by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Wilmington University worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Wilmington University is ranked #1,301 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of A (top 10% for value). Within Delaware, it ranks #2 of 5 for value.
Among the majors Wilmington University offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Computer Science / Programming | #2 of 21 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #5 of 13 |
| Computer Graphics | #7 of 25 |
| Information Technology Management | #9 of 34 |
| Accounting / Finance | #12 of 54 |
| Accounting and Finance | #12 of 54 |
| Human Resources | #12 of 50 |
| Organizational Behavior Studies | #12 of 50 |
| Computer Programming | #18 of 38 |
| Computer Software & Applications | #20 of 69 |
Read the full Wilmington University value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Wilmington University is ranked #2 out of #6 in Delaware for quality and #2 out of #5 for Delaware value.
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Wilmington University is ranked #1,301 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
The quality education Wilmington University provides combined with its relatively low cost makes this school a great value.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Wilmington University costs about $18,786. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $75,145 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $20,198 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $15,644 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $18,786 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $75,145 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Wilmington University net price and the factors that affect it.
What Wilmington University costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Wilmington University degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $80,792 | — | — |
| All Students | $75,145 | #1,301 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $62,576 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $80,792 | — | — |
| All Students | $75,145 | #2 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $62,576 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Wilmington University shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $15,221 |
| $30K–$48K | $15,498 |
| $48K–$75K | $16,306 |
| $75K–$110K | $19,326 |
About 31% of Wilmington University undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $5,414 per year. Get more details on the Wilmington University financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Wilmington University cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.