University of Delaware
Newark, DE · Public · Bachelor's degrees · Suburb
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About University of Delaware
The University of Delaware (UD, UDel, or Delaware) is a privately governed, state-assisted land-grant research university in Newark, Delaware, United States. UD offers 4 associate programs, 163 bachelor's programs, 136 master's programs, and 64 doctoral programs across its ten colleges and schools. The main campus is in Newark, with satellite campuses in Dover, Wilmington, Lewes, and Georgetown. With 24,221 students as of fall 2023, UD is the largest university in Delaware by enrollment. UD is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity". According to the National Science Foundation, UD spent $186 million on research and development in 2018, ranking it 119th in the nation. UD students, alumni, and sports teams are known as the "Fightin' Blue Hens", commonly shortened to "Blue Hens", and the school colors are Delaware blue and gold. UD sponsors 21 men's and women's NCAA Division I sports teams and have competed in the Coastal Athletic Association (CAA) since 2001 except for the men's hockey team which competes in the ESCHL. The university has left the CAA and subsequently joined Conference USA for the 2025–2026 academic year.
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71%
Acceptance
$17,799
Net price
19,071
Enrollment
81%
Grad rate
Report Card
Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
71%
Acceptance rate
1,292
SAT average
29
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$17,799
Average net price
$16,810
In-state tuition
$41,400
Out-of-state tuition
$15,386
Room & board
$1,250
Books & supplies
$30,952
Total cost of attendance
16%
Students receiving Pell grants
50%
Students with federal loans
$24,572
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
Popular Majors
After Graduation
$72,950
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$58,846
Median earnings (6 yrs)
81%
Graduation rate
92%
Retention rate
90%
Earn more than a HS grad
$21,941
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
19,071
Total enrollment
4%
Part-time
19
Avg. age at entry
17%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
University of Delaware FAQ
Is University of Delaware a public or private school?
University of Delaware is a public institution located in Newark, DE.
What is the acceptance rate at University of Delaware?
University of Delaware has an acceptance rate of 71%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does University of Delaware cost?
The average annual net price at University of Delaware is $17,799 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $16,810 in-state and $41,400 out-of-state.
What is the graduation rate at University of Delaware?
About 81% of students at University of Delaware complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do University of Delaware graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, University of Delaware students earn a median of $72,950 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for University of Delaware?
Admitted students at University of Delaware have an average SAT score of 1,292 and an ACT midpoint of 29. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend University of Delaware?
University of Delaware enrolls about 19,071 students.
Campus
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