Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 007948
- Phone: (302) 736-2300
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
nan%FINANCIAL AID RATE
89%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
12:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
136FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$3,788Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Wilmington University
120 N State St, Dover, DE
Wilmington University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a variety of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in New Castle, DE, the campus resides in a suburban setting for students to study in. Enrollment at Wilmington University is nearly nine thousand annually.
Areas of study offered at Wilmington University include:
- Education
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
The school operates under an open enrollment policy, admitting any students that meet the basic requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, test scores, and personal statements may be requested for certain programs. More information from the admissions office can be found here.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $10,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to use the school's net price calculator to better understand their personal tuition costs. Wilmington University may offer financial aid for students that qualify in the form of grants and loans.
The Wilmington University "Wildcats" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Golf (NCAA Division II)
Students may visit the school's http://www.wilmu.edu to view additional information.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may provide a better idea of the applicants Wilmington University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Wilmington University is about 15,000, with undergraduate students making up about 61% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- The estimated tuition range is around $11,000-$14,000 per year
- The estimated tuition for part time students is around $380 to $460 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 89% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 68% | $4,357 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 83% | $4,332 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Wilmington University may provide services to students like those listed below:- Online course work available
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Employment search assistance
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2001)
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2001)
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- * Accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (since 2007)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Wilmington University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Central Atlantic Collegiate Conf)
- Basketball (Central Atlantic Collegiate Conf)
- Track and Field (Central Atlantic Collegiate Conf)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Bowling
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Wilmington University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, D, M)
- Organizational Behavior Studies (B)
- Accounting (B, M)
- Human Resources (B)
- Finance (B)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Information Systems
Communication Technology
Communications and Journalism
Computer and Information Sciences
- Web Design (A, B, M)
- Computer Graphics (B)
Education
- Curriculum and Instruction (M)
- Education (B, M)
- Special Education (M)
- Guidance Counselor (M)
- Elementary Education (B, M)
- Educational Leadership and Administration (D)
- Reading Teacher and Literacy Specialist (M)
- Higher Education Administration (D)
- Secondary Education (M)
- Early Childhood Education (B)
- ESL (M)
- Science Teacher
Health and Clinical Professions
Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A, B)
- General Studies (A, B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Wilmington University.
- Goldey - Beacom College in Newark, DE (7 miles away)
- Neumann University in Allentown, PA (15 miles away)
- Immaculata University in Philadelphia, PA (24 miles away)
- Rosemont College in Pittsburgh, PA (28 miles away)
- Peirce College in York, PA (29 miles away)
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 007948
- Phone: (302) 736-2300
- School Homepage