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How to use the Study Abroad Cost Calculator
- 1Choose a country. For the US, pick the state, city and type of university (community college, public or private).
- 2Choose your level of study, lifestyle and number of years.
- 3Enter the tuition from your offer letter or I-20 if you have it, and review the yearly cost, the likely range and the total.
Tuition in Delaware for international students
International students pay the out-of-state (non-resident) rate at public universities. In Delaware that averages $39,340 a year in 2025-26, compared with $16,470 for state residents. The national average is $31,880.
Fees differ widely between universities: flagship and research universities usually charge more than regional campuses, so check each university's own cost of attendance.
| Type of university | Typical tuition per year |
|---|---|
| Community college (international rate) | about $10,000 |
| Public university, out-of-state (Delaware average) | $39,340 |
| Private nonprofit university (US average) | $45,000 |
Yearly budget to study in Delaware
Tuition plus 12 months of living costs and health insurance (about $2,500 a year). Budget = sharing with two other students; average = sharing with one; comfortable = your own apartment.
| University type | Budget | Average | Comfortable |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community college | $29,818 | $35,283 | $46,539 |
| Public university | $59,158 | $64,623 | $75,879 |
| Private university | $64,818 | $70,283 | $81,539 |
Living costs in Delaware
Across Delaware's metro areas, a typical home rents for about $1,861 a month (Zillow), so a student sharing with one other person pays around $931 a month for housing. Food, transport, books and personal costs add about $968 a month; prices in Delaware are 0.2% below the US average.
In total, expect about $1,899 a month for an average student lifestyle.
Delaware vs neighboring states
A year at a public university (out-of-state tuition, average lifestyle, 12 months):
| State | Out-of-state tuition | Living per month | Total per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland | $27,910 | $1,903 | $53,246 |
| Pennsylvania | $33,860 | $1,598 | $55,533 |
| New Jersey | $34,300 | $2,081 | $61,770 |
| Delaware ★ | $39,340 | $1,899 | $64,623 |
Cost of studying in each US state
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost an international student to study in Delaware?
About $64,623 a year at a public university (out-of-state tuition $39,340, living about $22,783, insurance $2,500). A private university is closer to $70,283 and a community college about $35,283. That makes Delaware the 7th most expensive of the 50 states and DC for a public-university year.
How much money do I need to show for an F-1 visa?
Your university's I-20 lists the estimated cost for one academic year (tuition plus living costs), and you must show funds to cover at least that amount, usually with bank statements, a sponsor letter or a scholarship letter.
Can I work while studying in the US?
On an F-1 visa you can work up to 20 hours a week on campus during term and full time in breaks. Off-campus work is only allowed through CPT or OPT, so plan to cover your costs without relying on a job.
