Wilmington University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Wilmington University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Wilmington University is a medium-sized private university located on a suburban campus in New Castle, Delaware. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 8,332, and admissions are selective. The university offers 48 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 23%, and a student-faculty ratio of 12:1. Tuition and fees for students are $11,700.
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Admissions Breakdown
Retention Rate Insight
59% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
23% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scores--
High school transcript--
High school rank--
Letter of recommendation--
High school GPA--
Open admissionYes
Completion of college prep program--
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)--
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
14k
Students enrolled
87%
Online student enrollment
12:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
53%
Unknown
3%
Black
22%
Hispanic
10%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
5%
Asian
3%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
35% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
82
Total Online Enrollment
11,419
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.87% online, 13% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
18% On-campus
82% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
Associate100% online
Bachelor's83% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's78% online
Doctorate80% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
35%
State Grant Aid
1%
Institution Grant Aid
19%
Pell Grant
35%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$20k
Average student debtafter graduation
$41k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Track Field Outdoor
- Track Field Xcountry
- Bowling
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Communications Technologies/Technicians And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Education. | |||
| 7 | Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences. | |||
| 8 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 9 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 10 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 11 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 12 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 13 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 14 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, And Fitness Studies. | |||
| 15 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 16 | Psychology. | |||
| 17 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 18 | Security And Protective Services. | |||
| 19 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 20 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.