Drexel University
Philadelphia, United States • Founded 1891 • QS 2027 #771-780
Updated Oct 2026 · Source: drexel.edu
Overview
Drexel University is a private research university in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with roots in the Drexel Institute of Arts, Science and Industry, which opened in 1891 under financier Anthony J.
Drexel. It is classified R1 by the Carnegie system and enrolls roughly twenty thousand students across undergraduate, graduate and professional prograMs. The university is best known for its cooperative education model, in which students alternate classroom terms with paid, full-time work placements.
Participants can gain up to eighteen months of professional experience across as many as three co-ops before graduating, and international co-op placements are available alongside study abroad terMs. Academic life is organized into colleges and schools covering arts and sciences, business, engineering and computing, media arts and design, medicine, nursing and health professions, public health, law, education and professional studies. Online degree options are also offered.
Campus life includes more than 300 student clubs and organizations, and the Drexel Dragons compete at the Division I level as well as in club and intramural sports.
Transfer students with an associate degree may qualify for the Drexel Promise scholarship.
Location & Contact
Drexel University's campus location, postal address, and admissions contact channels are below.
Academic Details
Drexel University's academic profile in numbers is listed below.
Academic Structures
Drexel University's faculties, schools, and constituent units are listed below.
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- Antoinette Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
- Bennett S. LeBow College of Business
- Close School of Entrepreneurship
- College of Arts and Sciences
- College of Medicine
- College of Nursing and Health Professions
- Dana and David Dornsife School of Public Health
- Goodwin College of Professional Studies
- Nick Howley College of Engineering and Computing
- Pennoni Honors College
- School of Biomedical Engineering and Science
- School of Computing and Information Sciences
- School of Economics
- School of Education
- School of Engineering
- Thomas R. Kline School of Law
Programs Offered
Drexel University's programme list, with search and degree-level grouping.
331 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United States
Bachelor's Degree 92 programmes
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Master's Degree 103 programmes
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Doctorate 46 programmes
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Professional Doctorate 7 programmes
Certificate 21 programmes
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Postgraduate Certificate 62 programmes
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Scholarships in United States
Funding routes available to students in the United States are listed below.
How to apply to Drexel University
A five-step path through the application process at Drexel University.
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Find a programme that fits your goals
Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. Drexel University runs 331 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.
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Confirm you meet the requirements
Before applying to Drexel University, confirm you meet the academic, language, and document requirements for your chosen programme. International applicants should also check visa eligibility for United States.
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Assemble your application package
Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with Drexel University's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.
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Submit your application
Lodge your application through the official website (drexel.edu). Online forms are the standard route. Save your draft frequently and submit before the programme deadline.
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Contact admissions and follow up
Verify your application has been received by the admissions team. Monitor the portal for status updates, interview invitations, or document requests, and respond within the stated deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions about Drexel University
Quick answers to common questions about Drexel University.
When did Drexel University open?
Drexel University traces its founding to 1891 (approximately 135 years ago).
In which city is Drexel University?
Drexel University is based in Philadelphia, United States.
Is Drexel University public or private?
It is a private higher-education institution.
How many students study at Drexel University?
Drexel University has approximately 20,868 students.
What is Drexel University's ranking?
Drexel University is ranked QS 2027 #771-780.
How many faculties does Drexel University have?
Drexel University has 16 academic units.
How do I find Drexel University online?
The institution's website is drexel.edu.
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