Get To Know WilmU
Wilmington University is a private, nonprofit, open-access and accredited institution dedicated to serving both traditional students embarking on new academic journeys and nontraditional students seeking career advancement.
Committed to offering affordable, convenient and flexible options, the University offers a broad range of online and in-person degree and certificate programs that prepare students for the global marketplace through experience-rich curricula delivered by expert practitioners.
The University embraces user-friendly transfer processes, meaningful internship opportunities, and productive partnerships with corporations.
At a Glance
Changing Lives Since 1968
Multiple Mid-Atlantic Locations
Global Online Campus
Military Friendly® Gold Award School 2025-2026
16 NCAA Div. II Athletic Teams
93% of Graduates Recommend WilmU
Respected, Accredited Academics
200+ degree and certificate programs
17:1 student-to-faculty ratio
90% of graduates would enroll at WilmU again
2024-2025 Degrees Awarded
1,703 Undergraduate
2,106 Graduate
163 Doctoral
Affordability
One of the most affordable universities in the Mid-Atlantic region.
ALL students receive low, in-state tuition rates.
of students attend WilmU without utilizing financial aid.
Average Tuition Comparison
Full-Time Undergraduate
Includes tuition and fees only (does not include housing and food, books and supplies, transportation or other expenses). Source: College Board, Trends in College Pricing 2025 report.
Online Learning Leader Since 2007
Nationally recognized for excellence in online learning*
Global Online Campus
150+ programs 100% online
93% of students utilize online learning
78% complete their courses 100% online
*For more information, see: https://www.wilmu.edu/coel/awards.aspx
Top Choice For Degree Completion
Transfer up to 90 credits.
WilmU Accepts many courses for transfer credit.
Enjoy Rolling admissions and multiple start times.
Thousands of students choose WilmU for bachelor’s degree completion.
Academic credit awarded for:
Prior learning
Professional licenses and certifications
On-the-job and military experience
Wildcats by the Numbers
Total Enrollment: 18,787
Undergrad: 12,265 Full-Time: 26% Part-Time: 74%
Graduate: 6,017 Full-Time: 30% Part-Time: 70%
Doctoral: 654
Transfer credits to WilmU: 70% of undergraduates
International admissions: 9%
Age 25+: 75%
Note: Enrollment and alumni data is taken from the Wilmington University Fact Book and Alumni Survey.