Best Colleges in Delaware (2026)
15 colleges ranked by graduate earnings, acceptance rates, and outcomes — powered by federal data from the U.S. Department of Education.
15
Colleges
$44,577
Avg Earnings (10yr)
$15,117
Avg Net Price
67%
Avg Admit Rate
44%
Avg Grad Rate
State Overview
Delaware is home to 15 colleges and universities, ranging from research universities to community colleges. University of Delaware leads the state in graduate earnings, with state alumni earning $44,577 on average ten years after enrollment. Whether you're looking for a flagship research university, a liberal arts college, or a career-focused program, Delaware offers diverse options across all price points.
Quick Facts — Delaware Colleges
Top 10 Colleges in Delaware by Graduate Earnings
Ranked by median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Public and private nonprofit only.
Admit
N/A
Net Price
N/A
Grad Rate
N/A
Earnings
$72,380
Admit
85%
Net Price
$15,554
Grad Rate
57%
Earnings
$59,892
Admit
N/A
Net Price
$15,644
Grad Rate
20%
Earnings
$53,844
Admit
N/A
Net Price
$11,578
Grad Rate
22%
Earnings
$41,448
Most Affordable Colleges in Delaware
Lowest average net price after grants and scholarships. Public and private nonprofit only.
Dover, DE
22% grad rate
Wilmington, DE
57% grad rate
New Castle, DE
20% grad rate
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| School | City | Type | Admit Rate | Net Price | Grad Rate | Earnings (10yr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academy of Massage and Bodywork | Bear | Private For-Profit | N/A | N/A | N/A | $31,204 |
| All In The Wrist Barber Academy | Smyrna | Private For-Profit | N/A | $4,993 | N/A | N/A |
| Dawn Career Institute LLC | Newark | Private For-Profit | N/A | $14,839 | N/A | $30,429 |
| Delaware State University | Dover | Public | 47% | $13,910 | 39% | $49,307 |
| Delaware Technical Community College-Terry | Dover | Public | N/A | $11,578 | 22% | $41,448 |
| Goldey-Beacom College | Wilmington | Private Nonprofit | 85% | $15,554 | 57% | $59,892 |
| Hair Academy School of Barbering & Beauty | Newark | Private For-Profit | N/A | $12,265 | N/A | N/A |
| Margaret H Rollins School of Nursing at Beebe Medical Center | Lewes | Private Nonprofit | N/A | N/A | N/A | $72,380 |
| Paul Mitchell the School-Delaware | Newark | Private For-Profit | N/A | $16,753 | N/A | $32,242 |
| Polytech Adult Education | Woodside | Public | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Schilling-Douglas School of Hair Design | Newark | Private For-Profit | N/A | $18,896 | N/A | $27,420 |
| Strayer University-Delaware | Wilmington | Private For-Profit | N/A | $22,593 | N/A | $40,092 |
| The Salon Professional Academy | Dagsboro | Private For-Profit | N/A | $16,577 | N/A | $23,718 |
| University of Delaware | Newark | Public | 71% | $17,799 | 81% | $72,950 |
| Wilmington University | New Castle | Private Nonprofit | N/A | $15,644 | 20% | $53,844 |
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