-
Creating a global minerals trust
Article by Adam Thomas | June 09, 2025
UD’s Saleem Ali proposes global minerals trust that would help countries work together to manage and share critical minerals fairly and sustainably
-
Dream. Prep. Achieve.
Article by Marina Jones | June 09, 2025
UD’s Upward Bound program helps first-generation students earn scholarships, honors and acceptance to top colleges
-
Inspiring the next generation
Article by Jessica Henderson | June 06, 2025
Distinguished elementary teacher and UD alumna makes a difference in state and global education communities

About UD

The University of Delaware is committed to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, research and service.
From its roots as a private academy in 1743, the institution today is a research-intensive, technologically advanced university with global impact. Come join us.
OUR STORY
Our alumni tell our story of achievement -- from the first class that included three signers of the Declaration of Independence and a signer of the Constitution to a Nobel Prize-winning scientist, a Tony Award-winning choreographer and the president of the United States.
Our distinguished faculty includes internationally known authors, scientists and artists. State-of-the-art facilities support UD’s academic, research and service activities.
Campus life is welcoming -- enriched by distinguished guest speakers, NCAA Division I intercollegiate athletics, 300-plus engaged student organizations, concerts and other arts and cultural activities.
In addition to our vibrant main campus in Newark, UD has locations across the state -- in Wilmington, Dover, Georgetown and Lewes.
A thriving study-abroad program and expanding international partnerships further enhance our students’ education as global citizens.
-
Dream. Prep. Achieve.
Article by Marina Jones | June 09, 2025
UD’s Upward Bound program helps first-generation students earn scholarships, honors and acceptance to top colleges
-
Inspiring the next generation
Article by Jessica Henderson | June 06, 2025
Distinguished elementary teacher and UD alumna makes a difference in state and global education communities
-
Showing students they matter
Article by Jessica Henderson | June 04, 2025
Recent doctoral graduate plans to help elementary children feel seen, heard and valued in their school communities
One of the oldest universities in the United States,
the University of Delaware traces its roots to 1743.
The school’s first name was Newark College,
later becoming Delaware College.
In 1921, it was officially named
the University of Delaware.
In 2017, we continue to grow - establishing ourselves as a top
institution that is leaving its mark in
Delaware and across the globe.

Experience UD
Visit campus

VIRTUAL TOUR

Explore
UD in photos

Get in the spirit
UD ATHLETICS