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About University of Delaware

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University of Delaware is a public research university in Newark, DE, known for its public research university, business and engineering focus, and high acceptance rate. With an acceptance rate of 74%, UD is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 4,906 students each year. UD is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1220–1370, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. UD offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $11,031 per year; the sticker price of $53,422 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University of Delaware acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

74%
Overall Accept Rate
3.75
Typical Admitted GPA
1295
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 3.50 – 4.00 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 1220 – 1370 (test optional)

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ACTScore range: 28 – 32

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University of Delaware

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Demonstrated Interest
Delaware tracks demonstrated interest, so visit campus in Newark, attend a virtual information session, or connect with an admissions rep at a college fair and log your name with the office. These interactions are noted in your file and can tip decisions at a 74% acceptance rate school where they want to know you genuinely want to be there.
Application Strategy
Apply to the Honors College when you submit your main application since it requires a separate application and has its own deadline, and admission to Honors significantly changes your experience with smaller seminars, priority registration, and dedicated housing in Honors housing communities on campus.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What University of Delaware actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$53k/yr$10.9k
30k-48k~$53k/yr$10.1k
48k-75k~$53k/yr$13.2k
75k-110k~$53k/yr$17.4k
110k+~$53k/yr$25.6k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

79%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$59k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
19,061
Undergrad Enrollment
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