University Attributes

It is the mission of DeSales University to provide men and women with quality higher education according to the philosophy of Christian humanism as developed by Saint Francis de Sales and his spiritual heirs. The University imparts knowledge about, and develops talents for, personal, familial, and societal living. DeSales University enriches the human community and enhances the dignity of the individual through its educational endeavors. In its work, the University fosters a vital and respectful dialogue between Roman Catholic faith and human culture.

Affiliation

A private, four-year Catholic university for men and women administered by the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales.

Accreditation

Accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools and the National League for Nursing. The Physician Assistant Program is fully accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc. (ARC-PA). Next review by this organization will be in 2012. DeSales is also a member of the Lehigh Valley Association of Independent Colleges, which offers cross-registration and interlibrary loan with Cedar Crest, Lafayette, Moravian, and Muhlenberg Colleges, and Lehigh University.

Degrees Available

• Bachelor of Arts
• Bachelor of Science
• Master of Arts
• Master of Science

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

Experience Required

no

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Transcript
• Written Application

DeSales University's Mission Statement

The mission of DeSales University is to provide men and women with quality higher education according to the philosophy of Christian humanism developed by Saint Francis de Sales and his spiritual heirs. The University imparts knowledge about and develops talents for personal, familial, and societal living. DeSales University enriches the human community and enhances the dignity of the individual through its educational endeavors. In its work, the University fosters a vital and respectful dialogue between Roman Catholic faith and human culture.

Year Founded

1964