About Drexel University Online
Type
Private
Not-For-Profit
4 Years
Student Population
24,634
Website
www.drexel.eduAccreditation
MSCHE
Religious Affiliation
Not applicable
On Campus Housing
Yes
Drexel University (DU) is a private not-for-profit type research institution that was established in the year 1891 founded as Drexel Institute of Art, Science, and Industry, in the year 1936. In the year 1970, it was renamed as Drexel University. The university started online education for students in the year 1996 to help individuals pursue their education from the comfort of their own place.
The university’s main campus is spread over 96 acres. The university provides valuable, experiential, rigorous, technology-infused education to students for a productive professional and civic career.
The university has a population of 24,634 students enrolled in different courses at Drexel University, the student to faculty ratio is 11:1. Drexel University’s highly knowledgeable faculties are energetic scholars with a real passion for the subjects they teach. They are committed to connecting the dots between what you know and what you need to learn. This, later on, help you in solving challenging real-life problems.
The best thing about the university is, the university does not discriminate between the on-campus and off-campus students, as the online university students receive the same certificate as the traditional students of the university, after completion of the course.
Drexel University Online Accreditation
The university is accredited and is regionally recognized by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
Rankings
Following are the rankings provided by the US News according to the performance of the university
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#16 in Best Online Master's in Computer Information Technology Programs.
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#10 in Best Online Master's in Computer Information Technology Programs for Veterans.
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#32 in Best Online Master's in Engineering Programs.
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#18 in Best Online Master's in Engineering Programs for Veterans.
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#7 in Best Online Master's in Industrial Engineering Programs.
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#3 in Best Online Master's in Engineering Management Programs.
Admissions
Application Deadline
1st Nov
Acceptance Rate
77%
SAT Range
1170 - 1380
ACT Range
25 - 30
Application Fee
$50
SAT/ACT
Recommended
High School GPA
Required
Accept Common App
Yes
Acceptance Rate
The acceptance rate of Drexel University is 77%.
Statistics
The total student enrollment in the university was 2,327 out of which 1,298 were males and 1,029 were females.
Admission Requirements
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Completion of the online application form.
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Official transcripts from all previous institution attended/GED.
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High School GPA.
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Test Scores (ACT/SAT).
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TOEFL (For International applicants).
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Letters of recommendation.
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A personal essay and a resume/curriculum vitae.
Note
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For Bachelor Programs, candidates must have completed high school and should have at least 0-23 college credits from an accredited institution to get admission.
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For Master Programs, candidates must have completed a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
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For Doctorate Programs, candidates must have completed a master's degree with a GPA of 3.5 or above and 3-years of work experience.
Annual Cost to Attend
Net Price
$40,977
Average Annual Cost
$50,874
Books And Supplies
$1,700
Other Fees
$2,370
Room And Board
$14,079
Budget For Other Expenses
$1,200
Total One Year Cost
$70,223
The annual list price to attend Drexel University on a full-time basis for the previous fall semester is $70,223 for all students regardless of their residency. This fee is comprised of $50,874 for tuition, $14,079 room and board, $1,700 for books and supplies and $2,370 for other fees. Out of state tuition for Drexel University is $50,874, the same as Pennsylvania residents.
Net price is indicative of what it actually costs to attend Drexel University when typical grants and scholarships are considered. The net price varies by family income and financial need. The average reported annual net price for Drexel University for students receiving grants or scholarship aid was $40,977. Net price includes tuition and required fees, books and supplies, and the average cost for room and board and other expenses.
Based on published tuition prices, it is estimated that the current cost of a 4-year bachelor's degree and living expenses at Drexel University to be $280,892 - assuming graduation in normal time. The estimation assumes a 10.1% annual increase over the next 4 years which has been the recent trend for Drexel University.
Academics
Highest Degree Offered
Doctoral
Student:Faculty Ratio
11:1
Full-Time Retention Rate
89%
Part-Time Retention Rate
67%
Academic Calendar
Quarter
Research Funding per Student
$8,728
Faculty Overview
Male Professors
Female Professors
Non-traditional Learning
Evening Degree Programs
Teacher Certification
Distance Education
Study Abroad
Majors
Registered Nursing, Administration,...
647 Graduates
Mechanical Engineering
252 Graduates
Finance and Financial Management Se...
250 Graduates
Marketing
201 Graduates
Design and Applied Arts
199 Graduates
Biology, General
166 Graduates
Health and Medical Administrative S...
163 Graduates
Biomedical/Medical Engineering
142 Graduates
Electrical, Electronics and Communi...
131 Graduates
Accounting and Related Services
123 Graduates
Business/Commerce, General
112 Graduates
Computer Engineering
110 Graduates
Computer Science
100 Graduates
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
96 Graduates
Chemical Engineering
92 Graduates
Civil Engineering
86 Graduates
Psychology, General
77 Graduates
Economics
72 Graduates
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General...
66 Graduates
Arts, Entertainment,and Media Manag...
64 Graduates
Legal Professions and Studies, Othe...
64 Graduates
Management Sciences and Quantitativ...
62 Graduates
Management Information Systems and...
59 Graduates
International Business
58 Graduates
Information Science/Studies
53 Graduates
Architectural Engineering
44 Graduates
Entrepreneurial and Small Business...
44 Graduates
Mental and Social Health Services a...
43 Graduates
English Language and Literature/Let...
41 Graduates
Computer/Information Technology Adm...
40 Graduates
Film/Video and Photographic Arts
38 Graduates
Public Relations, Advertising, and...
38 Graduates
International/Global Studies
34 Graduates
Mathematics
34 Graduates
Business Administration, Management...
33 Graduates
Health and Physical Education/Fitne...
32 Graduates
Engineering Technology, General
31 Graduates
Teacher Education and Professional...
31 Graduates
Materials Engineering
26 Graduates
Communication, Journalism, and Rela...
25 Graduates
Chemistry
24 Graduates
Construction Management
24 Graduates
Natural Resources Conservation and...
23 Graduates
Architecture
21 Graduates
Environmental/Environmental Health...
21 Graduates
Hospitality Administration/Manageme...
19 Graduates
Nutrition Sciences
19 Graduates
Political Science and Government
16 Graduates
Engineering, General
14 Graduates
Culinary Arts and Related Services
13 Graduates
Physics
11 Graduates
History
10 Graduates
Criminology
9 Graduates
Allied Health and Medical Assisting...
8 Graduates
Criminal Justice and Corrections
8 Graduates
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
8 Graduates
Public Health
6 Graduates
Audiovisual Communications Technolo...
5 Graduates
Dance
5 Graduates
Philosophy
5 Graduates
Sociology
5 Graduates
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervent...
4 Graduates
Anthropology
4 Graduates
Computer Software and Media Applica...
3 Graduates
Visual and Performing Arts, General
3 Graduates
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosc...
2 Graduates
Computer and Information Sciences,...
1 Graduates
Fine and Studio Arts
1 Graduates
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Ot...
1 Graduates
Real Estate
1 Graduates
Student Body
Undergraduate Students
15,724
Socio-Economic Diversity
22%
Part-time
11%
Students Gender
LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS
ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER
Race/Ethnicity
Geographic Density
Geographic Density
High
Unknown Location
Out Of State
In State
Foreign
Economic Diversity
36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Median Household Income
$74,533 per year
Campus Life
Housing
The students can reside on campus and 89% of Freshman Live On-Campus.
On Campus Housing Available
Yes
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus
No
Freshmen Live on Campus
89%
Undergrads in College Housing
20%
Averege Housing Cost
$8,316/year
Campus Food
The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $5,763/year.
Meal Plan Available
Yes
Average Meal Plan Available
$5,763/year
Athletes
Division Sports Nickname
Dragons
School Colors
blue and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Male Athletes
262
Total Female Athletes
208
Intramural Sports
17
Sports Club
24
Sports Team (Men)
Basketball
Crew-Rowing
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming and Diving
Tennis
Wrestling
Squash
Sports Team (Women)
Basketball
Crew-Rowing
Field Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming and Diving
Tennis
Squash
Campus Safety
24-Hour Security Patrol
Yes
Campus Emergency Phones
Yes
24-Hour Escort Safety rides
Yes
Mobile Campus Emergency Alert
Yes
The university additionally offers an on-campus housing facility for students who wish to dwell nearby. At DU, $14,241 is the normal expense for on-campus housing, which a student will be needed to pay, each year. The number of female and male students at the university are 52% and 48%, respectively.
After Graduation
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$53,400/year
Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation
$68,800/year
Typical Monthly Loan Payment
$180 - 322
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$30,475
Students Receiving Federal Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$5,594
Students Receiving State Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$3,837
Students Receiving Institutional Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$28,329
Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30K
$42,127
$30K - $48K
$41,030
$48K - $75K
$36,014
$75K - $110K
$30,975
> $110K
$25,887
Total Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$1,965,069
Total Non-Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$78,406,879
The students are required to fill the FAFSA form in order to be eligible for the financial aid provided by the university. The Drexel University federal school code is 003256.
There are various grants, aid, scholarships, loans, and work-study programs available for the students.
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The federal aids are available in the form of Pell Grant, TEACH Grant, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant, Federal Work-Study Program, Direct Loan and many more.
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The college accepts state aid in the form of Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Association Grant.
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The institutional aid is available in the form of Drexel Grant, Drexel Grad Grant, Drexel Merit Scholarship, Drexel Legacy Scholarship, Westphal Portfolio Scholarship, Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Scholarship and many more.
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The university is military-friendly too as it provides military aids in the form of Post 9/11 GI Bill, Tuition Assistance Program and many others.
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