University of Delaware
University of Delaware is a public four-year school in Newark, DE, with its campus in a suburb. It was founded in 1743[1]. It has about 19,071 undergraduates[8].
Founding year: Wikidata (community-edited) · Other facts: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard- 1743Founded
- 2026Today
Academics
Costs
What a year at University of Delaware costs in 2026-27, for students from abroad and for in-state students[2]. (From the school’s page. For more specific information, visit the school’s page.)
Where the money goes
$31,258 more a year than an in-state student[2]
In-state figures are for U.S. residents, 2026-27. They are not what an international student pays.
Help paying, for students from abroad
As described by the school. Monthly and four-year figures are our own arithmetic from the yearly total.
Housing and food
The Scorecard does not say whether first-year housing is guaranteed or how many students live on campus. Check the school’s housing page.
Scorecard averages · reference only
These averages include U.S. students and the aid they receive. They are not an international student’s net price.
Getting in
International students are not required to submit SAT or ACT scores. An SAT English score of 550 or ACT English score of 24 can show English proficiency.
When to apply
- Honors CollegeNovember 1[6]
- Nursing and School of Music priorityDecember 1[6]Decision Nursing February 15; Music mid-March
- Direct freshman admission (priority)January 15[6]Decision Rolling; regular decisions mid-MarchLater applications are considered only if space remains
- Conditional freshman admissionJune 1[6]
- Spring entryNovember[6]Complete applications by November
Dates can change. Check the school’s page before you apply.
Your application checklist
Filled marks come from the school. Dashed marks are not filled in yet.
Scores in detail
What the school asks for, and where its students land.
English test
Stated as a minimum[4]
Lower scores may be considered for the Academic Transitions Pathway (TOEFL 65-78, IELTS 5.5-6.0, DET 95-109). Meeting the minimum does not guarantee direct admission.
TOEFL iBT moved to a 1–6 scale for tests taken from 21 January 2026.
SAT and ACT
You do not have to send one. If you do, the gold bar shows where the middle half of enrolled students land.
Extra steps for students from abroad
How many get in
Living in Newark
Clubs, sports and activities
For information only. Confirm every figure with the school before you make decisions.