The University of Delaware was founded in 1743 as a small private academy. Today, as one of the oldest land-grant institutions in the nation, one of 19 sea-grant institutions, and one of only 13 space-grant institutions, the University of Delaware is recognized as a major state-assisted, private university offering degrees in more than 100 undergraduate programs and graduate degrees in 70 majors. Academic support services include the expansive Hugh M. Morris Library, numerous laboratories, and computing sites throughout the campus. 

The University enrolls approximately 15,000 undergraduates and more than 3,000 graduate students who represent nearly every state and 106 foreign countries. The University of Delaware is strongly committed to enrolling and retaining minority students. Faculty at the University have received numerous national and international awards and honors which recognize their innovative research and publications. They include renowned scientists, authors, and teachers who are committed to the University's tradition of excellence in teaching, research, and public service. Facilities include a campus network and associated computational facilities that have recently been judged to be the nation's finest. 

To ease educational expense for graduate students, the University offers several forms of financial assistance, including fellowships, scholarships, assistantships, and internships. Please feel free to contact the appropriate department to receive additional information regarding your particular programs of interest. 

On behalf of the University of Delaware, I extend my personal best wishes for your continued academic, professional, and personal success. 

Sincerely, 

 

David P. Roselle 

President