Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Online | drexel.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Drexel University occupies an urban campus in Philadelphia's University City district, three miles west of Center City. Founded in 1891 as the Drexel Institute of Art, Science and Industry, the university is recognized for its cooperative education program, which integrates classroom learning with paid professional work experiences. The campus combines historic buildings, including the Romanesque-style Main Building, with modern academic and research facilities across 96 acres. Drexel is known for its strong programs in engineering, business, computing and informatics, and design, while maintaining competitive admission standards among private research universities. The university operates on a quarter system, offers guaranteed housing for first- and second-year students in its residential halls, and competes in NCAA Division I athletics as the Dragons.
Ratings
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Outcomes
Value
Drexel is rated within the top 21% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 8 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Drexel University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#109 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#93 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#13 in Best Colleges in Pennsylvania
#13 in Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania
#354 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#28 in Best Value Colleges in Pennsylvania
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1230/1430 |
| ACT | 27/33 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.67 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $50 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,700 |
| Other Fees | $2,370 |
| Room and Board | $17,550 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,500 |
| Total One Year Cost | $81,413 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 22% |
| Business | 21% |
| Engineering | 18% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 10% |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 7% |
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Last updated February 24, 2025