University of Delaware
Counselor Newsletter

Get to Know UD and Visit

Blue and Golden Open House: Oct. 10, Oct. 24, Nov. 7, 2026
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Prospective students can spend a full day exploring UD. Attendees can curate their visit with optional guided tours and programming from academic departments and campus partners. They can hear from faculty representing 150+ majors, talk to current students, learn about the admissions process and more.

Register here.
Coast Day! Sunday, Oct. 4
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Now in its 50th year, Coast Day draws attendees to UD's coastal Lewes campus to explore cutting-edge science through hands-on activities, live demonstrations, lab and ship tours, and more. Coast Day also includes live performances, a diverse food court, and a range of experiences for every age.

Start your Coast Day by learning about admissions to UD from counselors at the Virden Retreat Center from 9–10 a.m. Register here.

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Discover UD's Flex Pathway  
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‍Register for our Discover UD's Flex Pathway open house event at one of the following locations and dates to learn more about UD's associate-to-bachelor's programs.
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-Wilmington, Nov. 10 at 5 p.m.
-Dover, Nov. 16 at 5 p.m.
-Georgetown/Lewes, Nov. 17 at 5 p.m.
Daily Tours
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Daily tours are available for both admitted and prospective students.

Students can find more information and register here. School counselors and consultants interested in a tour should reach out to their admissions representative to register them for a tour.
Academic Department Tours
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Have a student who wants to know more about a specific college or major at UD? Prospective students can get to know our academic colleges and departments through events listed here. Admitted students can browse events specific to their major using their My Blue Hen Home login information.

More events will be added soon. Look for additional tours in August!
Can't make it to campus?
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Check out our virtual campus tour on our 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.

We are here to help! Students can schedule an appointment with their admissions counselor to ask questions about the application, the admissions process and anything else on their mind through our website. Note: Questions related to student finances should be directed to Student Financial Services at sfs-mail@udel.edu.

UD admissions looks forward to seeing you on the road this fall!

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