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Wilmington University

#1942 in US ranking New Castle, DE
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$24,630
Tuition & fees
$12,930
Avg. aid
$5,414
Receiving aid
60%

Outcomes

Graduation rate
20%
Median salary
$59,743
1 yr after graduation

What are the graduation rates for students at Wilmington University?

Wilmington University's reported graduation measures include a 12% four-year rate and a 22% six-year rate. Its reported overall graduation rate is 20%, and its student retention figure is 61%. These measures should not be read as interchangeable or as a prediction for an individual applicant.

Federal graduation-rate measures generally follow defined groups of first-time, full-time students entering particular credentials. That limitation matters at Wilmington University, where transfer students and adults form a substantial part of enrollment: many of their paths are not captured by the familiar first-time-student graduation rate. Students comparing schools should ask for completion information relevant to their own degree level, transfer status and attendance intensity, as well as the usual time to finish the specific program. The published rates alone do not establish why students leave, return or take longer to graduate.

What is the earning potential for graduates at Wilmington University?

Federal College Scorecard field-of-study figures provide a limited view of earnings roughly one year after completion for measured former students. Reported Wilmington University examples include $72,946 for registered nursing, $51,857 for computer and information technology administration, and $44,274 for business administration.

These are field-specific reported earnings measures, not starting salaries promised to every graduate or a forecast of lifetime income. Scorecard earnings data reflect eligible federally aided completers for whom earnings can be measured, and a field label may cover more than one program or credential. Employment patterns, prior experience, location and further education can all affect results. Compare the figure for the specific credential level you are considering, and weigh it alongside completion prospects, borrowing and the work required to enter the occupation.

Wilmington University Graduation Rate

Avg. graduation
20%
4-year graduation
12%
6-year graduation
22%

Wilmington University Retention and Employment

First-year retention, full-time students
61%
First-year retention, part-time students
31%
Employed 1 year after graduation
97%

Wilmington University Median Alumni Salary Over Time

1 year after graduation
$59,743
4 years after graduation
$69,354
5 years after graduation
$66,330
7 years after graduation
$67,723
10 years after starting college
$60,391

Alumni Salary for Wilmington University Degrees

Degrees

Avg. salary

Accounting and Related Services

$39,879

Business Administration, Management and Operations

$44,274

Computer Software and Media Applications

$35,951

Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management

$51,857

Criminal Justice and Corrections

$39,849

Education, General

$28,184

Film/Video and Photographic Arts

$27,899

Finance and Financial Management Services

$47,983

Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General

$53,939

Human Resources Management and Services

$44,226

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

$32,532

Marketing

$44,473

Psychology, General

$31,574

Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication

$42,888

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

$72,946

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

$41,661

Wilmington University Graduations Per Degree

BACHELOR’S Degree

Women Men Total

Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

224150374

Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services

118238356

Health Professions and Related Programs

20336239

Social Sciences

9715112

Psychology

821698

Education

641680

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

402363

Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services

252348

Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs

211738

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

18725

MASTER’S Degree

Women Men Total

Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services

262504766

Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

321235556

Education

29891389

Health Professions and Related Programs

15521176

Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services

312657

Public Administration and Social Service Professions

33437

Social Sciences

18422

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies

437

Natural Resources and Conservation

202

Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs

011

DOCTOR’S Degree

Women Men Total

Health Professions and Related Programs

56662

Education

431154

Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

232952

Social Sciences

10414

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.