The University of Delaware has a strong commitment to graduate education through teaching and research. The goal of graduate programs is to educate scholars who will provide intellectual leadership in their professional and educational endeavors. The master's and doctoral degree programs are offered through departments or schools within each of the seven colleges.

Although the University provides information, assistance, advisement, and counseling to graduate students through the publications of numerous departments and offices, the ultimate responsibility for complying with the requirements for the degree and with the regulations of the University rests with the student. Graduate students should refer to the Graduate Programs Section of the University of Delaware Catalog, the Departmental Program Policy Statement and other information provided by the department and the University. If students have questions about a requirement or regulation, they should seek the answer through the instructional department or the Office of Graduate Studies.