University of Delaware

The University of Delaware (UD) traces its origins to 1743 as a “Free School” in Pennsylvania, evolving into Newark Academy in 1765. It was officially chartered as a college in 1833 and became a university in 1921.

The University of Delaware (UD) is a state-assisted, privately governed, land-grant research university located in Newark, Delaware. UD offers a wide array of programs, including associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees across its colleges and schools. The university is recognized for its high research activity and community engagement. UD is home to seven university-wide research institutes and 80 other institutes and centers.

The University of Delaware is a leading public, state-assisted land-grant research institution with a “Very High Research Activity” designation (R1). Its main campus in Newark, Delaware, spans 1,996 acres, with satellite locations in Dover, Wilmington, and Georgetown. UD offers 163+ undergraduate and 200+ graduate programs across ten colleges, including renowned programs in engineering, business, and health sciences.