WilmU Guidebook

In This Guidebook—Use the links below to navigate through useful materials to help you on your path to a degree.

Fast Facts

Return on Investment Facts

Map of Locations

Paying for School

Online Learning Tour Tuition Comparison Calculator

Enrollment Map

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Wilmington University Fast FactsGet to know the mid-Atlantic university everyone is talking about.Wilmington University is an accredited, nonprofit institution committed to providing anyone with a desire to learn with educational opportunities. WilmU® students have access to flexible and career-oriented undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degree programs while benefitting from small class sizes, individual attention and low tuition.

Experience the WilmU DifferenceLearn more at wilmu.edu

*U.S. News and World Report (2014)

RANKED

3RD

LEARNING *ONLINE

IN150+ Career-oriented degree

and certificate programsSome degree programs available

100% online wilmu.edu/Academics

Among the lowest tuitionIn-state tuition for all students

wilmu.edu/Value

Tutoring, advising and career services online

and at any location

20,000+ Students enrolled

36% male

64% female Convenient Locations + online

NJ

MD DE

Online

Seamless credit transferMany students transfer up to 75 credits.

Active duty military can transfer up to 90 credits.

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Our MissionWilmington University is committed to excellence in teaching, relevancy of the curriculum, and individual attention to students. As an institution with admissions policies that provide access for all, it offers opportunity for higher education to students of varying ages, interests and aspirations.

The University provides a range of exemplary career-oriented undergraduate and graduate degree programs for a growing and diverse student population. It delivers these programs at locations and times convenient to students and at an affordable price. A highly qualified full-time faculty works closely with part-time faculty drawn from the workplace to ensure that the University’s programs prepare students to begin or continue their career, improve their competitiveness in the job market, and engage in lifelong learning.

Military-friendly Yellow Ribbon program participant

Student-faculty ratio17:1 40,000+

alumni networkClasses start every

8 weeks

7 CollegesEducation • Technology • Business

Arts and Sciences • Health ProfessionsSocial and Behavioral Sciences

Online and Experiential Learning11 NCAA Division II Athletic Teams

Faculty are leaders in their field, bringing real-world

experience to courses

Give us a call today. 877.549.2424

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PennsylvaniaPhiladelphia

Burlington County (Mt. Laurel)

Community College

Wilmington University,

Salem

Cumberland County College

Joint BaseMcGuire-Dix-Lakehurst

Delaware

Maryland

New Jersey

Wilmington

New Castle Campus

Dover Air Force Base

Georgetown

–Elkton StationCecil College

and

online!100%

Wilson Graduate Center

(Carneys Point)

(Vineland)

Dover

Gloucester County (Sewell)Wilmington University,

Brandywine

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WilmU Online Learning Tour

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WilmU Value Comparison Tool

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60%

Bachelor’s Degree from WilmU

Bachelor’s Degree from a Traditional College

High School Diploma

Four-Year Investment

Lifetime Income

Annual Rate of ROI

$0

~$88,0002

~$40,560 ~$2,268,000

~$2,268,0003

~$1,304,0003 0%

10.65%

8.46%

The Investment of College Education

GET THE FACTS!Data supports the overwhelming advantages of obtaining a college degree at Wilmington University. Every day, college graduates continue to earn a higher median income and experience lower unemployment rates than

The return on investment (ROI) of a college education is the cost of attending college to earn a degree compared to the potential earnings in that field. Studies confirm that individuals with college degrees earn more in a lifetime than those individuals without a college education.1

At Wilmington University, the cost of a four-year degree generates an ROI more than two full percentage points higher than the average return rate on a bachelor’s degree from a traditional college.

Employment projections based on the current economic recovery estimate that 65% of the 164 million job openings in 2020 will require more than a high school diploma, and more than a third (35%) will require at least a bachelor’s degree.3

Wilmington University not only provides flexible course options—including both classroom and online settings to meet our students’ lifestyle needs—but also offers competitive, career-focused programs taught by instructors with real-world professional experiences; thereby equipping our students with the knowledge and skill sets that enable them to adapt to economic trends.

UNDERSTAND THE EMPLOYMENT OUTLOOK

GET A POSITIVE RETURN ON YOUR INVESTMENT

of the Delaware-specific job openings will require education beyond a high-school diploma3

non-degree holders.1 Investing in a Wilmington University education means you are experiencing innovative career-focused degree programs that build the foundation for your future successes.

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SEE THE CAREER PROGRESSION OF WILMU GRADUATESWhile there is much data related to the ROI for a college education supporting the value of attendance at traditional colleges, there is a specific interest in the career progression of WilmU™ graduates.

The Wilmington University Alumni Review Report captures the following successes of recent WilmU graduates:

KNOW WILMU IS COMMITTED TO YOUR FUTURE At Wilmington University, our programs are affordable and career-focused—as indicated by our competitive value, commitment to the community, and successful alumni. The combination of affordability and industry-leading academic programs is a hallmark of Wilmington University’s mission, and provides a greater ROI for our students and their families.

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1. United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (Mar 2014). Employment Projections. Retrieved fromhttp://www.bls.gov/emp/ep_chart_001.htm

2. Carnevale, A. P., Rose, S. J., Cheah, B. (Aug 2011). The College Payoff: Education, Occupations, Lifetime Earnings. Georgetown University Center onEducation and the Workforce. Retrieved fromhttp://cew.georgetown.edu/collegepayoff

3. Carnevale, A. P., Smith, N., Strohl, J. ( Jun 2013). Recovery: Projections of Job Growth and EducationRequirements Through 2020. GeorgetownUniversity Center on Education and the Workforce. Retrieved from https://georgetown.app.box.com/s/tll0zkxt0puz45hu21g6

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Employed either full-time or part-time

Prepared for their job “exceptionally well”

Job is relevant to their degree

Would choose WilmU again if they had to start over

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Your Guide to Paying for Your

Education

ScholarshipsMany national and local organizations provide scholarship opportunities to students—criteria vary based on the organization offering the award, demonstrated financial need or academic merit.

We also award a number of scholarships each year to our students based on various criteria.

More information can be found at wilmu.edu/Scholarships.

Other Funding SourcesEmployer ReimbursementMany organizations help their employees pay for school. Contact your employer’s Human Resources department to see if tuition benefits are available.

Military BenefitsIndividuals who have served or are currently serving in the military—as well as their dependents—may be eligible to have their tuition covered under Veterans Benefits. In addition, active-duty military students may take advantage of WilmU’s military tuition rate, and any tuition assistance programs offered by their military branch.

More information can be found at wilmu.edu/Military.

Your college education is an investment in your future, but you shouldn’t have to break the bank to pay for it. At Wilmington University, we’re committed to keeping education affordable—telling you all of the costs of earning your degree or certificate from the very beginning.

Understand our tuition philosophy.WilmU® does not differentiate between in-state and out-of-state students. So if you choose to take courses in-person at our locations throughout Delaware, Maryland or New Jersey, or decide to take them online, tuition will always be a low rate. Tuition is charged on a per-credit basis, so you only need to pay for the credits you’re actually taking.

Learn more about our tuition philosophy at wilmu.edu/Tuition.

Get ready for school by educating your wallet: Financial Aid 101Any kind of funding to help pay for college is considered financial aid. It can come from the federal government, private sources or the university itself. It includes:

Federal Student Aid Federal Student Aid is the most common form of financing for students and can include grants, loans and work study. In order to be considered for federal aid, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

FAFSA determines your eligibility for all federal aid programs, and it is the first step in WilmU’s financial aid process. Complete your FAFSA as soon as possible at FAFSA.gov. Wilmington University’s School Code: 007948

Payment PlansYou may choose to pay your tuition costs in monthly installments throughout the semester for any tuition and fees not covered by any financial aid award you may receive. Payments can be made several ways:

Check: Online, by mail, or in-person Credit Card: Online, over-the-phone, in-person or by faxCash: In-person only

WilmU Scholarship

Application Deadline

is March 31!

Find out more about our financial aid policies at wilmu.edu/FinancialAid

Have additional questions?University Information Center (UIC)Phone: 877.967.5464Email: infocenter@wilmu.edu

Student Financial ServicesPhone: 302.356.6964Email: studentpayment@wilmu.edu

Third-Party BillingEmail: thirdparty@wilmu.edu

Undergraduate Tuition per credit hour

New Castle $354

Middletown $354

Brandywine $354

Dover $305

Georgetown $290

Dover Air Force Base $250

Burlington County $358

Cumberland County $358

Gloucester County $358

Salem County $358

Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst $250

Cecil College $354

Online and Distance Learning $354

Online and Distance Learning (Active Duty Military)

$250

Graduate Tuition per credit hour

New Castle (Wilson Graduate Center) $455

Middletown $455

Brandywine $455

Dover $455

Georgetown $455

Dover Air Force Base $300

Burlington County $459

Cumberland County $459

Gloucester County $459

Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst $300

Online and Distance Learning $455

Online and Distance Learning (Active Duty Military)

$300

Doctoral $602

2016–2017 Tuition Rates7 Steps to Financial Aid

Complete your FAFSA if you plan to apply for financial aid.

Visit fafsa.gov and use School Code 007948.

Submit your WilmU financial aid application through WebCampus.

Check WebCampus regularly for important notices about your financial aid funds.

Complete a Direct Loan Master Promissory Note and Entrance Counseling at studentloans.gov

Verify you are fully admitted to a degree or approved certificate program.

Accept your award offer through WebCampus.

Maintain at least half-time enrollment in your program.

For additional details about the process, please visit wilmu.edu/FinancialAid/Apply

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* RN-to-BSN program students must submit copy of RN license to undergradadmissions@wilmu.edu. ** Undergraduate students may need to submit SAT/ACT scores for College of Education programs. † This does not apply to Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Nurse Practitioner, and all Doctoral programs.

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Additional Help 877.967.5464Student Success Center Tutoring and learning resources wilmu.edu/SSCUniversity Information Center (UIC) Answers to any additional questions wilmu.edu/ContactOffice of Disability Services Support for students in need of accommodations wilmu.edu/ODS

Student Life Organizations and events on- and off-campus wilmu.edu/StudentLifeCareer Services Resume writing and career searching services wilmu.edu/CareerServicesLibrary Research resources wilmu.edu/Library

WilmU Enrollment Map

STEP 5: Attend a New Student Group Advising Session to meet with an advisor and schedule your courses. Find dates for the sessions at wilmu.edu/NSGA.

STEP 8: Get your WilmU® ID Card from University Safety at any location outlined on wilmu.edu/ID.

STEP 9: Buy your books and supplies from the Campus Store at bookstore.wilmu.edu.

STEP 10: Begin your classes!

FIRST TIME STUDENTS START HERE

STEP 2: Apply* online at wilmu.edu/Apply. Receive your Wildcats email account upon acceptance.

STEP 3: Learn how to submit your official transcripts** at wilmu.edu/ElectronicTranscripts. Take placement test if applicable.

TRANSFER STUDENTS START HEREFORMER STUDENTS

START HEREApplied >1 year ago

STEP 6: Register for classes and manage your Wildcats account through WebCampus.

STEP 4: Complete your FAFSA if you plan to apply for financial aid. Visit fafsa.gov and use Wilmington University’s School Code: 007948Apply for financial aid at wilmu.edu/FinancialAid.

STEP 5A: Call 877.967.5464 to schedule your program planning conference.†

Review the webpage of your program’s college to see if there are courses you can start right away.

STEP 5B: Meet with your program director or chair to plan your classes.

Graduate Students

STEP 1: Explore our certificate, bachelor’s, or graduate degree programs at wilmu.edu/Academics.

Undergraduate Students

STEP 7: Check your Wildcats email account regularly for important notices.

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877.967.5464

Submit your application.

Go to wilmu.edu/ApplyOnline

Meet with an Admissions Associate. A highly-qualified team of counselors will help you plan a course load that fits your lifestyle and needs. Call 877.967.5464 or stop in any time.

Undergraduate Admissions Doberstein Admissions Center 320 N. DuPont Highway | New Castle, DE 19720

Graduate Admissions Wilson Graduate Center 31 Reads Way | New Castle, DE 19720

Register for courses. Once your application has been processed, you can register for courses even if you haven’t submitted all your other required documentation. *All you need is your WebCampus username and password, which will be emailed to you as soon as your application has been processed. Get started at wilmu.edu/Registration.

*Some programs have additional requirements that must be met before registering for courses.

Get started today!

visit: wilmu.edu/AdmissionFor more information about the admission process

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