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UD is a highly rated public university located in Newark, Delaware in the Philadelphia Area. It is a large institution with an enrollment of 18,034 undergraduate students. Admissions is somewhat competitive as the UD acceptance rate is 74%. Popular majors include Finance, Liberal Arts and Humanities, and Research and Experimental Psychology. Graduating 80% of students, UD alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $46,700.
About
About UD...
- Common App Accepted
- Public College
- SAT/ACT Optional
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-FCS
Athletic Conference
Coastal Athletic Association
Compare to Other Colleges
- Delaware
- Newark
University of Delaware Rankings
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UD Admissions
Acceptance Rate
74%
Application Deadline
Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.
January 15
SAT Range
1190-1360
ACT Range
26-31
Application Fee
$75
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
No
Application Website
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Will You Get Into UD?
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Net Price
$18,044/ year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$12,375/ year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
93%
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Academics
Professors
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Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
15:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
78%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.213 responses
55%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.266 responses
48%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.264 responses
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Majors
Most Popular Majors
Finance
271 Graduates
Liberal Arts and Humanities
252 Graduates
Research and Experimental Psychology
234 Graduates
Marketing
216 Graduates
Biology
196 Graduates
Communications
188 Graduates
Nursing
177 Graduates
Behavioral Sciences
175 Graduates
Criminology
157 Graduates
Elementary Education
156 Graduates
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Online
Programs Offered Entirely Online
Total number of complete undergraduate programs offered online or through distance learning.
Offers Online Courses
College offers distance education courses.
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
Total number of certificate degree programs offered online or through distance education.
Online Associates Programs
Total number of associate degree programs offered online or through distance education.
Online Bachelor's Programs
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How Students Learn
Based on class setting of student enrollment.
Mix of Online and on Campus
42%
On Campus
54%
Online
4%
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
18,034Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
1,448
Undergrads Over 25
2%
Pell Grant
18%
Varsity Athletes
3%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on
189 responses
Very wide range
36%
Most students at UD are eager to learn and succeed
24%
Upper-Middle Class suburban kids
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Chill, just want to pass with friends and fun
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UD students know how to have a good time
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Preppy girls and fratty boys
6%
Most students at UD were jocks in high school.
3%
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Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
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49%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.306 responses
Poll
54%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.359 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
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192 responses
Classic College Campus Look
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Beautiful
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Amazing
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Beautiful campus with challenging courses
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Extraordinary
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Picturesque
6%
Home away from home
3%
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After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$57,000/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
80%
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Employed 2 Years After Graduation
96%
National
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85%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.130 responses
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University of Delaware Reviews
Rating 3.7 out of 5 3,716 reviews
Rating 5 out of 5
The University of Delaware has many opportunities for one to flourish and become whoever they want to be. From different themed events to several ways to get involved, there is no excuse for someone to not be alone on this campus. The academics are great when the professors set up different ways to help the student and put out resources to aid their students. Campus life is calm and relaxing with Main street filled with restaurants and the public transportation at an affordable rate! There is nothing you can't do at the University of Delaware!
- Sophom*ore
- 2 days ago
Rating 4 out of 5
I love the University of Delaware! I feel like I've really found a place where I can get a great education while exploring who I am as a person and finding what matters most to me. The campus life is absolutely amazing; there are so many resources and opportunities offered here and I love to take advantage of everything offered. The professors are great and love to help out their students, and I really love the local area of the city of Newark. The campus is pretty big, but I really like how I live in a little college-town and have the chance to have so many unique experiences.
- Sophom*ore
- a month ago
Rating 5 out of 5
Strong Academic Programs: UD is particularly known for its engineering, business, and science programs. The university has a good reputation for research opportunities, especially in fields like chemical engineering and biological sciences.
Campus and Facilities: The campus is often praised for its beauty, with historic buildings and modern facilities. The campus is well-maintained, and there are plenty of resources available, such as libraries, study spaces, and recreational facilities.
Location: Situated in Newark, Delaware, UD offers a small-town feel with easy access to larger cities like Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C. This makes it convenient for internships, job opportunities, and cultural experiences.
Community and School Spirit: There’s a strong sense of community at UD, with numerous student organizations, clubs, and events. The school spirit is evident during sports events, particularly football games.
- Junior
- 24 days ago
