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Drexel University: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores

Drexel University admits about 79.4% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 1240–1440 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 26–32 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.

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Acceptance rate 79.4%
SAT range 1240-1440
Net price $37,529
Graduation rate 77.9%

Drexel University At a Glance

LocationPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania
TypePrivate Nonprofit
Undergraduate Enrollment13,233
Acceptance Rate79.4%
SAT Range (Reading & Writing)620-700
SAT Range (Math)620-740
SAT Range (Combined, approx.)1240-1440
Average SAT (Combined)1345
ACT Range27-32
Average Net Price$37,529/yr
Tuition (In-State)$64,212/yr
Tuition (Out-of-State)$64,212/yr
4-Year Graduation Rate77.9%
Full-Time Retention Rate89.5%
Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry$92,338
Median Debt at Completion$25,166

How Drexel University Compares

Drexel University is more selective than about 48% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.

With about 13,233 students, it is larger than about 39% of the 265 schools in this list.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Drexel University's acceptance rate?

Drexel University's acceptance rate is about 79.4%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What SAT score do you need for Drexel University?

Admitted students at Drexel University typically report a combined SAT score between 1240 and 1440 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).

Does Drexel University require the SAT?

Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check Drexel University's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.

What is the average cost of Drexel University?

The average net price reported for Drexel University is $37,529 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Figures reflect the most recent data available via the College Scorecard API — see also Drexel University's official site.