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Drexel University

Philadelphia, PA
  • Private
    4 year
  • 16.5K
    Full + Part time Students
  • 1:9
    Faculty to Student Ratio
  • 27%
    Transfer Student Ratio
  • $27.4K
    Avg. Financial Aid
Drexel University is a private, nonsectarian, coeducational university founded in 1891 by philanthropist and financier Anthony J. Drexel. The University hosts top-notch programs and is home to some of the region’s leading scholars and researchers in the fields of arts and sciences, business, biomedical engineering, engineering, health professions, information science, and design and media arts. Drexel comprises 15 colleges and schools including colleges of medicine and law. Located in Philadelphia’s University City neighborhood, Drexel offers students all of the amenities of a vibrant college campus within a world-class city.
historic building facade with arched entry
interior of dining area with people
people jogging by colorful mural and city skyline
teacher in front of lecture room with students
students conversing in a college cafe area
student interacting with a humanoid robot
people exercising on treadmills in a gym
courtyard with fountain outside modern dormitory
grand hall with vaulted ceiling & people
outdoor patio with students and blossoming trees
city skyline viewed from campus with walking students

Overview

Founded 1891
Total Faculty 2,602
Full-Time Undergraduate 14,101
Part-Time Undergraduate 2,363
Application Acceptance Rate 75%
Transfer Students 4,228
Programs 166 Programs
Courses 3,529 Courses
Transfer Agreements 394 incoming Transfer Agreements
Equivalencies 7,522 outgoing Equivalencies

Financial Information

In-State Tuition $48,660
Out-of-State Tuition $48,660
Books and Supplies $6,331
Federal Loans: Undergrads receiving aid 54%
Federal Loans: Average amount received $7,395
Scholarships & Grants: Undergrads receiving aid 74%
Scholarships & Grants: Average amount received $19,962
  • Scholarships and Financial Aid:
    Transfer students at Drexel are eligible for the full range of financial aid, including merit-based scholarship. Drexel automatically considers transfer students for transfer scholarship, which recognizes outstanding academic achievement. To learn about all financing options, please visit www.drexel.edu/drexelcentral

Information for Transfer In Students

  • Accepts Transfers:
    Yes
  • Transfer Applications Received:
    Approximately 3,500
  • Percentage Accepted:
    Between 60 and 70%
  • Transfer Applicants Enrolled:
    We enroll approximately 1,000 transfer students each year.

Application Deadlines for Transfer

Winter (January) November 15
Spring (April) February 15
Fall (September) April 15

Transfer Application Requirements

  • Minimum GPA:
    Varies by program
  • Official Transcripts:
    Required from all post-secondary institutions attended. If you have fewer than 24 college credits, and you graduated from high school in the past two years, high school transcripts and test scores (SAT or ACT) are also required.
  • SAT Scores:
    Required if you have completed fewer than 24 credits. If you have completed 24 or more credits, test scores are not required.
  • Letters of Recommendation:
    Not required
  • Essay:
    All full-time applicants are required to submit an essay. Select majors have additional requirements like a writing supplement or portfolio. For a full list of program requirements, please visit http://drexel.edu/undergrad/apply/transfer-instructions
  • Application Fee:
    $50.00
  • Interview:
    Not required
  • Other Requirements:
    Must have minimal withdrawals and repeated courses. For other application requirements and instructions, visit http://drexel.edu/undergrad/apply/deadlines/.
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Transfer Credit Policy

  • Minimum Grade:
    Courses taken at a regionally accredited institution with a grade of C or better are eligible for transfer.
  • Credits (Min/Max):
    The number of credits eligible for transfer will be determined by the department once accepted. Drexel can transfer a maximum of 60 semester credits.
  • Transfer Policy Document:

Drexel University

Address:
3141 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104
United States
Main Phone:
215-895-2400
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Contacts

Transfer Admission Contact:
Drexel University
Transfer Admissions Office
215-895-2400
donotreply@academyone.com

Branch Campuses/Additional Locations

Drexel University Online
Drexel Online Attn: Customer Service PO Box 34729
Philadelphia, PA 19101
1-877-215-0009
http://info@drexel.com
Last updated on 5/23/2022 by AcademyOne.