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Drexel University

Philadelphia, PA · Private nonprofit · Large city · Website

Drexel University campus
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Admission rate
79%
Accessible
Average net price
$37,529
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
78%
Median earnings
$92,338
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Drexel University is a private nonprofit college in Philadelphia, PA with 13,233 undergraduates. It admits 79% of applicants, and admitted students average 1345 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $37,529 per year ($28,843 for families earning under $30,000). 78% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $92,338 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
79%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
40,204
Fall 2023
Admitted
31,171
Fall 2023
Yield
9%
of admitted students enrolled

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

SAT Reading & Writing620–700
200800
SAT Math620–740
200800
ACT Composite27–32
136

What Drexel University looks at

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

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesRequired
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$78,335
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$64,212

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$28,843
  • $30–48k$28,147
  • $48–75k$31,498
  • $75–110k$38,569
  • $110k+$46,936

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

Outcomes

Graduation rate
78%
Freshman retention
90%
Median earnings
$92,338
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$25,166
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
13,233
Student–faculty ratio
9:1
Receive Pell grants
32%
  • White40%
  • Hispanic9%
  • Black10%
  • Asian24%

Drexel University FAQ

What is Drexel University's acceptance rate?+

Drexel University admits 79% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Drexel University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 620–700 on SAT Reading and Writing and 620–740 on SAT Math; the average total is 1345.

What ACT score do you need for Drexel University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 27–32.

Is Drexel University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Drexel University?+

In Fall 2023, 40,204 students applied to Drexel University and 31,171 were admitted; 2,883 enrolled.

Does Drexel University consider legacy status?+

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

Does Drexel University require an essay?+

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

How much does Drexel University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $78,335 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $37,529.

What is Drexel University's graduation rate?+

78% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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