One of seven colleges at the University, we offer more than 20 academic programs related to science, business, economics, and engineering technology. With a faculty of 70 and a student body of just over 700, we have a warm, family-like feel to our College.
From Music to Math, Physics to Anthropology, and Languages to Liberal Studies, the College of Arts and Sciences offers a diverse choice of majors that will help to prepare you for a lifetime of learning, a rewarding career, and graduate or professional studies. Should you choose to enroll in another College at the University of Delaware, such as Business or Engineering, the College of Arts and Sciences will provide learning opportunities for you in English, Math, Languages and many other courses.
The Alfred Lerner College of Business and Economics is anchored by four important cornerstones. First is a talented faculty whose intellectual contributions enhance programs and provide added value to students and to Delaware's corporate community. Next, the student body has a remarkably high academic profile and outstanding credentials. Third is the college's commitment to innovation and technology. And the fourth is the international perspective that is woven throughout the college's programs. All of these cornerstones support the college's commitment to providing students with the tools and resources necessary to reach their highest goals.
The University of Delaware College of Earth, Ocean and Environment (CEOE) has a goal to advance the knowledge, use, and conservation of global, estuarine, and coastal ocean environments through a program of excellence in research, teaching, and service. Founded in 1970, CEOE is an interdisciplinary college committed to the development of skilled academic and professional leaders. Distinguished faculty, using state-of-the-art research and teaching facilities, provide hands-on research and educational opportunities in marine science and policy.
The College of Education, and Public Policy offers undergraduate degrees in 9 majors and 14 graduate degrees that are responsive to public needs. We also carry out an extensive program of research and service that both contributes to people's well-being at the local, state, national and international levels and provides unrivaled learning opportunities for our students. The College's 350 faculty and staff, nearly 2,800 students and over 19,000 alumni share a commitment to addressing some of the most pressing intellectual and social challenges of our time -- those affecting our children, our families, our schools, our communities, the environment, consumers and service institutions, and our public policies. The College of Education and Public Policy creates knowledge that addresses these challenges and prepares professionals who will assume leadership in these critical areas.
The College of Engineering at the University of Delaware — an institution with a vigorous past, a dynamic present, and a brilliant future. Even before the first engineering degree was awarded here in 1892, the foundation for engineering excellence was being formed. Today that distinction is increasingly recognized with prestigious national awards to our faculty and students for their research, teaching, and service. Research expenditures have more than doubled in the last decade, reaching almost $42 million in 2006, and the strength of our graduate programs continues to greatly enhance the undergraduate experience.
The College of Health Sciences was formed July 1, 1997 as a result of a merger between the College of Nursing, the College of Physical Education, Athletics, and Recreation, and the department of Nutrition and Dietetics. It was renamed to the College of Health Sciences on July 1, 2005. There are about 130 faculty and staff in the College and about 1600 students. The College consists of the Departments of Health, Nutrition, and Exercise Sciences and Medical Technology, the School of Nursing, and the Division of Special Programs. In addition, some of the faculty in this College participate in the interdisciplinary Biomechanics and Movement Science program. The College offers nine undergraduate degrees and five graduate degrees with eight different areas of concentration.
More commonly known as "Undeclared," the University Studies Program is designed to enhance and support the educational experiences of matriculated students who do not have a declared major and who have a wide variety of interests entering the University of Delaware. Through classroom interaction, individual academic advising, and specially tailored programming, the University Studies Program ensures that students are given the opportunity to explore the many majors available to them before they choose their academic path.
AREAS OF INTEREST AT DELAWARE Each UST student is assigned an Administrative Academic Advisor dedicated to helping the student make informed decisions while pursing their intellectual interests. Through their coursework and interactions with faculty, advisors, staff, and peers, students learn more about how their interests and skills might correspond with certain majors. Students are encouraged to become involved in extracurricular activities, volunteer services and discovery learning opportunities such as internships, undergraduate research, or study abroad. These experiences enhance the student’s ability to choose the major best suited for them.
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