University of Delaware

The University of Delaware (UD) is a privately governed, state-assisted land-grant research university located in Newark, Delaware. Established in 1743, UD has evolved into a comprehensive institution offering a wide range of academic programs and services.

Academic Programs and Research

UD provides over 150 undergraduate majors and minors, along with more than 250 graduate and post-baccalaureate programs across its ten colleges and schools.

These include the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, College of Arts and Sciences, Alfred Lerner College of Business and Economics, College of Earth, Ocean and Environment, College of Education and Human Development, College of Engineering, College of Health Sciences, Graduate College, Honors College, and the Joseph R. Biden, Jr. School of Public Policy & Administration.

The university is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity", reflecting its commitment to research excellence.

Campus and Facilities

The main campus in Newark spans approximately 1,996 acres and features state-of-the-art facilities that support academic, research, and service activities.

In addition to the main campus, UD operates satellite campuses in Wilmington, Dover, Georgetown, and Lewes, Delaware, providing students with diverse learning environments and opportunities.

Student Life and Athletics

Campus life at UD is vibrant, with over 300 student organizations, including academic clubs, cultural groups, and service organizations.

The university's athletic teams, known as the Fightin' Blue Hens, compete in NCAA Division I sports, including football, basketball, and lacrosse.

In 2016, the women's field hockey team won the NCAA Division I championship, defeating North Carolina 3–2.

Global Engagement

UD offers a thriving study-abroad program and has expanding international partnerships, enhancing students' education as global citizens.

The university's alumni include notable figures such as President Joe Biden and Nobel Prize-winning scientists, reflecting its impact on a global scale.

Locations

In addition to its main campus in Newark, Delaware, the University of Delaware has locations in the following cities:

• Newark, DE – Main campus
• Wilmington, DE – Satellite campus
• Dover, DE – Satellite campus
• Georgetown, DE – Satellite campus
• Lewes, DE – Satellite campus
• East Orange, NJ, USA
• Newark, NJ, USA