University of Delaware (UD) is a four-year, public school located in Newark, DE. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.

The UD's 2024 tuition & fees is $16,080 for Delaware residents and $39,720 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 70% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $12,518.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 24,039 and the students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1 (6.67%).

UD ranked 71st in National Universities and 1st in Delaware Colleges rankings. University of Delaware is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.


2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of University of Delaware is $16,080 for in-state students and $39,720 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $18,664 for in-state students and $19,546 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $16,779 for Delaware residents and $41,594 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $18,664 for Delaware residents and $20,470 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$16,080$39,720
Graduate$18,664$19,546
Updated with 2023-2024 tuition (Last update: 5/10/2024)
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$16,779$41,594
Graduate$18,664$20,470

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.

Admission Key Statistics

UD's acceptance rate is 73.81% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 18.80%. The median SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 1,280.

The average graduation rate is 79%. For the academic year 2022-2023, total 24,039 students erolled in the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). Key academic statistics for UD are listed in the following table.

2024 UD Key Academics Statistics
Admission Stats »73.81% Acceptance Rate / 18.80% Yield
Test Scores »1,280 SAT / 29 ACT
Graduation Rate »79%
Retention Rate91%(full-time), 62% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio6.67% (15 to 1)
Student Population »24,039 (19,482 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$12,518

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

University of Delaware offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at UD
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeNo
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

University of Delaware Directory Information

Address104 Hullihen Hall, Newark, DE 19716
Phone302-831-2000
WEBSchool's Website
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School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryResearch University (very high research activity)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree