Drake University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Des Moines, IA. It is classified as Doctoral / Research University by Carnegie Classification, also known as D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University). You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University) comparison page.

The Drake's 2024 tuition & fees is $49,944 for the academic year 2023-2024. 97% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $29,576.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 4,685 and the students to faculty ratio is 10 to 1 (10.00%).

Drake's acceptance rate is 64.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 13.00%. The median SAT scores is 1280 and the ACT socre is 27.

Drake ranked 2nd in Iowa Colleges rankings. Drake University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Drake University is $49,944. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $12,777.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $52,248 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $13,461.

Undergraduate$49,944
Graduate$12,777
Undergraduate$52,248
Graduate$13,461

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »64.00% Acceptance Rate / 13.00% Yield
Test Scores »1,280 SAT / 27 ACT
Graduation Rate »76%
Retention Rate83%(full-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio10.00% (10 to 1)
Student Population »4,685 (2,835 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$29,576

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Drake University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at Drake
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

Drake University Directory Information

Address2507 University Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50311-4505
Phone515-271-2011
WEBSchool's Website
AdmissionAdmission Information
Online ApplicationApply Online
Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
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AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie CategoryDoctoral / Research University
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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