University of Delaware vs Delaware State University vs Wilmington University
This page compares University of Delaware, Delaware State University, and Wilmington University — three of the largest and best-known bachelor's-granting institutions in Delaware. University of Delaware has the largest enrollment (19,071). Ten years after enrollment, median earnings are highest at University of Delaware ($72,950). Highlighted cells mark the most favorable value in each row.
Side-by-side metrics
Data from College Scorecard institution-level records. Lower is better for tuition, net price, and debt; higher is better for earnings, graduation, enrollment, and admission selectivity where shown.
| Metric | University of Delaware | Delaware State University | Wilmington University |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sector | Public | Public | Private nonprofit |
| In-state tuition | $16,810 | $10,670 | $12,630 |
| Average net price | $17,799 | $13,910 | $15,644 |
| Median student debt | $24,572 | $26,000 | $20,000 |
| Enrollment | 19,071 | 4,398 | 7,906 |
| Graduation rate (150% time) | 80.5% | 39.1% | 19.8% |
| Earnings 6 years after entry | $58,846 | $37,503 | $49,635 |
| Earnings 10 years after entry | $72,950 | $49,307 | $53,844 |
| Admission rate | 70.6% | 46.6% | N/A |
| Average SAT score | 1,292 | 940 | N/A |