Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
77.53%
SAT Average
1,337
ACT Range
27-33
Drexel University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 77.53%. This means approximately 775 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 13,509 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
77.53%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $60,663 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $60,663 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $75,167 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $38,428 | State avg: $20,881. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 25.16% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 49.09% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Drexel University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$60,663
Room and board
$17,550
Books and supplies
$1,700
Other expenses
$1,500
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$75,167
Average net price
$38,428
Average aid coverage
49%
$36,739 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Drexel University pays approximately $38,428 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Pennsylvania average of $20,881 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Drexel University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Pennsylvania and national averages.
Drexel University net price
$38,428
Pennsylvania average
$20,881
National average
$17,506
Drexel University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $60,663 and average net price at $38,428. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$60,663
Current net price
$38,428
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
77.12%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$84,648
Undergraduates
13,509
10-Year Median Earnings - Drexel University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Drexel University graduates earn about 1.9x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Drexel University?
Undergraduates
13,509
Completion rate
77.12%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
25.16%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
49.09%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 25.16% of Drexel University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 49.09% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Drexel University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Drexel University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Drexel University lists Middle States Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Drexel University is listed at 3141 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Drexel University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drexel University | 77.53% | $60,663 | $38,428 | $84,648 |
| Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine | Not available | Not available | Not available | $138,767 |
| Carnegie Mellon University | 11.40% | $63,829 | $31,671 | $114,862 |
| University of Pennsylvania | 5.87% | $66,104 | $31,229 | $111,371 |
| Lehigh University | 29.26% | $62,180 | $33,549 | $105,584 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Drexel University's acceptance rate?
Drexel University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 77.53%.
How much is Drexel University tuition?
Drexel University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $60,663.
What is Drexel University's average net price?
Drexel University's average net price in the local dataset is $38,428.
What does Drexel University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $27,737 for Drexel University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Drexel University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $84,648 for Drexel University.
Is Drexel University accredited?
Drexel University's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Drexel University?
The local dataset lists 13,509 undergraduate students at Drexel University.
What percentage of Drexel University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Drexel University in the local dataset is 25.16%.
What is the federal loan rate at Drexel University?
The federal loan rate for Drexel University in the local dataset is 49.09%.
Where should I verify Drexel University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Drexel University or the latest official federal education data.