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Drexel University

Philadelphia, PA·Private·~79% acceptance

Drexel University is a private university based in Philadelphia, PA. It has fairly open admissions, accepting about 79% of applicants. The average net price after aid is about $38,509 per year. About 78% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $84,648 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$38,509/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $76,835
Aid cuts ~$38,326/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
ED
Nov 15
EA
Nov 15
RD
Jan 15

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Admissions
GPA range3.48–3.98
SAT (middle 50%)1240–1440
ACT (middle 50%)27–32
Test policyTest optional
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
78%
graduation rate
90%
freshman retention
$69,063
median earnings, 6yr
$84,648
median earnings, 10yr
How Drexel reads an application

What Drexel values

Very important
Course rigorGrades (GPA)Class rankTest scores
Important
Application essaysRecommendationsCharacter / personal qualities
Also considered
InterviewExtracurricularsTalent / abilityFirst-generation statusAlumni relation (legacy)Volunteer workWork experienceDemonstrated interest

From Drexel’s Common Data Set. Put your effort where it counts most.

What Drexel requires

Required
Grades (GPA)Course rigorRecommendationsApplication essaysDemonstration of competenciesTOEFL / English proficiency
Considered
Class rankCollege-prep programTest scoresWork experience

From federal IPEDS data — what Drexel requires vs considers (not how heavily each is weighed).

Frequently asked questions
What is Drexel University's acceptance rate?
Drexel University admits about 79% of applicants.
How much does Drexel University cost?
At Drexel University, the average net price after aid is about $38,509 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $76,835 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Drexel University?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 1240–1440 on the SAT and 27–32 on the ACT.
What are Drexel University's application deadlines?
Drexel University's deadlines are Early Decision around Nov 15, Early Action around Nov 15, Regular Decision around Jan 15. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.
What does Drexel University value most in applicants?
In its most recent Common Data Set, Drexel University rates Course rigor, Grades (GPA), Class rank, and Test scores as "very important" in admissions decisions, and also weighs Application essays, Recommendations, and Character / personal qualities. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker to see how your profile lines up.

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