Farming since 1896

Delaware Valley University has been farming for 125 years. We started as the National Farm School in 1896 with a mission of educating young men in both the science and practice of farming. This was the vision of our founder, Rabbi Dr. Joseph Krauskopf, who believed that farming was the answer to the growing immigrant poverty in major cities in the United States. His vision lives today in our award winning Experience360 program – where 100% of DelVal students graduate with real-world experience on their resume.


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125 Years of Experiential Learning

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New! Specialization or Certificate in Cannabis

In response to the increasing demand for employees with specialized training in cannabis production and agribusiness, the department of Plant Science, Landscape Architecture and Environmental Science offers a Horticulture major with a specialization in Cannabis for students desiring a four-year degree, or a stand-alone 17-credit one-year certificate in Cannabis. 

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Student Clubs & Organizations

Fortify your degree while you make new friends and lifelong connections by getting involved in DelVal student clubs and organizations.