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Drake University

Des Moines, IA · Private nonprofit · Midsize city · Website

Drake University campus
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Admission rate
64%
Accessible
Average net price
$29,415
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
71%
Median earnings
$78,855
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Drake University is a private nonprofit college in Des Moines, IA with 2,543 undergraduates. It admits 64% of applicants, and admitted students average 1292 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $29,415 per year ($28,458 for families earning under $30,000). 71% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $78,855 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
64%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
7,741
Fall 2023
Admitted
4,964
Fall 2023
Yield
13%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing580–680
200800
SAT Math530–670
200800
ACT Composite24–29
136

What Drake University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$65,475
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$52,130

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$28,458
  • $30–48k$25,119
  • $48–75k$25,416
  • $75–110k$28,365
  • $110k+$32,318

Get a personal estimate with Drake University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
71%
Freshman retention
84%
Median earnings
$78,855
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$21,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
2,543
Student–faculty ratio
11:1
Receive Pell grants
28%
  • White68%
  • Hispanic10%
  • Black8%
  • Asian5%

Drake University FAQ

What is Drake University's acceptance rate?+

Drake University admits 64% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Drake University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 580–680 on SAT Reading and Writing and 530–670 on SAT Math; the average total is 1292.

What ACT score do you need for Drake University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 24–29.

Is Drake University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Drake University?+

In Fall 2023, 7,741 students applied to Drake University and 4,964 were admitted; 639 enrolled.

Does Drake University consider legacy status?+

No. Drake University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Drake University require an essay?+

Drake University reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Drake University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $65,475 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $29,415.

What is Drake University's graduation rate?+

71% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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