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Private Nonprofit2-year

Delaware College of Art and Design

Wilmington, Delaware Β· City: SmallOfficial Website β†—

#3608
Nationally
#7
In Delaware
61%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 80%
$28,330
Annual Tuition
per year
104
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
44/100
Average
#3608 nationally
#7 in Delaware
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability42
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth34

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Delaware College of Art and Design is a private nonprofit two-year community college located in Wilmington, Delaware. With 104 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 61%, the institution is considered moderately selective. Annual tuition is $28,330, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $29,752 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate61%↑ Above avg
National avg: 80%
213
Applied
130
Admitted
46
Enrolled
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$28,330/yr
Room & Board$17,400/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$47,680/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$28,330↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$29,752
$30,001 – $48,000$31,764
$48,001 – $75,000$32,953
$75,001 – $110,000$46,109
Over $110,000$38,444
Student Body
104
Total Undergrads
67% F / 33% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 40%
Hispanic 16%
Black 30%
Asian 1%
Two or more 11%
Native / Other 1%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($28,330/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
  • βœ“Small campus environment (104 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Net price for families earning under $30K is $29,752/yr β€” explore all aid options before applying
  • Β·Room and board costs ($17,400/yr) add significantly to the total cost of attendance
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationWilmington, Delaware
SettingCity: Small
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$29,752
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#7
in Delaware out of 7+ colleges
#3608
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.