Wilmington University

Wilmington University Overview

Wilmington University is a private, nonprofit school in the suburban setting of New Castle, Delaware. Wilmington University was founded in 1967 and the school currently enrolls around 9,421 students per year, including 9,421 undergrads.

📆 Mark your calendar! August 30, 2023 is the final deadline to submit an application for the Fall 2023 semester.

Planning to play sports? Wilmington University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Wilmington University on the Student Life page.

2022 Wilmington University Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	99%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
Tuition	$11,700
Percent of Need Met	48%
Average First-Year Financial Aid Package	$4,409

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Is Wilmington University a Good School?

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Different people have different ideas about what makes a "good" school. Some factors that can help you determine what a good school for you might be include admissions criteria, acceptance rate, tuition costs, and more.

Let's take a closer look at these factors to get a clearer idea of what Wilmington University offers and if it might be a good choice for you.

Wilmington University Acceptance Rate 2022

It is not competitive to get into Wilmington University. Wilmington University admitted 99% of all applicants in 2021. Last year, 1,662 students applied to Wilmington University and 1,648 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Wilmington University

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. It is a way to measure how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Approximately 64% of students who start at Wilmington University return the next year. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outlook Wilmington University Graduates

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school.

Check with Wilmington University directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Wilmington University's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students.

Wilmington University's endowment was valued at $73.9 million in 2022, compared to a national average of $905 million.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Wilmington University

Tuition cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

Wilmington University meets 48% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $4,409 a year.

Graduates in the class of 2022 had an average of $17,486 in student loans per borrower. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA as soon as you can. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! No one should ever pay to fill out the FREE Application for Federal Student Aid, (FAFSA), so don't give your money (or info!) to any website that claim you do.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Wilmington University.

Based on this information, does Wilmington University seem like a good fit? Remember, the best school for one person may be a terrible fit for someone else! So ask yourself: Is Wilmington University a good school for you?

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Where is Wilmington University Located?

Wilmington University is located in the suburban setting of New Castle, Delaware, less than an hour from Philadelphia.

If you want to see Wilmington University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Route 13 to New Castle, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Philadelphia International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Wilmington University and New Castle are like without leaving home.

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