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65%
Open Admissions
79%
Graduation
About University of Delaware
University of Delaware is a public four-year institution located in Newark, Delaware. With an enrollment of approximately 18,812 undergraduate students, it is a mid-size institution. With an acceptance rate of 65%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate stands at a strong 79%. Graduates earn a median salary of $72,950 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $16,931 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
65%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
79%
Enrollment
18,812
Total students
Median Earnings
$72,950
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$16,080
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$39,720
Per year
Average Net Price
$16,931
After aid (avg)
SAT Range
N/A or test-optional
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
SAT Score Range (M+R)
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Score Range
27 – 31
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
Test-optional / N/A
SAT Math
25th
590
Median
620
75th
680
200800
ACT Composite
25th
27
Median
29
75th
31
136
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$39,720/yr
In-State Tuition$16,080/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$16,931/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Good4-Year Cost
$67,724
10-Year Earnings
$729,500
ROI Multiple
10.8×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at University of Delaware
Student Outcomes
79%
Graduation Rate
Above national average
$73k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
18,812
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
