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The college search process, while exciting, can be daunting. We’re here to guide you — whether you need advice on choosing a 主要, details on the costs of college, application tips or information about 校园生活.

We’re ready to guide you through every step of the college search 和 application process.

Find the Right College for You

We hope UD is the right college for you, but our ultimate goal is to help you find a place where you will thrive 和 prepare for success in life. To that end, here are some things to consider when looking at colleges.

Get a sense of how well 学生 graduate prepared for a successful career 和 a fulfilling life.


Explore UD Student Outcomes

Consider class sizes, accessibility of professors, academic advising tools 和 options for learning support.


Explore 学者 at UD

Ask about opportunities for undergraduate research, internships 和 co-ops, global experiences 和 capstone courses.


Explore Experiential 学习ing at UD

Experience 校园生活 和 dining options 和 explore nearby city life. Look through the available clubs 和 organizations 和 ask about retention.


Explore Community at UD

Underst和 the costs beyond first-year tuition, like annual tuition increases, fees 和 textbooks. 文件的 FAFSA 和 carefully review your personalized aid package.


Explore Affordability at UD

The best way to know if a school is right for you is to experience the community.


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General Application Tips

Here are some general tips to help you through the application process. 研究生, 国际法律 学生, please refer to the appropriate admission Information page for additional requirements 和 details.

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  • Check deadlines for submitting applications.
  • Ask for letters of recommendation — 和 be sure to thank them.
  • 文件的 FAFSA as soon as it opens.
  • 本科s, decide if you wish to submit test scores 和 check if they are required (UD is test-optional).
  • 研究生 学生, check with your 部门 to learn which test scores, if any, are required.
  • Read all application instructions.
  • Prepare your essay. This is your opportunity to distinguish yourself in your own voice. Select a prompt that speaks to your experiences 和 who you are as a person. Share details that help reviewers create a meaningful underst和ing of who you are as a whole person 和 how you will contribute to the UD community.
  • Gather required documentation.
  • If you plan to transfer to UD, submit your transfer credit evaluation request prior to applying to UD.