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University of Delaware

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Newark, Delaware 19716

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Strong graduate outcomes — known for business

University of Delaware is a public institution in Newark with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1297, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A large campus of 18.8K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

79% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $72,950 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $16,931.

Established
1743
Motto
Scientia Sol Mentis Est
Mascot
YoUDee
Type
Privately governed, state-assisted land-grant research university
Conference
NCAA Division I
Division
Division I

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65%Acceptance
1297SAT Avg
18,812Students
15:1Student:Faculty
79%Grad Rate
$72,950Earnings 10yr
$16,931Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

University of Delaware Launches New Data Science Minor

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

Admissions

Acceptance Rate65.1%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1297

Reading & WritingMid: 628
610680
MathMid: 620
590680

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 29
2731

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

65.1%

Trend

SAT Avg

1297

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$16,080
Tuition (out-of-state)$39,720
Room & Board$14,838
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$29,347
Average Net Price$16,931
Median Debt at Graduation$24,572
Monthly Payment (10yr)$261

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$9,354
$30–48K$10,573
$48–75K$12,857
$75–110K$18,508
$110K+$25,310

Financial Intel

Avg Net Price

$16,931

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

51.9%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$21,000

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

133

Peer Average

92

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system

Programs (267)

Student Life

Student Body

Undergrads
18,812
Gender Split
60% / 40%
Women / Men
First Generation
17%
Pell Grant Recipients
16%

Race & Ethnicity

White 67%
Black 6%
Hispanic 10%
Asian 6%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 4%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate78.8%
Freshman Retention90.1%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$58,846
8 Years$69,215
10 Years$72,950

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$59,200
Men
$70,700

Rankings

U.S. News
#86
Forbes
#127
Wall Street Journal
#29
Washington Monthly
#111

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History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

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