Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science

CDU Overview

Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science (CDU) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Los Angeles, CA. Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science was newly reclassified as an Research College/University () in 2025 due to changes in its research activities and doctoral program offerings.

The CDU's tuition & fees is $23,000 for the academic year 2024-2025. 71% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $16,515.

The school has a total enrollment of 852 and the students to faculty ratio is 4 to 1 (25.00%).

CDU's acceptance rate is 38.74% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 3.51%.

Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science is accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission.

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2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science is $23,000. For graduate programs, its 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $38,973.

The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $27,941 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $58,518.

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2024-25 Tuition & Fees

Undergraduate	$23,000
Graduate	$38,973

Data source: IPEDS (integrated Postsecondary Education Data System)

2025-26 Estimation

Undergraduate	$27,941
Graduate	$58,518

The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.

Acceptance Rate »	38.74% Acceptance Rate / 3.51% Yield
Graduation Rate »	30%
Retention Rate	50%(full-time), 67% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio	25.00% (4 to 1)
Student Population »	852 (282 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »	$16,515

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.

Special Learning Opportunities at CDU
Learning Opportunities
ROTC	No
Weekend/Evening College	Yes
Teacher Certification	No
Study Abroad	Yes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling service	Yes
Employment services for students	Yes
Placement services for completers	No
On-campus day care for students' children	No

Address	1731 E 120th St, Los Angeles, CA 90059
Phone	323-563-4800
WEB	School's Website
Admission	Admission Information
Online Application	Apply Online
Financial Aid	Deadlines and Applications
Net Price Calculator	Net Price Calculator
Veterans Tuition	Veterans Benefit Information
Disability Service	Disability Services
School Type	four-year, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie Category
Highest Degree Offered	Doctor's degree

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