Charles Drew University can be found in Los Angeles, CA (a large suburb). The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Master's degree is the highest degree at Charles Drew University.
The most common majors at the school are in medicine.
Charles Drew University is welcoming, and offers open admission to students who meet its minimum qualifications.
Classes at the school are less crowded than at many schools.
In 2007-2008, 368 students were enrolled in Charles Drew University. The school has a large minority student population. Older adults are in evidence at Charles Drew University, often seeking career changing education.
A lot of students at the school attend part-time.
More complete details are provided below.
Charles Drew University Of Medicine And Science
1731 E 120th St
Los Angeles, CA 90059
General Phone: (323) 563-4800
http://www.cdrewu.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support and Technology | 69 | physician assistant, nuclear medical tech, sonography and ultrasound tech, medical assistant, pharmacy tech |
| Medicine | 32 | health professions, public health, medical scientist, pre-med |
| Therapy and Counseling | 2 | substance abuse counseling |
| Science | 0 | biomedical sciences |
Number of programs and degrees for Charles Drew University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 52 | 5 |
| Bachelor's degree | 38 | 4 |
| Master's degree | 10 | 3 |
| Associate's degree | 3 | 4 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 0 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Charles Drew University had a total enrollment of 368 students (306 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 88% |
| Graduate | 12% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 8% |
| Black | 41% |
| Hispanic | 23% |
| Asian | 17% |
| Unknown | 10% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 1% |
| 20-21 | 2% |
| 22-24 | 7% |
| 25-29 | 8% |
| 30-34 | 14% |
| 35-39 | 10% |
| 40-49 | 16% |
| 50-64 | 7% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Los Angeles, California for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other California Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 7,600 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,600 |
| Books and supplies | $ 2,600 |
Financial Aid:
Charles Drew University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 1036500)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 7 | $63,661 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 4 | $45,175 | 5 | $58,547 |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 9 | $58,282 | 14 | $62,286 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
Physician Assistant
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
Medical Scientist (MS, PhD)
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
Public Health, General (MPH, DPH)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Charles Drew University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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