Wilmington University is a private, nonprofit, accredited university operating from multiple locations in Delaware and New Jersey. The university seeks to serve students starting their college careers and working adults aspiring to advance through higher education.
The university offers diverse degree and certificate programs and an experience-rich curriculum that aims to prepare students for the global workplace. Student success is further supported through teaching by expert practitioners and the availability of flexible formats, including 100 percent online options, as well as affordable tuition rates that are consistently lower than regional competitors.
Academic programs on offer at WilmU create streamlined pathways leading to sought-after careers. All of the university’s 200-plus degree and certificate programs incorporate a guided pathways approach to keep students progressing on track, on time, and on budget.
WilmU strives to foster an inclusive environment on campus, one where diversity is valued and respect for others is the norm. There are over 40 student clubs and organizations operating on campus that provide students avenues to get involved with life at university outside the classroom. Various social and cultural events held through the year help students build enriching relationships with peers.
Wilmington University has high graduate satisfaction rates and reports that 91 percent of its graduates would recommend the university as a place to study.
The university’s careers services offer free resources and advice to all Wilmington students and graduates. These services have been specially designed in collaboration with industry professionals to ensure that Wilmington graduates progress into future successful careers aligned with their interests and passions. Career advisors and tutors are complimented by a comprehensive range of online resources and students can explore vocational career pathways, join professional organizations, and find employers aligned to their major through Wilmington’s career services.
Students at the university are supported in their career progression by Wilmington both during and after their studies, as its Alumni Relations Office collaborates with the university’s careers services to offer workshops, guidance and networking events. Wilmington is committed to maintaining lifelong relationships with its distinguished alumni by running a dynamic events program which promotes professional growth and connection.
F-1 students can apply for a 24-month extension to their post-completion optional practical training (OPT). Doing so requires that they receive a degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM), as designated by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
The university offers a wide range of STEM-approved programs, including:
In fall 2024, Wilmington University will launch a flexible, affordable and comprehensive range of new incubator programs, academic concentrations and associate degrees, developed in collaboration with industry professionals to help students kickstart their career without undertaking a full bachelor’s program
Taught by industry experts, instructors on the program will help students master their sector, from technical knowledge to practical skills, as well as industry applications. New and upcoming courses include Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Business Management, and more.
11,64,779 Undergraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
9,01,615 Postgraduate Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
6,13,849 Vocational Fees are for indicative purposes, check with institution for details
International students are eligible to apply for Wilmington University scholarships, provided they meet the relevant application criteria for the awards.
Scholarships currently on offer at the university include the Wilmington University Scholarship of up to 5,000 USD for students with a grade point average (GPA) of 2.5. In addition to university wide scholarships, there are also a range of subject specific scholarships on offer at Wilmington, including merit-based scholarships awarded by colleges, and career-based scholarships. Students must have completed a full admissions application to be eligible to apply for scholarships.
For a breakdown of the full range of scholarships currently available to Wilmington students, applicants are encouraged to consult the university’s scholarships information page. Here, in addition to individual scholarship offerings, they can also review scholarship criteria and eligibility, as well as view scholarship application submission deadlines.
International students are required to meet both Wilmington’s academic and English language proficiency entry requirements when applying for programs at the university. Academic entry requirements vary on a course-by-course basis. Prospective students are encouraged to consult individual course pages for the relevant entry requirements for their chosen program.
Admission requirements also vary depending on whether international students are undertaking their program in-person or remotely. Non-U.S. students are encouraged to consult relevant visa requirements as part of the application process, which are available via the university’s International Student Admission information page.
Minimum English language proficiency test score requirements for international students for direct entry to the university are as follows:
Students whose English language proficiency test scores are lower than those listed above are required to undertake ESL (English as a Second Language) courses in grammar, writing, vocabulary and speech to qualify for their program of study. Full details on ESL courses, and the associated entry conditions for students who are not first-language English speakers, can be viewed via the university’s ESL course placement information page.
Staff at Wilmington University are experts in their specialist subject areas and draw on their academic and professional experience to design programs which have career progression and learning innovation at their core. The university is committed to cultivating an approach to teaching which focuses on the individual needs of its students and provides them with a caring and supportive environment which invests in their future and expands their workplace opportunities. Teaching has work-integrated learning (WIL) built into delivery to help students connect their academic knowledge to professional work contexts. WIL programs expand the learning experiences of students through internships, service learning and senior projects in supervised, educational work environments.
Class sizes are kept small at Wilmington, with a student to staff ratio of 17:1. This enables lecturers and tutors to provide students with personalized learning support to help them make the most of their time at the university. Wilmington employs a guided pathway approach to education to ensure students receive comprehensive academic support and guidance which is directly tailored to their individual needs. Over 17,000 students taking their courses online through Wilmington are provided with access to the same level of academic support offered to in-person students to ensure that they have the best possible learning experience.
Wilmington University offers over 200 degree and certificate programs at both undergraduate and graduate level. More than 150 of Wilmington’s programs are also offered remotely, allowing students to study 100 percent online. The university currently has more than 12,000 undergraduate students, 6,000 graduate, and 750 doctoral students enrolled on programs.
Students can apply to Wilmington’s unique Dual-Credit ADVANTAGE programs, which are accelerated academic pathways that enable students to apply dual-credits to multiple degree or certificate programs. The Dual-Credit ADVANTAGE programs allow students to earn credentials faster and thus make significant financial savings.
The university’s more than 200 programs are delivered through Wilmington’s six academic colleges. These are:
Wilmington University is a premier choice for aspiring student-athletes due to its outstanding academics, skilled coaches and faculty, and a number of sports achieving Division II success.
The university has maintained an average of 52 international student-athletes over the last 5 years, with an average of 25 new athletes each year.
Wilmington student-athletes represent more than two dozen countries worldwide in 2024-25. The university is placing particular focus on the following countries and sports currently:
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