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Wilmington University

#3 in Best Value Colleges in Delaware
  • C+
    Overall Grade
  • 4 Year
  • New Castle, DE
  • 525 reviews
C+
Overall Niche Grade
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  1. Academics
    C
  2. Value
    B
  3. Diversity
    A-
  4. Campus
    B-
  5. Athletics
    B-
  6. Party Scene
    C
  7. Professors
    C
  8. Location
    C+
  9. Dorms
    NG
  10. Campus Food
    NG
  11. Student Life
    C+
  12. Safety
    A+
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Wilmington U is a private university located in Wilmington Manor, Delaware in the Philadelphia Area. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 3,035 undergraduate students. The Wilmington U acceptance rate is 100%. Popular majors include Nursing Science, Education, and Practice, Business, and Behavioral Sciences. Graduating 26% of students, Wilmington U alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $36,300.
About Wilmington University...
Athletic Division
NCAA Division II (without football)
Athletic Conference
Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference
Address
320 Dupont Hwy
New Castle, DE 19720
Website
wilmu.edu
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Wilmington University Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
100%
Application Deadline
—
SAT Range
—
ACT Range
—
Application Fee
$35
SAT/ACT
—
High School GPA
—
Early Decision/Early Action
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Cost

Net Price
$14,955/ year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Net Price by Household Income
  • <$30k
    $13,453/ year
  • $30-48k
    $14,205/ year
  • $49-75k
    $15,332/ year
  • $76-110k
    $15,853/ year
  • $110k+
    $17,369/ year
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Academics

Professors
C
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
13:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
76%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.34 responses
83%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.40 responses
80%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.40 responses
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Majors

Most Popular Majors
  • Nursing Science, Education, and Practice
    435 Graduates
  • Business
    237 Graduates
  • Behavioral Sciences
    205 Graduates
  • Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
    141 Graduates
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
    125 Graduates
  • Psychology
    125 Graduates
  • Organizational Behavior Studies
    117 Graduates
  • Education
    81 Graduates
  • Computer and Information Systems Security
    78 Graduates
  • Accounting
    66 Graduates

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
3,035Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
44%
Pell Grant
41%
Varsity Athletes
6%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 18 responses
Report
  • Self motivated
    67%
  • Typical
    17%
  • Untypical
    11%
  • Different
    6%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$40,600/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
26%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
91%
National
83%
84%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.25 responses
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Wilmington University Reviews

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Great school! Instructors are very helpful and professional. You basically get out of it what you put into it. If you want to be successful in your career you have to put in the work, time and effort. The bookstore prices however are outrageous. I think that for struggling college students the prices for books and school supplies should be a little more reasonable.
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As a transfer student from UMUC, I have enjoyed my experience with WilmU thus far. WilmU offers many different ways to take classes including in-person, online, hybrid, and recently developed web-cam participation. Though I have had a couple of professors that I would not typically prefer, all of my classwork has been challenging and rewarding. I have taken all of my classes online so far, but I may attend an in-person class in the near future. Even with taking classes online, there is ample opportunity to participate in on-campus events and meet other students. So far, every class I have been in has required a video introduction, which has allowed me to connect with my classmates. There are several different clubs, groups, and sports teams. WilmU really wants you to be a part of the college experience, even if you are a distance learner. I have always been under the impression that my intellectual success is a priority to them. I feel like I am more than a number.
Wilmington University is a great school! I attend 100% online, but I am always able to get in contact with an advisor for help and assistance. The courses are flexible and is scheduled in block format (7 week courses). Although I am only taking one course at a time, Wilmington University (WilmU) motivates me to continue to further my education. I love this school and it has so much to offer to my education.