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Founded in 1891, Drexel University is a private coeducational university located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. The 2006 edition of U.S. News and World Report ranks the undergraduate engineering program of Drexel 57th in the country.
Drexel offers a variety of degrees and programs through its three schools and nine colleges. The Drexel University's campus is divided into three parts:
Sports teams at Drexel are known as the Dragons. They participate in the NCAA's Division I, the Colonial Athletic Association, and the Middle Atlantic Intercollegiate Sailing Association.
WKDU is Drexel's student-run FM radio station and The Triangle is the University Newspaper.
The school students most commonly major in a field related to design, medicine, engineering, and computer science and engineering.
Drexel does not accept everyone who applies. In 2007-2008, SAT verbal scores of half of students were 540 to 630. Three-fourths of students accepted in 2007-2008 had SAT math scores of 570 or more.
Drexel offers tenure to reward and retain some professors. Salaries for full-time faculty at the school are higher than most, allowing the school to afford quality teaching.
In 2007-2008, Drexel had 20,682 enrolled students.
Student athletes at the school belong to the Colonial Athletic Association for major sports.
More complete details are provided below.
Drexel University
3141 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19104
General Phone: (215) 895-2000
http://www.drexel.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 894 | business, business and related services, finance, managerial economics, accounting |
| Engineering | 747 | mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering, biomedical engineering, architectural engineering, chemical engineering, engineering management, materials engineering, ... |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 495 | registered nursing, nurse anesthetist, EMT paramedic |
| Liberal Arts | 440 | library science, general studies, technical and business writing, English language and literature, area studies, history, anthropology, humanities, ... |
| Medicine | 398 | medicine, public health, medical preparatory, neuroscience, pre-veterinary |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 389 | information science, computer science, computer engineering, web design, computer services management, software engineering |
| Science | 321 | biology, biological and biomedical sciences, biomedical sciences, chemistry, physics courses, epidemiology, microbiology and immunology, science and society, ... |
| Medical Support and Technology | 191 | physician assistant, radiation therapist, health service and sciences, clinical and medical lab science, medical lab assistant, comparative animal medicine, pathology assistant, medical coding |
| Therapy and Counseling | 175 | psychology, physical therapy, substance abuse counseling, marriage and family therapy, clinical psychology |
| Design | 159 | interior design, design and applied arts, fashion design, graphic design |
| Education and Teaching | 158 | teacher education and development, higher education administration, education courses |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 79 | rehabilitation, nutrition sciences, alternative medicine, sports and fitness management |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 42 | forensic science, criminal justice and administration |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 41 | cinematography, photography |
| Medical Administration | 37 | health care administration, public health education |
| Architecture and Planning | 36 | architecture |
| Music | 34 | music management |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 33 | environmental science, natural resources management |
| Mathematics | 30 | mathematics |
| Hospitality | 22 | hospitality administration |
| Media | 16 | radio and television, communication and journalism |
| Art Studies | 9 | arts management |
| Engineering Technician | 6 | engineering technology |
| Cooking and Culinary Arts | 5 | chef training |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 5 | playwriting and screenwriting |
Number of programs and degrees for Drexel in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 2,488 | 55 |
| Master's degree | 1,652 | 52 |
| Doctor's degree - professional practice | 272 | 2 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 148 | 5 |
| Doctor's degree - research/scholarship | 121 | 22 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 44 | 6 |
| Associate's degree | 30 | 3 |
| Post-master's certificate | 6 | 2 |
| Doctor's degree - other | 1 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Drexel had a total enrollment of 20,682 students (17,983 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 59% |
| Women | 41% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 62% |
| Graduate | 38% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 59% |
| Black | 9% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 11% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 11% |
| (Foreign Students) | 7% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 18% |
| 20-21 | 20% |
| 22-24 | 22% |
| 25-29 | 18% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 42% |
| New Jersey | 25% |
| (International Students) | 8% |
| New York | 7% |
| Maryland | 5% |
| Connecticut | 2% |
| Massachusetts | 2% |
| Virginia | 2% |
| California | 1% |
| Delaware | 1% |
| State unknown | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 83 % |
| Part-Time | 54 % |
Drexel offers campus housing for 3,798 of its 17,983 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Pennsylvania Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 21,454 | 14,621 | 68% | 2,577 | 18% |
| Men | 10,771 | 7,725 | 72% | 1,515 | 20% |
| Women | 10,683 | 6,896 | 65% | 1,062 | 15% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 540 | 630 |
| SAT Math | 570 | 660 |
| ACT Verbal | 22 | 28 |
| ACT Math | 23 | 29 |
| ACT Composite | 23 | 28 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 91% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 17% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 30,440 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 30,440 |
| Room and board | $ 12,135 |
| Room charge | $ 7,275 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,860 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,800 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,750 |
Financial Aid:
Drexel participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 325600)
Drexel has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 295 | 101 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 131 | 90 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 312 | 300 |
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 | 9 | $178,706 | 4 | $182,523 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 7 | $112,087 | 8 | $118,971 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 5 | $105,337 | 17 | $93,837 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 50 | $78,300 | 114 | $77,003 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 71 | $96,263 | 143 | $84,304 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 136 | $133,681 | 26 | $127,714 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 107 | $103,412 | 55 | $91,780 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 83 | $90,588 | 61 | $85,433 |
| Instructor | academic year | 109 | $58,650 | 79 | $56,135 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 435 | $99,212 | 221 | $81,514 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Colonial Athletic Association |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 134 | 119 | 253 |
| Basketball | 14 | 13 | 27 |
| All Other Sports | 120 | 106 | 226 |
ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING
Architecture (BArch, BA/BS, MArch, MA/MS, PhD)
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
Business/Commerce, General
Business/Managerial Economics
Finance, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer Science
Computer Software Engineering
Computer/Info Tech Services Administration & Management, Other
Information Science/Studies
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
Natural Resources Management and Policy
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
Culinary Arts/Chef Training
DESIGN
Design and Applied Arts, Other
Fashion/Apparel Design
Graphic Design
Interior Design
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Playwriting and Screenwriting
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, Other
Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Subject Areas, Other
ENGINEERING
Architectural Engineering
Biomedical/Medical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering, General
Civil Engineering, Other
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering, Other
Engineering/Industrial Management
Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering
Materials Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Engineering Technology, General
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
Anthropology
Area Studies, Other
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other
General Studies
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Library Science/Librarianship
Political Science and Government, General
Technical and Business Writing
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
Radio and Television
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
Public Health Education and Promotion
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science and Allied Professions, Other
Comparative and Laboratory Animal Medicine (Cert, MS, PhD)
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Pathology/Pathologist Assistant
Physician Assistant
MEDICINE
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other
Medicine (MD)
Neuroscience
Pre-Veterinary Studies
Public Health, General (MPH, DPH)
MUSIC
Music Management and Merchandising
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Nurse Anesthetist
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Alternative and Complementary Medicine and Medical Systems, Other
Nutrition Sciences
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, Other
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Cinematography and Film/Video Production
Photography
SCIENCE
Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other
Biological and Physical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biomedical Sciences, General
Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences, Other
Chemistry, General
Epidemiology
Microbiological Sciences and Immunology, Other
Pathology/Experimental Pathology
Physics, Other
Physiology, Pathology, and Related Sciences, Other
Science, Technology and Society
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Forensic Science and Technology
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Clinical Psychology
Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Drexel Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 7% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in design (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, navy, air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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