Quick Summary
University of Delaware, in Newark, United States, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1743. Ranked #498 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 23613 students including 7% from outside United States. Known for strengths in Chemical Engineering, Agriculture and Forestry, Marine Science, it maintains an acceptance rate of 74%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Known for elite engineering programs, a strong research focus, and being a pioneer in study abroad education.
Subject Strengths
Chemical EngineeringAgriculture and ForestryMarine SciencePhysical TherapyMaterial Science
Founded1743
TypePublic
Total Students23613
Intl Students7%
Faculty Ratio15:1
CampusSuburban
Campus Size2,311 acres
Affiliated HospitalsChristianaCare Health System,Nemours Children's Health
AccreditationMiddle States Commission on Higher Education
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#498
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#351-400
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#301-400
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's,Master's,Doctoral,Post-Baccalaureate Certificates
Programs
64
PhD Programs
32
Online Programs
Delaware Environmental Institute,Institute of Energy Conversion,Biden Institute,Center for Composite Materials
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate74%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL79
Min GPA3
GRERequired for most graduate programs
GMATRequired for MBA and Finance programs
SATOptional
ACTOptional
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on high-level high school courses and highlight community service or leadership in your essay.
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Cost Ledger
Annual estimate
UG Tuition
$39,500/yr
per year · USD
Living Cost
$17,450/yr
per year · USD
PG Tuition
$36,200/yr
per year · USD
Application Fee
$75
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
$56,950/yr
tuition + living + essentials · USD
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$14,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's,Master's,Doctoral,Post-Baccalaureate Certificates programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Nursing | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Finance | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Biological Sciences | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Elementary Teacher Education | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$63,000
Average Salary After Graduation
94%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementVery High
Industry Connections
JPMorgan ChaseDuPontAstraZenecaW. L. Gore & AssociatesBarclays
Notable Alumni
Joe Biden,Jill Biden,Chris Christie,David Plouffe,Elena Delle Donne
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Whitney Athletic Center,Bob Carpenter Center,Fred Rust Ice Arena
Student Clubs
300
Library Resources
Morris Library,Hugh M. Morris Special Collections
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available