enrollment Fee and $200 Housing Deposit

WHAT ARE MY OPTIONS TO PAY?

  • Grants are available for those who qualify.
    (please apply for financial aid by filing the 2022-2023 FAFSA at https://fafsa.gov. Include Delaware State University’s school code – 001428).
    Note: The 2023-2024 FAFSA must be filed separately for the fall 2023 semester.

  • Payment plans are also available beginning May 1.

Summer Academy 2023 Payment Plans
Last Day to Enroll Online Required Down Payment Number of Payments Months of Payments
May 11 None 3 May-July
June 9 None 2 June and July
       

WHAT ARE MY Next Steps? 

Step 1: Complete the online registration form.

Step 2: Pay the nonrefundable $100 Enrollment Fee and $200 Housing Deposit by June 1.

Step 3: Secure funding to pay financial obligations by June 1. Apply for financial aid by May 1. Enroll in a payment plan (available May 1)

Read the full steps in the Summer Academy Checklist

STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?

  • Email summeracademy [at] desu.edu or call 302.922.3974.