University of Delaware

Newark, DE
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    Faculty & Research

    255 faculty · 100 courses · data as of 2026-07-02

    Business Administration39 faculty avg h-index 13.1 #26 of 59 in Business Administration
    John D'Arcy, Professor of MIS h-index 58
    MIS. John teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in cybersecurity and IT risk management. His research focuses on cybersecurity management, including behavioral factors and firm-level causes and consequences of IT security failures
    Notable: “The benefits and dangers of enjoyment with social networking websites” (2012) · 664 citations
    Bintong Chen, Chaplin Tyler Professor, Director IFSA h-index 29
    Notable: “A Non-Interior-Point Continuation Method for Linear Complementarity Problems” (1993) · 246 citations
    Jack J. Baroudi, Professor of MIS h-index 21
    Notable: “Studying Information Technology in Organizations: Research Approaches and Assumptions” (1991) · 3,344 citations
    Ahmad A. Rabaa'i, Associate Professor of MIS h-index 16
    Notable: “Exploring the Determinants of Users’ Continuance Intention to Use Mobile Banking Services in Kuwait : Extending the Expectation-Confirmation Model” (2021) · 54 citations
    Biology37 faculty avg h-index 21.9 #24 of 68 in Biology
    Velia Fowler, Chair in Biological Sciences, Professor h-index 61
    The Fowler laboratory studies cellular architecture: how cells spatially organize themselves and their interior compartments to achieve intricate geometries, mechanical strength, and physiological functions. We have studied how cell archite
    Notable: “Tropomodulin caps the pointed ends of actin filaments.” (1994) · 297 citations
    Jia L. Song, Associate Chair, Professor h-index 60
    The potential for forming a new organism begins at fertilization, when the sperm meets the egg. Across species from the worm to the human, development of the newly fertilized egg to a juvenile or an adult requires the careful regulation of
    Notable: “Structural basis of SARS-CoV-2 3CLpro and anti-COVID-19 drug discovery from medicinal plants” (2020) · 1,080 citations
    E. Fidelma Boyd, Professor h-index 48
    Members of the Vibrionaceae are marine species that survive and proliferate in high salinity. Many Vibrio species are halophile and salt is an absolute requirement for growth. We investigate 1. The role of quorum sensing regulators in the o
    Notable: “Common themes among bacteriophage-encoded virulence factors and diversity among the bacteriophages involved” (2002) · 381 citations
    Melinda K. Duncan, Trustees Distinguished Professor h-index 42
    The vertebrate lens is a remarkable tissue that has many evolutionary adaptations​ t​hat allow it to remain​ transparent througho​ut life. Further, its cell biology is quite distinct from that of other tissues which results in it being the
    Notable: “A simple method for quantitating confocal fluorescent images” (2021) · 405 citations
    Mechanical Engineering35 faculty avg h-index 40.1 #7 of 70 in Mechanical Engineering
    Bingqing Wei, George W. Laird Professor of Mechanical Engineering h-index 97
    Notable: “Direct laser writing of micro-supercapacitors on hydrated graphite oxide films” (2011) · 1,455 citations
    Suresh Advani, Unidel Pierre S. du Pont Chair of Engineering h-index 81
    Notable: “The Use of Tensors to Describe and Predict Fiber Orientation in Short Fiber Composites” (1987) · 1,746 citations
    X. Lucas Lu, Professor, Center for Biomechanical Engineering Research h-index 75
    Notable: “Mussel‐Inspired Adhesive and Conductive Hydrogel with Long‐Lasting Moisture and Extreme Temperature Tolerance” (2017) · 1,143 citations
    Kun (Kelvin) Fu, Assistant Professor h-index 73
    Notable: “Negating interfacial impedance in garnet-based solid-state Li metal batteries” (2016) · 2,006 citations
    Government35 faculty avg h-index 15.2 #44 of 100 in Political Science
    Paul Brewer, Joint Faculty Professor h-index 35
    Political communication, public opinion, and science communication. He is particularly interested in how messages in traditional news, entertainment media, and social media shape public opinion about policy issues and public percept
    David P. Redlawsk, Chair, James R. Soles Professor h-index 29
    Es on the role of information and emotions in voter decision making. His most recent research aims to examine how moral values influence voters and the ways local elected officials engage with moral principles in decision making. Dr. Redlaw
    Joanne Miller, Professor, Director Graduate Studies h-index 27
    Es on the antecedents and consequences of belief in conspiracy theories and conspiratorial thinking, motivations for political participation, and media effects on public opinion. Her research has been funded by the National Science Foundati
    Dannagal G. Young, Joint Faculty Professor, Director CPC h-index 27
    Political media effects, public opinion, political satire and the psychology of political humor. In addition to her books Irony and Outrage and Wrong , Young's research has been published in numerous journals including Media Psy
    Nursing33 faculty avg h-index 10 #20 of 37 in Nursing
    Sharon Dudley-Brown, Professor h-index 24
    GI- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn's Disease and ulcerative colitis) Translation EBP College of Health Sciences Academic Departments Communication Sciences & Disorders Epidemiology Health Behavior & Nutrition Sciences Kinesio
    Notable: “American Gastroenterological Association Institute Guideline on the Diagnosis and Management of Asymptomatic Neoplastic Pancreatic Cysts” (2015) · 1,115 citations
    Kathleen Brewer-Smyth, Professor h-index 18
    Es on adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), abuse throughout the lifespan, hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis salivary cortisol regulation, and neurological dysfunction, especially traumatic brain injury (TBI) and associated high ris
    Ju Young Shin, Professor h-index 15
    Es on symptom management of Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia and family caregiving of older adults, for which she has received both extramural and internal funding. Her methodological expertise broadly ranges
    Notable: “College students eating habits and knowledge of nutritional requirements” (2018) · 184 citations
    Jennifer L. Saylor, Associate Dean, Faculty and Student Affairs; Professor h-index 14
    Es on type one diabetes of emerging young adults and the transition to college. Dr. Saylor previous research experience in simulation with funding and publication. She has methodological expertise is in mixed methods research and large data
    Notable: “Healthcare providers' challenges during the coronavirus disease (COVID‐19) pandemic: A qualitative approach” (2021) · 125 citations
    Chemical Engineering27 faculty avg h-index 45.6 #1 of 10 in Chemical Engineering
    Yushan Yan, Henry B. du Pont Chair, Center for Clean Hydrogen Director h-index 121
    Notable: “Efficient Water Oxidation Using Nanostructured α-Nickel-Hydroxide as an Electrocatalyst” (2014) · 1,316 citations
    Dionisios G. Vlachos, Unidel Dan Rich Chair, CCEI and DEI Director h-index 109
    Notable: “Microstructural Optimization of a Zeolite Membrane for Organic Vapor Separation” (2003) · 1,091 citations
    Marianthi G. Ierapetritou, Bob and Jane Gore Centennial Chair h-index 71
    Notable: “Advances in surrogate based modeling, feasibility analysis, and optimization: A review” (2017) · 688 citations
    Thomas H. Epps III, Allan & Myra Ferguson Distinguished Professor h-index 54
    Notable: “Toward polymer upcycling—adding value and tackling circularity” (2021) · 693 citations

    Faculty counts are directory headcounts; the named list may be a subset. h-index shown only for ORCID-backed or high-confidence OpenAlex matches. Partial — enrichment ongoing.

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    About University of Delaware. University of Delaware in Newark, DE reports an overall acceptance rate of 70.6%, an early-round acceptance rate of 70.0%, an SAT middle 50% of 1180–1370, a class size of 4,424, and a yield of 16.0% based on the most recent Common Data Set filings. Delaware's flagship public university with strong chemical engineering and finance programs. Test-optional; only 19% of enrollees submitted SAT scores.

    Admissions and cost data as of July 3, 2026 (CDS 2024–25 cycle), from the most recent Common Data Set, IPEDS, and College Scorecard.

    University of Delaware: key admissions facts

    University of Delaware's overall acceptance rate is 70.6% (the most recent Common Data Set). University of Delaware's early-round acceptance rate is 70.0% (the most recent Common Data Set). University of Delaware's SAT middle-50% range is 1180–1370 (the most recent Common Data Set). The average unweighted GPA of admitted students at University of Delaware is about 3.7 (the most recent Common Data Set). University of Delaware's yield rate (the share of admitted students who enroll) is 16.0% (the most recent Common Data Set). The average net price at University of Delaware for families earning under $75,000 is about $11,408 per year (U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data).

    Sources: Common Data Set (commondataset.org) · University of Delaware on College Scorecard · NCES IPEDS · full source table

    How much does University of Delaware cost for a family earning $75,000?

    A family earning under $30,000 pays about $10,901 per year in net price at University of Delaware, while families earning over $110,000 pay about $25,580 (source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data). A family earning $75,000 falls in the $48,001–$75,000 bracket and pays about $13,225 per year after grants and scholarships.

    University of Delaware: average annual net price by household income (most recent College Scorecard/IPEDS data)
    Household incomeAverage net price per year
    Under $30,000$10,901
    $30,001–$48,000$10,099
    $48,001–$75,000$13,225
    $75,001–$110,000$17,401
    Over $110,000$25,580
    Tuition (in-state, before aid)$15,280
    Tuition (out-of-state, before aid)$40,840
    Room and board$15,974

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the acceptance rate at University of Delaware?

    University of Delaware's overall acceptance rate is 70.6%, based on the most recent Common Data Set. Its early-round (early decision or early action) acceptance rate is 70.0%.

    What SAT score and GPA do you need for University of Delaware?

    Admitted students at University of Delaware typically have an SAT middle-50% range of 1180–1370 and an average unweighted GPA of about 3.7, according to the most recent Common Data Set. These are the middle of the range, so scores above them strengthen an application.

    Is it hard to get into University of Delaware?

    Getting into University of Delaware is moderately selective: it admits 70.6% of applicants. Your realistic odds depend on how your GPA and test scores compare to its middle-50% ranges and on your application round — you can estimate them with the free College Monte Carlo chances calculator.

    Does University of Delaware offer early decision or early action?

    University of Delaware offers early action (non-binding). Applying early can help: its early-round acceptance rate is 70.0%, versus 70.6% overall.

    How much does University of Delaware cost after financial aid?

    The average net price at University of Delaware — the real cost after grants and scholarships, not the sticker price — is about $11,408 per year for families earning under $75,000, based on U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data. Higher-income families generally pay more; see the full net-price-by-income breakdown.

    How much does University of Delaware cost for a family earning $75,000?

    A family earning under $30,000 pays about $10,901 per year in net price at University of Delaware, while families earning over $110,000 pay about $25,580 (source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data). A family earning $75,000 falls in the $48,001–$75,000 bracket and pays about $13,225 per year after grants and scholarships.

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