Affordable Online Degrees in Delaware
ACE programs are built for your life and priced for your budget.
ACE vs. Online Colleges in Delaware
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For every $1 ACE students invest in their education, they receive $19.20 in higher future earnings.7
Local universities in Delaware offer respected programs. But finding the right fit for your education means much more than comparing colleges close to home. You have to consider flexibility, affordability and how well a program supports your career goals.
American College of Education (ACE) is a fully online college dedicated to helping students earn high-quality degrees without the high cost often associated with graduate education.
Our high student satisfaction¹ comes from an educational experience centered on student success. Through career-relevant coursework, supportive faculty and the flexibility to study on your own schedule, we’re helping students achieve meaningful outcomes. That’s the ACE difference, and we’re proud to offer it to Delaware residents.
Why Choose ACE?
A graduate degree should help you move forward, not slow you down. At ACE, we’ve combined affordable tuition, flexible online learning and practical curriculum to create an educational experience that works for today’s busy professionals.
How ACE Compares
As you consider higher education, you’ll likely evaluate the University of Delaware, Delaware State University, Wilmington University or Goldey-Beacom College. While each offers online learning opportunities, ACE was designed exclusively for online education.
From our course design and student support to flexible studying and career-focused curriculum, our online and student-first approach influences everything we do. Compare your options and discover why thousands of students have chosen ACE to help them reach their goals.
| ACE | University of Delaware | Delaware State University | Wilmington University | Goldey-Beacom College | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Course Delivery | Fully online courses2 | Select online options | Select online options | Select online options | Select online options |
| Built for working adults | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Start dates per year | 11 starts | 2-5 starts | 2-4 starts | 2-5 starts | 2-5 starts |
| Student to faculty ratio | 11:13 | 16:14 | 17:14 | 12:14 | 18:14 |
| Cost (online master’s) | Most under $10,0005 (total program cost) | $20,3044 (average annual in-state cost) | $9,1144 (average annual in-state cost) | $9,7264 (average annual cost) | $10,9804 (average annual cost) |
| GRE requirement | Never | Sometimes | Sometimes | Sometimes | Sometimes |
Published tuition and fee figures for comparison institutions reflect annual costs rather than total program cost. As master’s programs commonly span multiple academic years, total costs at comparison institutions may exceed the annual amounts shown.
Our Commitment to Affordable Tuition
The cost of graduate school shouldn’t keep you from investing in your future. ACE is committed to making higher education more accessible by offering affordable tuition that helps students earn respected degrees while minimizing financial stress. In fact, 87% of ACE students graduate without student loan debt.6
Our Unique Academic Experience
Every ACE program is intentionally developed to help students succeed in an online environment. Our curriculum is created in-house, informed by current industry expectations and regularly reviewed to ensure what you learn remains relevant in today’s workforce.
You’ll study alongside experienced faculty members who understand the demands of their professions and bring practical insight into every course, helping you apply what you learn with confidence.
Your experience also includes:
- Uniform course design: Every course follows a familiar structure that makes it easy to stay organized and focused on learning
- Fully asynchronous learning: With the exception of required practicum, internship or student teaching experiences in select programs that you can complete locally, you can work on coursework online whenever it fits your schedule
- Comprehensive support: Access our writing center, digital library and complimentary monthly tutoring to help you succeed from your first course through graduation
How ACE Supports Aspiring Delaware Teachers
Whether you’re preparing to become a teacher or looking to transition into education, ACE offers online teaching degrees for Delaware residents that help develop the instructional knowledge, classroom strategies and educational foundations needed for success.
Our online programs allow you to continue balancing your work and personal commitments while preparing for a meaningful career in education. With ACE, you can complete an initial licensure certificate or master’s degree at ACE and then take steps toward earning a teaching certificate in Delaware, but you’ll want to ensure you’re aware of any additional requirements.
Programs That Advance Careers
We’re accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and have the online programs you need to advance your career.
Education
Whether you’re looking to become an educator, grow your expertise or advance into administration, ACE equips you with the research, strategies, pedagogies and skills you need.
Business
Dive into today’s business landscape and discover how to address its challenges with relevant skills, practices and technologies that are designed to make a difference.
Healthcare
Healthcare administrators and public health professionals are a driving force in ensuring quality patient care. ACE prepares you to succeed in non-clinical healthcare roles.
Nursing
Nurses looking to become leaders or educators should look no further than ACE to support their career goals with innovative and applicable practices that lead to positive patient outcomes.
FAQs
Is ACE authorized to offer programs to students in Delaware?
Yes! ACE is approved to enroll students in Delaware and other SARA participating states through its home-state authorization in Indiana. Read about this agreement to learn more about how ACE supports out-of-state enrollments.
What do ACE programs offer that online Delaware colleges might not?
ACE offers an online learning experience designed around the needs of working professionals. Our combination of affordable tuition, flexible scheduling and career-focused curriculum helps students earn respected degrees while continuing to balance work, family and other responsibilities. Plus, with every $1 ACE students invest in their education, they receive $19.20 in higher future earnings.7
How can an ACE degree help me get a Delaware teaching certificate?
Our initial licensure programs equip you with foundational teaching knowledge as well as effective instructional methods, purposeful assessment tools and innovative technologies. Additional requirements may apply to obtain a Delaware teaching certificate.
1Student Right to Know. Accessed Aug. 4, 2026.
2Some programs also have local practicum, internship or student teaching requirements.
3Internal research conducted in March 2026
4CollegeTuitionCompare: University of Delaware, Delaware State University, Wilmington University, Goldey-Beacom College. Accessed Aug. 4, 2026.
5This is an estimated value of the cost for tuition and fees. Amounts may vary depending on number of transfer credits applied to the selected program hours, the pace and satisfactory completion of the selected program, receipt of institutional scholarship and/or grant amounts, or adjustments to tuition or fees as described in the Catalog Right to Modify Tuition section. State sales and use tax will apply where required by law.
6Internal research completed in November 2025