Founded in 1924 as a public institution by the State of Mississippi, the school now known as Delta State University underwent several name and status changes until it was finally renamed Delta State University in 1974. Also known as DSU, it is a regional public university situated in Cleveland, Mississippi. It is one of the eight publicly funded universities in the state. Acknowledging the institute’s beginnings as a humble teacher’s college, the University upholds distinction in teacher education, while continuing to increase offerings in traditional and unique programs of study.
Delta State University
Academics
As a public institution, Delta State University provides a comprehensive undergraduate curriculum to more than 4,000 students, representing over 30 states and 20 countries. The University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to grant bachelor’s, master’s, educational specialist, and doctorate degrees to the students. The institute offers more than 10 baccalaureate degrees in over 35 majors and seeks to meet the needs for advanced training in specific fields by providing programs of study for 9 master’s degrees, the education specialist degree and the doctor of education degree.
Schools and Colleges:
Delta State University is composed of the following academic units: College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, College of Education, and School of Nursing. Apart from the academic units, DSU also operates several centers such as Center for Business and Entrepreneurial Research, Center for Community and Economic Development, Center for Interdisciplinary Geospatial Information Technologies, Center for Science and Environmental Education, Delta Center for Culture and Learning, Delta Music Institute, Small Business Development Center, and The Madison Center.
Most Popular Fields of Study
The top 5 fields of study completed at Delta State University.
Students seeking admission to Delta State University must submit all the official transcripts along with the online application form. Students are required to take either the American College Test (ACT) and Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT). The transfer students must submit the official transcripts from all the previous institutes. International students seeking admission must take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).
Financial Aid
Delta State University believes in providing financial aid to those who are unable to meet their educational expenses. All applicants must first complete their Free Application For Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Federal and state grants offered at DSU are Pell Grant, Academic Competitiveness Grant, National Smart Grant Program, and Summer Developmental Program Grant. Students can also apply for scholarships such as state of Mississippi scholarships and Delta State scholarships. Loans are the type of financial aid that must be returned with interest. They include Federal Parent Plus, Federal Perkins, Subsidized and Unsubsidized, and Alternative Loans.
DSU also offers work-study programs such as Federal Work Study and Regular Student Employment. With the help of these programs, students can take up jobs in their area of interest to meet their own educational expense.
Student Financial Aid Details
How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?
Delta State University 3186th for the average student loan amount.
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At DSU, everyone is a part of the Delta State family. The University aims to provide excellence in academics as well as extracurricular activities. The Student Government Association acts as the voice of the students, and works to provide a healthy and enjoyable student life to all. There are several on-campus student organizations which include the Association of Graduate, Community Development, Delta Volunteers, Mathematical Association of America (MAA), and Women in Aviation. The student body includes a good number of international students from more than 20 foreign countries.
Delta State University has a strong Greek life on the campus. The Greek organizations are governed by the National Panhellenic Conference, Interfraternity Council, and National Pan-Hellenic Council. The fraternities and sororities include Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, Pi Kappa Alpha, Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Delta Delta Delta, Kappa Delta, and Phi Mu.
Campus Facilities:
The DSU campus houses the Roberts-LaForge Library which includes a range of academic books, references, videos, magazines, journals, etc. Students can also seek the Interlibrary Loan offered at the library. The library is also accessible online. There is always a librarian available to help students out.
The career center at Delta State University provides career-related advice and counseling to the students. It helps them get a job after the successful completion of their courses. There is also counseling and testing center at the campus.
The campus also offers housing options to the students to find a home away from home. The residence halls at DSU are equipped with all the modern amenities that students would want, such as well-equipped lobby areas including lounge space, snack and drink machines. There is also a basic TV cable service installed in every room, including the family apartments, at no extra charge. Women’s residence halls include Cain-Tatum, Lawler-Harkins, Cleveland, Brumby-Castle, and Foundation Hall. The residence halls for men include Court of Governors (Brewer, Clark Noel & Longino), New Men’s, and Foundation Hall. Delta State University also offers excellent dining options for students, faculty and staff members. The eating outlets in the campus include Young Mauldin and The Mill Food Court.
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at Delta State University?
Delta State University’s athletic department sponsors more than 10 intercollegiate sports competing at the NCAA Division II level. The University is affiliated with the Gulf South Conference and New South Intercollegiate Swim Conference. The men’s and women’s teams participate in basketball, baseball, swimming, diving, tennis, soccer, golf, fast-pitch softball, and cross-country. The teams are officially named as Statesmen and Lady Statesmen; while unofficially, they are nicknamed as Okra. The DSU colors are Forest Green and White.
Alumni
Brent Leach, Notable Pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers
Jeanette W. Hyde, Eminent Ambassador.
Patrick House, Winner of NBC’s The Biggest Loser
Rowan Nathaniel House, Notable Mid-20th Century Artist
Delta State University
Additional School Information
Serving as the cultural and educational center of the region, Delta State University is located in Cleveland, MS, which was named Norman Crampton’s “100 Best Small Towns in America.” The Mississippi Delta, a 20-county, northwestern region of the state, rich in various ethnic and cultural groups, provides almost 75 percent of the University’s enrollment. The University identifies the Delta as its primary public service region, while acknowledging the significance of research and service that also benefits the state and nation.
Bibliography
Delta State University. 2011.
Delta State University: Mel Hankinson, Dave Ferriss, Kenneth T. Henson, Floyd Shaman, Carolyn Elkins. University Press of Mississippi. General Books LLC, 2010. Print.
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about 2 years agoKenyate kenyate24 ((at)) yahoo dot com
Was one the first 2000 fall graduates and going to dsu changed my life.
over 2 years agoDavid Curry kidd1949 ((at)) bellsouth dot net
I graduated from DSU in 1972. I have been informed that we are now the DSU "Fighting OKRA"....Is this a joke or is it true? It makes us sound like a bunch of sissies.
How do I find out if this is true.
over 2 years agoBrittany Davis brittany38751 ((at)) yahoo dot com
I am currently a sophomore journalism major at DSU. So far my experiences there have been wonderful, and I feel that I couldn't have had a better college experience anywhere else.
almost 3 years agoTricia Walker tricia ((at)) bigfrontporch dot com
Delta State is once again to be put on the map with the Delta Music Institute, the premier recording arts and music industry studies program in the state. Check it out at dmi.deltastate.edu!
over 3 years agomexis www dot mileaway601 ((at)) yahoo dot com
i will be graduatin in 2011 and i would like to attend DSU as a freshmen on up to senior. I am from canton ms, and i had relatives to tel me wonderful things about DSU.
over 3 years agoJoye Pruden joye_pruden ((at)) ao dot uscourts dot gov
I received a Master's degree from Delta State in 1981. I am now working as a Judicial Administrative Assistant to a Federal Judge in Washington, D.C. Go, Delta State.
almost 4 years agoDeMarie babytuddy12 ((at)) hotmail dot com
I will be graduating in 2011 and I am going to attend DSU. I am going to go to nursing school and everything....
almost 4 years agoTimothyJ. Morris morris6449 ((at)) yahoo dot com
I graduated in 1988.The degree I received at DSU put me in a position to get the job I have today. Attending DSU was the starting point for my career, I love DSU!!!!!!!
over 4 years agoJosie Self selfjosie212 ((at)) yahoo dot com
My son would like to attend 2008 football camp.Watched game last hs, was on my feet all 2nd half.
over 4 years agoj boyd ingram ingramjboyd ((at)) bellsouth dot net
I graduated in 1964. Going there was one of the best things that has ever happened in my life!
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kenyate24 ((at)) yahoo dot com
Was one the first 2000 fall graduates and going to dsu changed my life.