[4] The institution experienced significant growth over the following decades, particularly under the presidency of Audrey K. Doberstein, expanding its enrollment to over 10,000 students by 2006.

The name change to Wilmington University in 2007 was aimed at better reflecting its broad range of undergraduate and graduate programs.

The main campus is located in Wilmington Manor, a census-designated place in unincorporated New Castle County, Delaware.

Additionally, Wilmington University operates several other campuses in Delaware, including in Dover and Georgetown, as well as partner locations in New Jersey and Maryland.

The Wilmington University Athletic Complex in Bear, Delaware,[17] serves as the primary facility for various sports, including basketball, soccer, and lacrosse.