UD Research Facts and Figures
Our Impact
The University of Delaware is a significant driver of the region’s economy, spurring $3.19 billion in economic activity in Delaware and directly or indirectly supports 26,040 jobs statewide each year, a recent report estimates. The report — created by Econsult Solutions Inc. (ESI) and commissioned by UD — examined the impact and multiplier effects of the University’s annual operations and capital investments. To quantify the economic impact UD makes on the region, the report highlighted key areas of distinction, including local engagement, scholarship, innovative research and entrepreneurial successes.
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Innovation Impacts
In the innovation arena, UD achieved accomplishments like these since 2009:
Invention Disclosures
Patents Issued
Licenses Issued
Startup Companies Formed
FY2024 Research Expenditures by Sponsor
FY2024 Sponsored Program Expenditures
FY24 Total Sponsored Program Expenditures
increased 10.6% over FY23.
Sponsored Program Expenditures Over Ten Years
(2015-2024)
Sponsored Program Expenditures Over Ten Years
(2015-2024)
%
1,000,000 sq. ft.
UD ranks 28th out of 651 public higher education institutions without a medical school in federal R&D expenditures.
— 2023 HERD REPORT/DATA TABLE 36
UD ranks 45th out of 651 higher education institutions without a medical school in federal R&D expenditures.
— 2023 HERD REPORT/DATA TABLE 36
UD ranks in the top 75 in R&D expenditures from DOD, DOE, NASA, NSF and USDA out of 660 institutions.
— 2023 HERD REPORT/DATA TABLE 26
UD Ranks 74
UD Ranks 49
UD Ranks 53
UD Ranks 50
UD Ranks 56
The Higher Education Research and Development Survey, conducted by the National Science Foundation, is the primary source of information on R&D expenditures at U.S. colleges and universities. The survey collects information on R&D expenditures and is an annual census of institutions.