Overview
Student Population
Best Colleges Rank
Located in Newark, Delaware, University of Delaware is a large four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 34,111 prospective students applied, and 24,679 were granted admission. Of those admitted 4,617 enrolled in the school. 21,510 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2,486 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $12,980 plus fees of $2,040. UD is ranked 141 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
UD is rated within the top 25% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for University of Delaware within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#141 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#32 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#1 in Best Colleges in Delaware
#1 in Best Public Colleges in Delaware
#173 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#1 in Best Value Colleges in Delaware
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1155/1340 |
| ACT | 26/31 |
| GPA | 3.94 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 15, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $75 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Delaware Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $2,040 |
| Room and Board | $13,742 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,800 |
| Total One Year Cost | $31,562 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $2,040 |
| Room and Board | $13,742 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,800 |
| Total One Year Cost | $53,422 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 20% |
| Social Sciences | 12% |
| Education | 8% |
| Engineering | 7% |
| Health Professions | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=130943 IPEDS survey data for University of Delaware.
Current students may use the University of Delaware GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.