Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA · private nonprofit
Official site ↗Admissions
| Admit rate | 79.4% |
| Applicants | 37,314 |
| Middle-50% SAT | 1230–1430 |
| Middle-50% ACT | 27–33 |
| Avg GPA | 3.75 |
| Test policy | — |
| Avg net price / yr | $38,428 |
| Grad rate | 77% |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $84,648 |
| Source | cds · 2024 |
Application requirements
| Early Decision | 2025-11-15 |
| Early Action | 2025-11-15 |
| Regular / Rolling | 2026-01-15 |
| Application fee | $65 (US) · $65 (intl) |
| Personal essay | Required |
| Writing supplement | Yes |
| Test policy | sometimes required |
| Teacher recommendations | 1 |
| Counselor recommendation | Required |
Source: Common App first-year Requirements Grid, 2025-26 cycle. Confirm on the college's site — requirements can change mid-cycle.
Supplemental essays
~500 words each.
- Reflect on your experiences, personal characteristics, and unique traits that have prepared you for the challenges and opportunities associated with your chosen major. How have these things shaped your goals, aspirations, and potential contributions to your field of study? (350-500 words)
Copied verbatim from the school's official admissions page (2025-26 cycle).