WILMINGTON UNIVERSITY
- 320 Dupont Hwy
- New Castle, DE 19720
- OPEID College Code: 00794800
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- General Phone: (877) 967-5464
- President: Jack Varsalona
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Trimester
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Professional
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 9,650
- College Mascot: Wildcats
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Wilmington University - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- ROTC Army Air Force
- Website
- www.wilmu.edu

Accreditation
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Doctoral/Research Universities
- Undergraduate Classification Professions Plus Arts & Sciences, Some Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Single Doctoral (Education)
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Four-Year
- Enrollment Classification Majority Undergraduate
- Size Classification Medium Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential
Wilmington University Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.wilmu.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $25.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $25.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 65%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 62% | 33% | 10% | 6% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $2,260 | $2,008 | $789 | $1,586 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 4.5% | 4.7% | 3.3% |
| Number in Default | 73 | 71 | 58 |
| Number in Repayment | 1,599 | 1,510 | 1,737 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $9,080 | $8,810 | $8,450 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $9,080 | $8,810 | $8,450 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $9,080 | $8,810 | $8,450 |
| Books and Supplies | $750 | $750 | $750 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $5,900 | $5,900 | $5,900 |
| Other Expenses | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $5,400 | $4,500 | $5,400 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $9,830 | $9,560 | $9,200 |
| In-State | $9,830 | $9,560 | $9,200 |
| Out of State | $9,830 | $9,560 | $9,200 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $20,230 | $19,960 | $19,600 |
| In-State | $20,230 | $19,960 | $19,600 |
| Out of State | $20,230 | $19,960 | $19,600 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $15,230 | $14,960 | $14,600 |
| In-State | $15,230 | $14,960 | $14,600 |
| Out of State | $15,230 | $14,960 | $14,600 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 9,650 Undergraduate: 5,893 Graduate: 3,757
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 3,311 Female: 6,339
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 2,150 Female: 3,743
- Graduate Gender Male: 1,161 Female: 2,596
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 4,279 Part-Time: 5,371
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 3,201 Part-Time: 2,692
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,078 Part-Time: 2,679
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 26 | 0.3% |
| Black | 1,574 | 16% |
| Asian | 108 | 1% |
| Hispanic | 231 | 2% |
| White | 3,655 | 38% |
| Unknown | 4,056 | 42% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 4 | 0.04% |
| Ages 18-19 | 532 | 6% |
| Ages 20-21 | 1,017 | 11% |
| Ages 22-24 | 1,682 | 17% |
| Ages 25-29 | 2,082 | 22% |
| Ages 30-34 | 1,249 | 13% |
| Ages 35-39 | 996 | 10% |
| Ages 40-49 | 1,464 | 15% |
| Ages 50-65 | 557 | 6% |
| Age Over 65 | 5 | 0.05% |
| Age Unknown | 62 | 0.6% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 1,167 | 351 | 816 |
| Faculty Status | 806 | 81 | 725 |
| Graduate Assistants | 1 | - | 1 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 792 | 81 | 711 |
| Primarily Instruction | 792 | 81 | 711 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 58 | 58 | - |
| Other Professionals | 125 | 85 | 40 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 192 | 127 | 65 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 165 | 105 | 60 |
| Skilled Crafts | 3 | 3 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 22 | 18 | 4 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $64,584 (81) | $65,623 (35) | $63,793 (46) |
| Professor | $76,044 (9) | $74,440 (5) | $78,050 (4) |
| Associate Professor | $70,419 (27) | $73,327 (11) | $68,419 (16) |
| Assistant Professor | $58,945 (44) | $59,222 (18) | $58,754 (26) |
| Instructor | $52,000 (1) | $52,000 (1) | - (-) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $64,584 (81) | $65,623 (35) | $63,793 (46) |
| Professor | $76,044 (9) | $74,440 (5) | $78,050 (4) |
| Associate Professor | $70,419 (27) | $73,327 (11) | $68,419 (16) |
| Assistant Professor | $58,945 (44) | $59,222 (18) | $58,754 (26) |
| Instructor | $52,000 (1) | $52,000 (1) | - (-) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $681,050 | $323,500 | $357,550 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 48% | 52% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 208 | 105 | 103 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 184 | 105 | 79 |
| Baseball | 33 | 33 | - |
| Basketball | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Golf | 13 | 13 | - |
| Lacrosse | 21 | - | 21 |
| Soccer | 54 | 31 | 23 |
| Softball | 20 | - | 20 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Volleyball | 13 | - | 13 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $12,246 | $10,568 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $3,369 | $3,773 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Baseball | 4 | 4 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 3 | - |
| Basketball | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Golf | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Lacrosse | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Soccer | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Softball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Volleyball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 69%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 24%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 39% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 30% |
| Female | 45% |
| By Race | |
| Black | 39% |
| Asian | 25% |
| Hispanic | 33% |
| White | 48% |
| Unknown | 29% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 14% |
| 5 Years | 26% |
| 6 Years | 34% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | 9 | 7 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009