Drexel University and University of Delaware are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. Drexel is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Philadelphia, PA and UD is a four-year, public school located in Newark, DE.
The following list compares two colleges briefly in important perspectives. You can compare them with comprehensive information on full comparison page.
| Drexel University | vs. | University of Delaware |
|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Location | Newark, Delaware |
| Four-year, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (very high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (very high research activity) |
| $62,412 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$16,810
Out-Of-State$41,400 |
| 92% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 73% |
| $29,045 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $14,145 |
| 79.44 % | Acceptance Rates | 70.60 % |
| 8.09 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 15.67 % |
| 1,340 | SAT Score | 1,280 |
| 30 | ACT Score | 30 |
| 78 % | Graduation Rate | 81 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | - |
| 90 % | Retention Rate | 92 % |
| 21,153 | Student Population | 24,412 |
| 1,199 | Number of Faculties | 1,256 |
| 9 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 16 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services |
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