Philadelphia, PA

Drexel University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Drexel University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Philadelphia, PA.
It is a R1 university with very high research activities.
Drexel University is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

79% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 37,314 applied, 29,642 accepted, and 2,399 enrolled in Drexel.
1,264 men and 1,085 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,340 SAT, 30 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,340 and ACT score is 30. The SAT score of 1340 is high, 90 to 94 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total124013401440
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing620660700
Math620680740
ACT Score
Composite273032
Math262731
English263134
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $62,412 for undergraduate programs and $39,261 for graduate programs.
Tuition has increased by 2.88% compared to last year at Drexel University.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

12,768 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $28,345.
For freshmen, 2,886 students (99%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $33,654.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 21,153 students enrolled Drexel in 2025.
By gender, 9,738 men and 11,415 women students are enrolled.
There are 13,309 undergraduate and 7,844 graduate students.
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454 Major Programs

  • 68 programs through online
  • 209 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Drexel is 78%.
The retention rate is 90% for full-time and 90% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
78%
Retention Rate
90%
Students to Faculty Ratio
9 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 2,159 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Drexel and the average faculty salary is $113,386. The studetns to faculty ratio is 9 to 1.
There are 5,167 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $81,254.
Number of Faculties
2,159
Average Faculty Salary
$113,386
Number of Staffs
5,167
Average Staff Salary
$81,254

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries
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Athletics

Drexel University is a member of Coastal Athletic Association (CAA).
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