<p>My DD is a soph, OOS, non-honors student. The only class that could be called “easy” was her only required math class, and that is because as a not-great test-taker, she didn’t test at a high level (in the summer between HS graduation and entry to UD) - so the class she had to take freshman year was not really challenging. She got an A and was happy to have it over with.</p>
<p>She had a couple of large intro classes freshman year and they were definitely not a breeze. She worked really hard for her grades. She also has a couple of large classes this semester because they fulfill breadth requirements (into to sociology and a nutrition class).</p>
<p>On the flip side, she’s had several small classes, including one last semester that was only 9. Others have been in the 15-25 range. She’s also had classes where she complains that “the prof is treating this like a 400 level course and it’s only a 100 level course.” So yes, she has been pushed and challenged, and most important, she has grown. </p>
<p>This school is not a cake-walk; what would be the point? They have a “commitment to Delawareans,” but even the in-state students have to perform. Remember, the school is about 70-30, favoring OOS, and it’s increasingly difficult to get in from OOS.</p>
<p>My DD is working harder than she ever did in HS (and she’s never had an opportunity to retake quizzes in any classes!). She’s had a positive experience with the professors she’s dealt with and is happy with her advisory. It’s really been a perfect fit for her academically; if she can maximize all of the out-of-class opportunities related to internships and work experience, then I will be thrilled. This last part, of course, is up to her.</p>