University of Delaware

Counselor Newsletter

October/November 2025
‍A bimonthly newsletter for the most up-to-date information on UD's application process
Headshots of 5 Fulbright recipients and 5 Plastino Schoalrs

Fulbright and Plastino Scholars Follow Their Passions Worldwide

UD recognizes both current undergraduate students and recent alumni as recipients of global study awards. As a Top Producer of Fulbrights for two consecutive years, UD is pleased to celebrate this year’s five Fulbright Scholars who have earned the opportunity to study, teach and conduct research abroad. Additionally, we commend five Plastino Scholars who were awarded undergraduate study grants of up to $6,000 to pursue a passionate interest to an otherwise impossible degree.

First-generation undergraduate student becomes a published author in medical journal.
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UD animal science alumni perform with the NFL’s largest marching band.
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UD announces largest donation in the University’s history: $71.5 million.
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Application Deadlines: Early Action Deadline Approaching

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Early Action: Nov. 1
Nursing, Honors, Music: Dec. 1
Regular Decision: Jan. 15
Early Action: Nov. 1
Students who apply early action receive their admissions decision no later than Jan. 31, and it’s non-binding.
Early action does not apply to nursing or School of Music applicants.
Nursing program: Dec. 1
Completed applications and materials must be submitted before 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 1 to be considered for the nursing program.
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Honors College Priority Deadline: Dec. 1
Honors decisions are separate from your admission decision and students will receive their admission decision earlier than their honors decision. Honors applications submitted after 11:59 p.m. on Dec. 1 will be considered on a space-available basis.
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School of Music priority deadline: Dec. 1
Applicants who have been provisionally accepted by the University will then receive access to music audition request form.
All regular admissions, including School of Music applicants, and honors decisions will be released by mid-March.

Pre-College Programs for High School Students

Edge Summer Program

Applications for the 2026 Edge summer college program will open Nov. 14 for high school students entering their junior or senior year.

From Jul. 19–Aug. 8, 2026, students can earn 3–6 college credits with many engaging offerings from around UD’s Newark campus. Attendees will also learn about the college search and admissions process, build friendships and take day trips to attractions and major cities in the Northeast U.S.

‍Learn more about Edge and how to apply.

UD hosts a number of pre-college programs that target almost every interest area. Visit our website to learn about additional programs.

Student works at a computer and looks toward 3d printer.

Emerging Innovators Award

Do you know a high school student making an extraordinary impact in their school or community?

Nominate them for the 2026 Emerging Innovator Awards—a global honor recognizing the top 100 student changemakers. Honorees gain international recognition, an invitation to the Limitless World Summit and access to a $40,000 prize pool in cash and scholarships.


How you can help:
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- Nominate a student directly: Nominate here. Students will be notified of their nomination and encouraged to apply.

- Share the blurb below with your students in announcements, newsletters or school portals:
Are you making an impact in your school or community? Apply for the 2026 Emerging Innovator Awards for the chance to be recognized as one of the top 100 high school changemakers worldwide. Honorees receive global recognition, an invitation to the Limitless World Summit and the chance to compete for a $40,000 prize pool in cash and scholarships. Apply by Nov. 1, 2025: hornentr.com/EIAapply

Get to Know UD and Visit

All visit opportunities for prospective students, including events hosted by specific academic programs, are now listed in our prospective student visit portal.

Special events for admitted students will be available for registration in our Admitted Student Events portal beginning in December.
Blue & Golden Open House:
UD's signature open house for prospective students, Blue and Golden, will take place this year on Oct. 25 and Nov. 15. Find out more and register here.
Daily Tours:
Available for both admitted and prospective students. Students can find more information and register ere. School counselors and consultants interested in a tour should reach out to their admissions representative who can register them for a tour of campus.
Discover UD's Flex Pathway:
Learn about UD's associate-to-bachelor's degree programs during an open house at one of the following locations:
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-Wilmington, Oct. 27
-Georgetown, Nov. 17
-Dover, Nov. 18
Academic Department Tours:
Have a student who wants to know more about a specific college or major at UD? Find the special opportunities we offer to students who want to get to know our academic colleges and departments.
Can't make it to campus? Check out our virtual campus tour on our Explore UD from Anywhere website, and see our list of confirmed college fairs to discover where you can find us around the country.

International counselors and consultants can contact our international team at international-admissions@udel.edu to schedule in-person or virtual visits.

Financial Support for Delawareans

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Dual Degree Programs
First State Promise
Application-fee Waiver

The University of Delaware is partnering with Delaware State University to provide DSU students a second degree from UD in the field of engineering. The Dual Degree Program offers students the opportunity to enjoy the HBCU experience they value, while also accessing Research 1 resources and accelerated-degree pathways through the University of Delaware. By participating in this program, students earn two degrees in five years: a BS from DSU and either a BS or MS in engineering from UD. 

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Participants in this program have access to: 

  • Summer research experience
  • Paid internships
  • Access to UD's RISE program
  • Professional development tailored to their career goals
  • Invitations to UD campus events

Students interested in this program can learn more by completing this form.

We don’t want the costs of a great education to stand in the way of a student’s future. With First State Promise, we make great strides toward that goal. First State Promise is a financial package that assures Delaware residents with family incomes of less than $75,000 that their UD tuition will be covered with grants and scholarships, money that does not need to be paid back. Students with a family income of less than $35,000 receive a financial package that covers tuition, fees, standard housing and food expenses. Family incomes between $35,000 and $75,000 will receive a financial aid package that covers full tuition and mandatory fees. Families with family incomes above $75,000 may also be eligible for some aid in addition to any merit scholarships they may have earned. For additional information, visit our finance page for Delawareans.
At UD, we are committed to making a world-class education accessible to all Delawareans. That’s why we are extending our application-fee waiver to Delawareans beyond Launch into Your Future Month (previously called College Application Month), from Aug. 1 until Jan. 15, 2026.
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Delaware residents can apply to UD’s Newark campus for free using either the Common or Coalition application.

Students simply click the “General” section, select “Are you eligible for a University of Delaware application fee waiver?” and select “Yes, I am eligible through participation in Launch Into Your Future Month.” The fee waiver will then be applied to the student’s completed application.

Delaware residents applying to UD’s Flex Pathway through the UD online application will automatically receive a waiver by selecting “Flex Pathway” as their choice major. 

Don't Forget! Recent Updates

Application Updates
  • Changes to UD’s application: Students applying to UD associate programs and students applying as transfers will now use the UD online application. All first-year applicants, including international students, will apply using the Common or Coalition App.
New Majors
  1. Artificial intelligence engineering
  2. Civic leadership and policy studies
  3. Computer science and business (Honors only)
  4. Dance
  5. Sport performance analytics‍
  6. Associate in science (university studies)
  7. Associate of science in business administration
  8. Associate of arts in community and nonprofit leadership
  9. Associate of science in health science
Updates to Our Existing Majors

More information on all of UD’s majors can be found on our Major Finder. 

Did You Know? Fun Facts About UD

Climate Game On!
A Biden School professor launched UD’s video game jam, a timed, climate-themed competition where student teams create video games from scratch.
All Aboard!
UD’s College of Engineering is one of just a few U.S. universities where you can take college courses in railroad engineering! From track design to train safety, UD students explore the science behind keeping trains—and the country—on track.‍‍
Only, Firsts and Mosts
UD’s College of Agriculture and Natural Resources has the only insect ecology and conservation major in the country, more experimental and behavioral economists focused on agriculture and environment than any other college in the world, and this fall, we’re launching UD’s first major in sports performance analytics.
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Managing $$$
The Blue Hen Investment Club uses our campus trading center to manage over $5 million of the University’s endowment. The Geltzeiler Trading Center is a 2,200-square-foot facility designed to replicate the trading floors in investment banks, brokerage houses and hedge funds on Wall Street. It utilizes the same computer hardware, software, networks and market data feeds that are found in every financial institution throughout the world.‍‍

Connect With Us

You can find contact information for your UD admission counselor on our Meet Your Counselor webpage. All emails sent to our main email address, admissions@udel.edu, will also find their way to the appropriate staff member. Likewise, if you would like to add new counseling or teaching staff to our mailing list, please fill out this form. The UD admissions team wishes you all the best for a successful school year.

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