History
Our alumni tell our story of achievement -- from the first class that included three signers of the Declaration of Independence and a signer of the Constitution to a Nobel Prize-winning scientist, a Tony Award-winning choreographer and the former vice president of the United States.
Our distinguished faculty includes internationally known authors, scientists and artists.
Education
The University of Delaware is dedicated to making educational and experiential opportunities accessible to the broadest possible range of audiences and participants throughout the state, our nation and the world.
Research
The University of Delaware is advancing leading-edge research that solves mysteries, tackles problems, and invents new technologies – all aimed at enhancing our quality of life. We have distinguished faculty, capable staff, and outstanding students, supported by state-of-the-art facilities. Join us as we explore the latest frontiers in science and engineering.
Career
With a research focus and a global reach, UD is the place for personal and professional growth.
University Ranking
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2024
201
2023
201
2022
201
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2025
351 50
2024
401 -50
2023
351
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2025
506 -8
2024
498 83
2023
581
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2025
-
2024
428 -76
2023
352
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Student services
The UD Division of Student Life offers a comprehensive range of student support services to help Blue Hens succeed academically, personally and socially.Some of our work includes supporting students' transitions to UD, securing accommodations for students with disabilities, assisting students as they manage conflict and complex issues and supporting student athletes and veteran and military-connected students. We are dedicated to providing students with the assistance needed to thrive during their time on campus.
Housing services
Living on campus and getting involved in the residential community can be one of the most rewarding experiences of college for our students! Our staff strive to create welcoming and inclusive environments that support students’ academic, personal and social endeavors.
Library services
The Library inspires the intellectual, scholarly, and creative achievement of University and global communities with expert staff, excellent service, dynamic learning spaces, and access to diverse collections and information resources.
ICT services
Information Technologies (IT) provides technology services for the University community.
Campus life
The Newark campus, called "absolutely the most gorgeous anywhere" in The Princeton Review, features a pleasing mix of elegant landscaping, classic Georgian architecture and modern, state-of-the-art teaching, research and performance spaces.
Sports facilities
University of Delaware Recreation offers a variety of activities throughout year to help students and staff live a healthy and active lifestyle.
Student clubs
Join a social, cultural, co-curricular or honors fraternity or sorority, and you’ll begin a lifelong bond with a community that has surpassed average campus GPAs for the past decade while donating an annual average of 55,000 hours of service to charitable organizations.
Accreditation
The University of Delaware has been continuously accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education since that association's inception in 1921.