University of Delaware (UDel)

Type	4 year, Public
Campus locale	Suburb: Large
Degrees offered	Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system	4-1-4

Student body size	Large
Common app member	Yes
Dormitory capacity	6,911
Student to faculty ratio	15 to 1
Acceptance rate	72%
Students retention rate	91%
On-time graduation rate	82%

Located in Newark, Delaware, UDel is a public, institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The university operates on a 4-1-4 calendar system, allowing students to engage in intensive study during the two shorter terms. This unique academic structure provides students with the opportunity to explore specialized areas of interest or complete internships, enhancing their overall educational experience.

University of Delaware is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

UDel boasts an impressive student retention rate of 91% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 83% and 72%, respectively.

Accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education
The institution provides on-campus housing
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Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

72.3%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$15,020

Cost of attendance at University of Delaware in 2022 for students from Delaware.

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Delaware's average	$9,441
National average	$8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$36,880

Cost of attendance at University of Delaware in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Delaware's average	$22,323
National average	$18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 86 of freshman students at University of Delaware received on average $12,410 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$12,410

	Students Receiving Aid		Average Amount	Total Amount
Pell Grant	727	17%	$4,663	$3,390,047
Other Federal Grant	727	17%	$5,009	$3,641,401
State Grant/Scholarships	853	20%	$5,131	$4,377,108
Institutional Grant/Scholarships	2,985	71%	$12,231	$36,510,291
Total Grant & Scholarships	3,588	86%	$12,410	$44,528,800

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of University of Delaware students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of University of Delaware students is 82.3%. Female students graduated at a rate of 84.5%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 79.2%.

82.3%

asian 80.3% 196 students
African American 69.1% 170 students
white 84.0% 2,810 students
unknown 86.4% 19 students
hawaiian 100.0% 4 students
hispanic 77.8% 280 students
International Students 85.3% 99 students
Mixed Race 78.0% 96 students

Sport Conferences

Football Colonial Athletic Association
Baseball Colonial Athletic Association
Basketball Colonial Athletic Association
Track and Cross Country Colonial Athletic Association

Athletic Associations

National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

University of Delaware provides the following additional services to its students

Remedial services
Placement services for graduates
Academic/career counseling services
Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

University of Delaware offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.

Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

Study abroad
Teacher certification
ROTC - Army
ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
Recognized student veteran organization
Credit for military training
Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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