Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
65.11%
SAT Average
1,297
ACT Range
27-31
University of Delaware Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 65.11%. This means approximately 651 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 18,812 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
65.11%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $16,080 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $39,720 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $29,347 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $16,931 | State avg: $15,798. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 15.65% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 48.12% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of Delaware Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$39,720
Room and board
$14,838
Books and supplies
$1,000
Other expenses
$1,800
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$29,347
Average net price
$16,931
Average aid coverage
42%
$12,416 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of Delaware pays approximately $16,931 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Delaware average of $15,798 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of Delaware?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Delaware and national averages.
University of Delaware net price
$16,931
Delaware average
$15,798
National average
$17,506
University of Delaware Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $39,720 and average net price at $16,931. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$39,720
Current net price
$16,931
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
78.78%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$72,950
Undergraduates
18,812
10-Year Median Earnings - University of Delaware vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of Delaware graduates earn about 1.7x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of Delaware?
Undergraduates
18,812
Completion rate
78.78%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
15.65%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
48.12%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 15.65% of University of Delaware students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 48.12% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of Delaware
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of Delaware's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of Delaware lists Middle States Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
University of Delaware is listed at 104 Hullihen Hall, Newark, DE 19716. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare University of Delaware with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Delaware | 65.11% | $39,720 | $16,931 | $72,950 |
| Margaret H Rollins School of Nursing at Beebe Medical Center | Not available | Not available | Not available | $72,380 |
| Goldey-Beacom College | 76.53% | $13,440 | $16,957 | $59,892 |
| Wilmington University | Not available | $12,330 | $15,355 | $53,844 |
| Delaware State University | 61.67% | $20,250 | $15,745 | $49,307 |
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This local cluster focuses on nearby Newark schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Newark.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Delaware's acceptance rate?
University of Delaware's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 65.11%.
How much is University of Delaware tuition?
University of Delaware's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $39,720.
What is University of Delaware's average net price?
University of Delaware's average net price in the local dataset is $16,931.
What is University of Delaware's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $72,950 for University of Delaware.
Is University of Delaware accredited?
University of Delaware's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend University of Delaware?
The local dataset lists 18,812 undergraduate students at University of Delaware.
What percentage of University of Delaware students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of Delaware in the local dataset is 15.65%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of Delaware?
The federal loan rate for University of Delaware in the local dataset is 48.12%.
Where should I verify University of Delaware data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of Delaware or the latest official federal education data.