Wilmington University
About Wilmington University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Wilmington University is a private nonprofit university in New Castle, Delaware. It serves primarily working adults and nontraditional students with flexible programs in business, education, nursing, and criminal justice.
Founded
1968
Location
New Castle, Delaware
Students
12,794
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
19.8%
Below national average
Tuition
$12,630
Per year
Avg Net Price
$15,644
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$53,844
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$35
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
19.8% complete their degree within six years
Retention
61.2%
4-Year Grad
10%
6-Year Grad
25%
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
7%
$/Student
$3.9K
Class Size
Medium
The 10% graduation rate is below average, but 61.2% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$12,630
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$2,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$19,644
After Financial Aid
$15,644
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$15,500
Receive Grants
26.1%
Take Loans
45.6%
Tuition is $12,630/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $15,644.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Wilmington University fund their education.
While in School
26.1%
Get Grants
Free money
45.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$29,853
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$20,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$212/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $20,000 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Wilmington University.
Gender
61.6%
Female
38%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
7,906
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
4,888
Graduates
47.1%
First-Gen
28 yrs
Avg Age
61.6%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 28, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 47.1% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
7,906
Students
private
Institution
Medium
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Trimester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Wilmington University fields 11 varsity teams with 337 student athletes, about 4% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II without football
Conference
Central Atlantic
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Lacrosse
Student Athletes
337
4% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
57% / 43%
193
Men
144
Women
7
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Wilmington Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$53,844
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$87K
137 grads
1yr Earnings
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
$47K
132 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$45K
125 grads
1yr Earnings
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
$57K
121 grads
1yr Earnings
Social Sciences, General
—
120 grads
Computer Science
—
107 grads
Graduates earn about $50K six years out, growing to $54K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.