Best colleges in Delaware

Small in Size, Big in Opportunity

The first state of the union is looking for business grads

Delaware is barely noticeable on a U.S. map, but sometimes size doesn't matter when it comes to great education, activities and quality of life. Because the banking laws are so relaxed, most major banks have set up headquarters around the state, opening lots of business positions for recent graduates. Other major employers are following the lead, including DuPont, Vulcan Corporation, Wilmington Trust, LabWare, and Pusey & Jones. Popular majors for those planning to stay in Delaware include science & engineering, business & manufacturing, and accounting. and with an unemployment rate lower than the national average, you're sure to find a great start to your new career after graduation.

Now when small towns get going, it's usually a good time. So imagine the celebrations you'll find in the nation's smallest state. Delaware nightlife is best at the Starboard in Dewey and Dogfish Head. When the seasons start changing, check out the Dover Days Festival in spring. In summer, the Firefly Music Festival brings listeners from all over the East Coast. In the autumn you can participate in the Punkin Chunkin World Championship, while the winter months include tours of the du Pont mansions all decked out for the holidays and of course no one living in Delaware ever complains about the tax-free shopping. So, if business or science is your thing and you prefer your education with a side of seasonal adventures, plan on Delaware for your next stop.

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Best Four Year Universities in Delaware

University of Delaware offers 330 degree programs. It's a very large, public, four-year university in a large suburb. In 2023, 5,922 students graduated with students earning 4,202 Bachelor's degrees, 1,123 Master's degrees, 337 Doctoral degrees, and 260 Associate's degrees.

Delaware State University offers 125 degree programs. It's a medium sized, public, four-year university in a small city. In 2023, 895 students graduated with students earning 670 Bachelor's degrees, 198 Master's degrees, 25 Doctoral degrees, and 2 Associate's degrees.

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Goldey-Beacom College
Wilmington, DE

Goldey-Beacom College offers 52 degree programs. It's a small, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a large suburb. In 2023, 331 students graduated with students earning 162 Master's degrees, 139 Bachelor's degrees, 24 Associate's degrees, 5 Doctoral degrees, and 1 Certificate.

Wilmington University
New Castle, DE

Wilmington University offers 205 degree programs. It's a large, private not-for-profit, four-year university in a large suburb. In 2023, 3,430 students graduated with students earning 1,790 Master's degrees, 1,452 Bachelor's degrees, 145 Doctoral degrees, and 43 Associate's degrees.

Delaware Technical Community College-Terry offers 104 degree programs. It's a large, public, four-year university in a small city. In 2023, 1,678 students graduated with students earning 1,464 Associate's degrees, 127 Bachelor's degrees, and 87 Certificates.

Strayer University-Delaware offers 60 degree programs. It's a very small, private for-profit, four-year university in a small city. In 2023, 49 students graduated with students earning 25 Bachelor's degrees, 12 Master's degrees, 9 Associate's degrees, and 3 Certificates.

Best Community Colleges in Delaware

Delaware College of Art and Design offers 6 degree programs. It's a very small, private not-for-profit, two-year college in a small city. In 2023, 46 students graduated with students earning 46 Associate's degrees.

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List of all colleges in Delaware

School Average Tuition Student Teacher Ratio Enrolled Students
University of Delaware Logo University of Delaware Newark, DE
4/5
19 : 1 24,221
Delaware State University Logo Delaware State University Dover, DE
3/5
25 : 1 5,828
Goldey-Beacom College Logo Goldey-Beacom College Wilmington, DE
3/5
63 : 1 1,074
Delaware College of Art and Design Logo Delaware College of Art and Design Wilmington, DE
5/5
17 : 1 104
Delaware Learning Institute of Cosmetology Logo Delaware Learning Institute of Cosmetology Dagsboro, DE     73