Wilmington University
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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 9,355, 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 $12,270.
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Admissions Breakdown
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
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
15k
Students enrolled
85%
Online student enrollment
12:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
45%
Unknown
3%
Black
21%
Hispanic
12%
Two or more races
4%
Non-U.S. Citizen
12%
Asian
3%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
31% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
101
Total Online Enrollment
12,524
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.85% online, 15% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
4% On-campus
96% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
Associate100% online
Bachelor's100% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's90% online
Doctorate100% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $12,270 | $12,270 |
| Graduate | $9,432 | $9,432 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,800 |
| On-campus room and board | $undefined |
| On-campus other expenses | $undefined |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $6,000 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $1,800 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $1,800 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $34,428 | $14,070 |
| Off-campus without family | $21,870 | $21,870 |
| Off-campus with family | $15,870 | $15,870 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
31%
State Grant Aid
0%
Institution Grant Aid
16%
Pell Grant
31%
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
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Bowling
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | 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 Programs. | |||
| 8 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 9 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 10 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 11 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 12 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 13 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 14 | Psychology. | |||
| 15 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 16 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 17 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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