How to add a group of images to VSE at a specified length?

When I add an entire folder the images come in at 24 images per second as expected for a 24fps project. If I add just one image it defaults at 26 frames for itself. This is easily changed in the Add Image Strip Dialog box but it appears to have no effect when more than one image is added at a time. I need each image to hold for two frames for a stop motion project.
I have looked into Time Remapping and I think the process can be handled before the images are added.

Import a series of images as a single strip, then press the Y key to seperate the images into single frames. At this point Blender offers you the option to choose a length of frame.

Perfect! Yes thank you very much 3pointedit!