Des Moines, IA
68%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 3,419 |
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| Declined | + 1,540 |
| Total Received | 4,959 |
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| New York University | New York, NY |
| University of Iowa | Iowa City, IA |
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| Harvard University | Cambridge, MA |
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| SAT | 6168 |
|---|---|
| ACT | 1302 |
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Drake University, founded in 1881, is a private university. Its 120-acre campus is located in Des Moines, IA.
| Public/private | Private (nonprofit) |
|---|---|
| Campus Enrollment | 5,001 |
| Established in | 1881 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Founded Coeducational College |
| Accredited by |
• AALS (Association of American Law Schools) • ABA (American Bar Association) • ACEJMC (Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication) • ACPE (American Council on Pharmaceutical Education) • NASM (National Association of Schools of Music) • NCACS (North Central Assn. of Colleges and Schools) |
150-acre, suburban campus in Des Moines (population: 215,472). Served by air and bus; train serves Osceola (40 miles). Public transportation serves campus.
Drake University
2507 University Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50311
| Application fee | |
|---|---|
| Common application accepted | yes |
| Application deadline |
March 1 (priority deadline) |
| School has early decision program | no |
| School has early action program | no |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Recommended |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT or ACT Required of some |
68%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 3,419 |
|---|---|
| Declined | + 1,540 |
| Total Received | 4,959 |
Essay
Interview
Recommendations
Secondary school record
Standardized test scores
Character/ personal qualities
Class rank
Extracurricular activities
Minority affiliation
Particular talent/ability
Volunteer Work
Alumni/ae relationship
Geographical residence
Religious affiliation/commitment
State residency
Work Experience
Anne Kremer
Dean of Admission and Financial Aid
P: 800 44-DRAKE
F: 515 271-2831
admission@drake.edu
| Tuition | $38,916 |
| Room | $5,486 |
| Board | $4,672 |
| Additional fees | $146 |
| Books & supplies | $1,100 |
| Total | $50,320 |
|---|---|
| Average Financial Aid | - $27,171 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $23,149 |
79%
$27,171
Need-based
| Federal | $2,906,749 |
| State | $1,840,141 |
| Institutional | $28,703,536 |
| Other external | $770,138 |
| Total | $34,220,564 |
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Non-need-based
| Federal | $402,765 |
| State | $9,732 |
| Institutional | $18,571,401 |
| Other external | $517,785 |
| Total | $19,501,683 |
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Transfer applicants accepted
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Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements | College GPA: 2.00 |
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| High school transcript | Required of Some |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Required of Some |
| Interview | Recommended of Some |
| Standardized test scores | Required of Some |
| Essay or personal statement | Required of All |
Maximum transfered
84
Minimum transfers must complete
30
95%
| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 56 |
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| Countries most often represented |
China Ghana India Kenya Malaysia Zimbabwe |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
ESL program/classes Host family program International student center Other Special counselors/advisors Special orientation |
Leslie Mamoorian
International Admission
515 271-3871
leslie.mamoorian@drake.edu
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