Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA. Admissions numbers, deadlines, cost and your chances of getting in, by round.
| Location | Philadelphia, PA · Large city |
|---|---|
| Type | Private |
| Undergraduates | 13,233 |
| Acceptance rate | 70% |
| SAT (middle 50%, reported) | 1230–1430 · 41% submit |
| SAT estimated for all students | 1200–1400 |
| ACT (middle 50%) | 27–32 |
| Testing policy | Optional |
| Graduation rate | 77% |
| First-year retention | 87% |
| Student–faculty ratio | 9:1 |
| Cost of attendance | $76,835 |
| Application fee | $65 |
Application deadlines (2026–27)
- Early Decision: Nov 15, 2026
- Early Action: Nov 15, 2026
- Regular Decision: Jan 15, 2027
Most popular majors: Health professions & nursing, Business, Engineering, Visual & performing arts, Computer science.
Drexel campus map
On campus
University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, Class of 1923 Arena, Walnut Street West, Franklin Field, W. W. Hagerty Library, Fisher Fine Arts Library, Penn Museum, University of Pennsylvania, Irvine Auditorium.
Around campus
- Places to eat: Pita Chip, Han Dynasty, Allegro Pizza, Poke Burri, Callahan's Grille, Ambrosia
- Coffee: Haraz Coffee House, Molly Tea, Surreal Creamery, Starbucks, Corner Bakery, Paris Baguette
- Nightlife: Tempo, Human Robot, Grace Tavern, Cherry Street Tavern, Rodin Garden Bar
- Shops: Dr. Cycles, Blk Ivy, House of Our Own Books, Iffy Books, American Gallery Store, Design Store
- Museums and culture: Penn-Drexel Newman Center, Community Education Center, Schuylkill River Park Farmers Market, Hamilton Mansion, Fitler Square Farmers Market, West Philadelphia Community Center
- Groceries: Giant, South Square Market, Eight Brothers
- Parks: The Lawn at uCity Square, Schuylkill Banks, Highline Dog Park, 40th St Trolley Portal Gardens, Markward Recreation Center, Large Breed Dog Park
Nearest train: 37th Street, 36th Street, 33rd Street, Penn Medicine.