University of Delaware
Newark, Delaware · Public
University of Delaware admitted 69% of 39,742 applicants (Common Data Set 2024-2025). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1220–1370 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 81% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at University of Delaware
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Application deadlines
University of Delaware’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- November 1, 2026
- Regular decision
- January 15, 2027
The application fee is $75, and University of Delaware accepts the Common App fee waiver. University of Delaware asks for the Common App personal essay.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check University of Delaware’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
University of Delaware offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.
3,417 students were offered a spot on the waitlist, and 2,087 were admitted from it.
What admissions weighs
How University of Delaware rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
- State residency
Important
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- Volunteering
- Work experience
Considered
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Interview
- First generation
- Where you live
- Showing interest
Not considered
- Legacy
- Religion
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.98 GPA. 32% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $33,718 in-state and $57,358 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $17,716 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is University of Delaware’s acceptance rate?
University of Delaware admitted 69% of applicants: 27,517 of 39,742 (Common Data Set 2024-2025).
When is University of Delaware’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due November 1, 2026 and regular decision is due January 15, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for University of Delaware?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1220 to 1370, with a median around 1300. A score at or above 1300 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is University of Delaware’s application fee?
The application fee is $75 for 2026–27, and University of Delaware accepts the Common App fee waiver.
What does University of Delaware require?
Besides the application and transcript, University of Delaware asks for the Common App personal essay.
Does University of Delaware have supplemental essays?
Yes. For 2026–27, University of Delaware asks 1 question of its own on top of the main essay (common app essay, plus an optional grades explanation). Its supplemental essays page lists each one word for word with the word limit.
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