Drexel Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 79.44%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1340. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- Tuition: $62,412
- Tuition rates are on the higher end, which may reflect the institution's resources or prestige.
Student Population at Drexel:
- Total Enrollment: 21,153, including 3,757 online students
- 13,309 Undergraduate, 7,844 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 46% men, 54% women.
- This is a large institution, providing extensive academic options and vibrant campus life.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 78%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 90%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 454 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 68 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 209 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Law School, Medical School, Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
Drexel Overview
Drexel University (Drexel) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Philadelphia, PA. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The Drexel's tuition & fees is $62,412 for the academic year 2024-2025. 92% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $29,045.
The school has a total enrollment of 21,153 and the students to faculty ratio is 9 to 1 (11.11%).
Drexel's acceptance rate is 79.44% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 8.09%. The median SAT score is 1340 and the ACT score is 30.
Drexel ranked 52nd in National Universities and 10th in Pennsylvania Colleges rankings. Drexel University is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Drexel University is $62,412. For graduate programs, its 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $39,261.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $64,211 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $41,577.
| Undergraduate | $62,412 |
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| Graduate | $39,261 |
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| Undergraduate | $64,211 |
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| Graduate | $41,577 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Drexel University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at Drexel
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, NAVY, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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