University of Delaware - Admission Requirements, SAT, ACT, GPA and chance of acceptance

Your chances of getting into University of Delaware

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

73.8%

Admission Difficulty for University of Delaware
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Very High
Applicant Competition		Low

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at UD is 73.8%. Its admission rate is the 4th lowest in Delaware.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into UD and can you get accepted?

UD is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 26,101 out of the 35,362 who applied were admitted.

University of Delaware typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.94. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 19% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into UD?

74% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to University of Delaware you should:

Have a high school GPA of 3.94 or better
Earn A- grades in high school
Score 1280 on the SAT
Score 28 on the ACT
Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

UD GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.94

Typical High School Grades

A-

What GPA do you need to get into University of Delaware?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into UD are to have around a 3.94 high school GPA. You are required to have exceptionally good grades and you should be graduating near the top of your class.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as UD accepts 74% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at UD is 3.94 on the 4.0 scale. 47% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school. The school ranks #1 in Delaware for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since UD is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.9 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted University of Delaware students
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	47.0%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	21.0%	Avg
3.50 to 3.74	19.0%	Reach
3.25 to 3.49	9.0%	Reach
3.00 to 3.24	3.0%	Reach
2.50 to 2.99	1.0%	Low
2.00 to 2.49	0%	Low
1.00 to 1.99	0%	Low
less than 1.00	0%	Low

What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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UD SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to University of Delaware. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 25% of students submitted SAT scores and 4% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

1190-1360

Applicants Submitting SAT

25%

SAT Scores for University of Delaware
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	600
Math 25th Percentile	590
Composite 25th Percentile	1190

SAT Scores for University of Delaware
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	680
Math 75th Percentile	680
Composite 75th Percentile	1360
Average SAT Score	1280

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to University of Delaware?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at UD is 1280 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1190-1360. Students who get into University of Delaware score in the top 26 percent of all SAT test takers.. UD ranks #1 in the state of Delaware and #220 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1280 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. UD regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1190 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1190, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1100, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

University of Delaware is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1280 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1275, you have around a 74% chance of being admitted. A 1360 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 84% chance of getting in.

University of Delaware admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1360 and Above	Good	>84%
1275 to 1360	Avg +	74%-84%
1190 to 1275	Avg -	60%-74%
1105 to 1190	Reach	44%-60%
Less than 1105	Low	<44%

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UD ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

26-31

Applicants Submitting ACT

ACT Scores for University of Delaware
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	25
Math 25th Percentile	25
Composite 25th Percentile	26

ACT Scores for University of Delaware
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	33
Math 75th Percentile	29
Composite 75th Percentile	31
Average ACT Score	28

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into UD?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to UD is 28, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 26 and 31. The school ranks #1 in Delaware and #197 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 28. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 26 and score in the score in the top 18 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 24.

4 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of Delaware.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as University of Delaware is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into UD for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 28 score has around 74% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 86% with a 31 ACT score.

University of Delaware admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
31 and Above	Good	>86%
28 to 31	Avg +	74%-86%
26 to 28	Avg -	63%-74%
24 to 26	Reach	50%-63%
Less than 24	Low	<50%

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High School Class Rank

65% of University of Delaware freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 32% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted University of Delaware students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	32%
Top 25% of class	65%
Top 50% of class	93%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

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Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

University of Delaware admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	21,532	13,830	35,362
Accepted	16,466	9,635	26,101
Acceptance Rate	76%	70%	74%
Enrolled	2,982	1,924	4,906
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	18%	20%	19%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jan 15, 2025

Days left to Apply

Applicants have 69 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Jan 15, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Delaware is $75.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to University of Delaware and what student information is used for admission decisions?

University of Delaware Application Requirements
Test Scores	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA	Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations	Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at University of Delaware
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because UD is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.94 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1280 on the SAT and 28 on the ACT will further lock in your application.