A parent loan program and a University-sponsored payment plan are also available. Scholarships based on academic achievement, demonstrated leadership, and athletic and artistic talent are also awarded. Students should apply for first-year financial aid at the same time that they apply for admission. Priority is given to requests received on or before March 31. It takes about four to six weeks after forms are submitted.
Financial aid is awarded annually.
A new application must be submitted each year. Academic scholarships, leadership awards, and talent awards are available. Students are encouraged to complete scholarship application procedures in the fall of their senior year for first-year scholarships and awards. Applications must be received by UD on or before January 1. Students wishing to be considered for full-tuition scholarships must complete admission and scholarship application procedures by December 1.