Drexel University
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · Private
Drexel University admitted 70% of 38,030 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1260–1430 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 77% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Drexel University
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Application deadlines
Drexel University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early decision
- November 15, 2026
- Early action
- November 15, 2026
- Regular decision
- January 15, 2027
The application fee is $65, and Drexel University accepts the Common App fee waiver. Drexel University asks for the Common App personal essay, one teacher recommendation, and a counselor recommendation. For financial aid it uses the FAFSA and the CSS Profile.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Drexel University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Early decision applicants were admitted at 78% (234 of 299), compared with 70% for all applicants.
Drexel University offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.
Early applicants often include recruited athletes and students with stronger applications, so the gap overstates how much applying early helps one student.
What admissions weighs
How Drexel University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- Class rank
- GPA
- Test scores
Important
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Character
Considered
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- First generation
- Legacy
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Not considered
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.79 GPA. 32% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $81,413 a year. After grants, students paid $42,342 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Drexel University’s acceptance rate?
Drexel University admitted 70% of applicants: 26,583 of 38,030 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Drexel University’s early decision deadline?
For 2026–27, early decision is due November 15, 2026, early action is due November 15, 2026, and regular decision is due January 15, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Drexel University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1260 to 1430, with a median around 1350. A score at or above 1350 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Drexel University’s application fee?
The application fee is $65 for 2026–27, and Drexel University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
What does Drexel University require?
Besides the application and transcript, Drexel University asks for the Common App personal essay, one teacher recommendation, and a counselor recommendation.
Does Drexel University have supplemental essays?
No. Drexel University has no supplemental essays for 2026–27. You send only the Common App personal essay.
Does Drexel University require the CSS Profile?
Yes. Drexel University uses the CSS Profile for financial aid, along with the FAFSA.
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