Regular Decision
Winter (January, 2026)
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA, US🇺🇸
Stories from students at Drexel University
Drexel University 🇺🇸
Philadelphia, US
From Mexico to the USA: How a UAE MUN Led Me to Drexel University
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by Ximena from Mexico 🇲🇽
Drexel University 🇺🇸
Philadelphia, US
Drexel University as an international student from Egypt: application journey, financial aid, and co-op opportunities
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by Mahmoud from Egypt 🇪🇬
Drexel University 🇺🇸
Philadelphia, US
Turning Childhood Dream into Reality: My Journey to Drexel University with Financial Aid
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by Sofya from Kazakhstan 🇰🇿
Drexel University 🇺🇸
Philadelphia, US
My experience at Drexel University with a full-ride scholarship
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by Kalamkas from Kazakhstan 🇰🇿
Drexel University 🇺🇸
Philadelphia, US
My journey to Drexel University with $170,000 in Financial Aid and thoughts after the 1st semester
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by damiradosm from Kazakhstan 🇰🇿
Location & Campus
Gender Distribution
Fall 2023 undergraduate% of International Students
2024-2025 undergraduateDrexel University is located in Large City of Philadelphia, PA, US🇺🇸
Admissions
Deadlines
- Early ActionFall (September, 2026)
- Early DecisionFall (September, 2026)
- Regular DecisionFall (September, 2026)
Acceptance Rate
Fall 2023 undergraduateInternational
Overall
Test Scores SAT/ACT
Test Policy for Fall 2026: SAT/ACT Required for some
SAT
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
610700
Math
620730
ACT
Composite
2733
Relative Importance of Factors in Admission Decisions
Academic Factors
| Factor | Very Important | Important | Considered | Not Considered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rigor of secondary school record | ✓ | |||
| Class rank | ✓ | |||
| Academic GPA | ✓ | |||
| Standardized test scores | ✓ | |||
| Application essay | ✓ | |||
| Recommendation(s) | ✓ |
Non-Academic Factors
| Factor | Very Important | Important | Considered | Not Considered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interview | ✓ | |||
| Extracurricular activities | ✓ | |||
| Talent/ability | ✓ | |||
| Character/personal qualities | ✓ | |||
| First generation | ✓ | |||
| Alumni/ae relation | ✓ | |||
| Geographical residence | ✓ | |||
| State residency | ✓ | |||
| Religious affiliation/commitment | ✓ | |||
| Volunteer work | ✓ | |||
| Work experience | ✓ | |||
| Level of applicant’s interest | ✓ |
Supplemental Essays
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? (maximum of 500 words)
Costs & Aid
$81,413Total Cost (On Campus)
| Estimated expenses | Academic year 2023-24 |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate tuition and fees | $60,663 |
| Books and supplies | $1,700 |
| On-campus housing | $17,550 |
| On-campus other expenses | $1,500 |
| Total | $81,413 |
Rankings
#86U.S. News Best National University Rankings 2025
#351–400Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025
#721-730QS World University Rankings 2025
Fields of Study
Students graduated in 2022-2023