University of Delaware
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 66%
Average High School GPA: 3.8
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 1150-1350
ACT Range: 24-30
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 18,500
Public or Private: Public
University Religious Affiliation: None
Political Leaning: Liberal
In-State Tuition: $15,410
Out-of-State Tuition: $38,430
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Newark, Delaware
Setting: Suburban
U.S. Region: Northeast
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 33°F (1°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 77°F (25°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 45 inches (1,145 mm)
Nearest Airport: Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) — Approximately 35 miles (45-minute drive) from campus
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Social Media
Instagram: @udelaware
Swim team instagram: @delaware_swim
Twitter: @UDelaware
Facebook: University of Delaware
LinkedIn: University of Delaware
YouTube: University of Delaware
TikTok: N/A
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University Athletics
NCAA Division I
Coastal Athletic Association
Nickname: Fighting Blue Hens
Mascot: YoUDee
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Rawstrom Natatorium
Head Coach: Pablo Marmolejo
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #1 in CAA
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #3 in CAA
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U.S. News College Rankings
#86 in National Universities (tie)
#51 in Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs (tie)
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
At schools whose highest degree is a doctorate
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Forbes Top Colleges
#127 Top Colleges 2025
#53 In Public Colleges
#94 In Research Universities
#55 In The Northeast
America's Best Employers By State 2024
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: A-
Academics: A-
Diversity: A-
Athletics: A
Professors: A
Dorms: B-
Student Life: A+
Value: B+
Campus: B+
Party Scene: A+
Location: B+
Campus Food: B+
Safety: B-
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #119 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #73 of 1,332
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