University of Delaware Online

Highlights

• Notable alumni include signers of the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence, a U.S. vice president, and a Nobel Prize winner.
• Veteran-specific resources and financial assistance.
• High school upperclassmen can earn college credit through a summer college program.

Overview

The University of Delaware confers more than 5,000 degrees annually, and boasts one of the top graduate physical therapy programs in the country. Online students complete coursework through a blend of video lectures, case studies, assignments, and virtual resources. The university also prioritizes study abroad opportunities; in fact, the school offered the first study abroad program in 1923, and currently more than 30% of students participate in these opportunities every year. The institution also has a history of groundbreaking research, with over 130 patents developed based on the school's expertise.

University of Delaware's Accreditation, Tuition, and Admissions Info

Accreditation and Approvals

The University of Delaware is regionally accredited by the Middles States Commission on Higher Education. Additional accreditations are granted by the Commision on English Language Program Accreditation, the Commission on the Accreditation for Dietetics Education, and the Association of Small Business Development Centers.

Tuition

• In-state undergraduate students: $510 per credit
• Out-of-state undergraduate students: $1,370 per credit
• Online part-time undergraduate students: $604 per credit
• In-state and out-of-state graduate students:$1,827
• Programs may offer tuition breaks bring costs as low as $650 per credit for graduate programs.

Admissions

Undergraduate applicants must submit an application, an essay, and pay a $75 fee. The school also requires official ACT/SAT scores, high school transcripts, and recommendation letters. Certain programs in the university may have additional entrance requirements; for instance, music majors complete an audition, while apparel design candidates provide a portfolio.

Prospective graduate students pay a fee and submit transcripts, GRE scores, resumes, recommendation letters, and personal statements. Individual programs may require additional requirements, so learners should consult their departments for guidance.

Other Statistics

• Total Enrollment: 24,120
• Date founded: 1743
• #23 on the U.S. News and World Report's list of best public universities.
• Projected financial aid for 2019 exceeds $17 million.

School Profile

• Accreditation: Middles States Commission on Higher Education
• Required Standardized Test(s): SAT/ACT for undergraduates; GRE for graduate students
• Public/Private: Public
• Athletics: NCAA Division I; Colonial Athletic Association
• Mascot: Blue hen
• Colors: Blue and gold
• Address: University of Delaware, Newark, DE 19716
• Phone Number: 844-237-1338
• Social Media: Facebook; LinkedIn; YouTube; Twitter; Pinterest; Instagram

Online Degrees Offered

• The University of Delaware offers two online undergraduate programs: the associate of arts and the bachelor of science in nursing (RN-BSN program).
• Graduate students may pursue the doctor of nursing practice or one of 11 master's opportunities in fields such as applied statistics, cybersecurity, international business, public administration, and business administration.
• Learners can also choose from three master's degrees in education, such as the master's of education in literacy.