University of Delaware runs 3 separate ACHA hockey programs in Newark, DE — ACHA Division I, ACHA Division II, and ACHA Division III. The combined 2025–26 roster across all programs totals 65 players. Each program operates independently with its own roster, coaching staff, and schedule.
The pipeline leans heavily on junior hockey experience — 43% of players arrived from Tier I, II, or III junior programs. That rate is well above average and suggests a coaching staff that actively targets players coming through competitive junior hockey rather than going straight from high school.
3 players from outside the United States (Canada). Unusual for a club program at this level.
4 players transferred from other college programs. Whether from D1 ACHA, D2, or elsewhere, this program has a track record of integrating players who started somewhere else.
University of Delaware at a Glance
Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, most recent cohort.
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Where Do University of Delaware Hockey Players Come From?
65 players · 17 states & regions · 2025–26 roster.
New Jersey leads the pipeline with 13 players (20%), but the international component is notable: 3 players from Canada give this roster an unusually broad geographic reach.
Where Did These Players Play Before University of Delaware?
Prior league breakdown — a proxy for the competitive level players brought with them.
28 players came through competitive junior programs. Junior hockey experience — even at Tier III — represents meaningful development beyond what high school hockey alone provides.
4 players transferred from other college programs. The presence of college transfers often indicates a welcoming environment for players looking to change programs without giving up playing.
Fred Rust Arena
Newark, DE · 4 minutes from campus
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This school fields 3 ACHA teams. Follow each on Instagram: @udicehockey, @udhockeyd2.
Is University of Delaware Hockey a Fit for You?
For players prioritizing ice time and program fit over academic selectivity, University of Delaware is accessible — with a 70.6% acceptance rate, admissions is rarely the obstacle. With 3 programs (ACHA Division I, ACHA Division II, and ACHA Division III) and 65 combined players, there are genuine opportunities at multiple competitive levels. Reach out to the specific program that fits your game.