Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 79.2%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 78.8%
- Retention Rate
- 90.1%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $72,950
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $24,572
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 15:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 80.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $261/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $93,342 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $86,424 | $28,282 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Doctoral | $73,446 | $79,718 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $70,176 | $25,261 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor | $68,698 | $25,954 |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Bachelor | $67,101 | $25,182 |
| Chemical Engineering. | Bachelor | $66,401 | $26,000 |
| Civil Engineering. | Master | $64,990 | |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $63,005 | $25,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $62,632 | $26,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $62,491 | $26,301 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $60,552 | $23,495 |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor | $60,523 | $25,000 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Bachelor | $59,986 | $25,908 |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering. | Bachelor | $56,415 | $25,752 |
Outcomes Overview
Delaware graduates earn a median of $72,950 ten years out, while carrying typical debt of $24,572. That creates a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 34%, well below the concerning 40% threshold. Monthly loan payments of $261 represent only 4% of median income, leaving plenty of room for other expenses. The university's strong business and engineering programs funnel graduates into stable corporate roles and technical positions that support these earnings. With a 96.1% employment rate and alumni like President Biden proving the network's reach, Delaware delivers solid career preparation. The school's proximity to major East Coast job markets in Philadelphia, New York, and Washington D.C. enhances opportunities. This represents a strong return on investment for most students.