Rankings and recognition
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Carnegie classification
A Doctoral University (which undergraduates attend) with very high research activity
Institutional classification used for academic peer grouping.
Athletics
NCAA Division I
NCAA division where available from verified imports.
Editorial spotlight
College profile: University of Delaware
University of Delaware is a public institution in Newark, DE. IPEDS-reported enrollment is approximately 4,600 students. The published admit rate is 72%. Out-of-state tuition is listed at $38,880 before aid. The graduation rate in federal outcomes data is 82%. CollegesRef separates verified metrics from this editorial overview — confirm figures on the admissions, financial, and outcomes tabs before making decisions.
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