UDistinctions
The University of Delaware has a great tradition of excellence, from our founding as a small private academy in 1743, to the research-intensive, technologically advanced institution of today.
Our alumni tell our story of achievement, from our first class, which included three signers of the Declaration of Independence and one signer of the U.S. Constitution, to the more than 135,000 living Blue Hens who are making vital contributions to the world--in science, business, education, the arts, policy, health care, the environment, and many other areas
Our alumni are not only a reflection of UD's quality, they are a key factor in its continued success. Tuition and government support account for only 51% of UD's overall budget. The difference comes from donations, many made by generous alumni who make the UD experience possible for today's students, just as alums before them did.
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