Drake University
Drake University is a private nonprofit 4-year institution in Des Moines, IA. It enrolls about 4,504 students and admits roughly 64% of first-year applicants.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Private nonprofit 4-year |
| Control | private nonprofit |
| Level | 4-year |
| Location | Des Moines, IA 50311 |
| County | Polk County |
| Enrollment | 4,504 |
| Acceptance rate | 64% |
| Applicants / admitted | 7,741 / 4,964 |
| In-state tuition & fees | $49,944 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $49,944 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | 77% |
| Transfer-out rate | — |
| Full-time retention rate | 84% |
| Campus setting | City: Midsize |
| Size category | 1,000 - 4,999 |
| Highest degree offered | Doctor's degree |
| SAT middle 50% (EBRW+Math) | 610–690 |
| ACT middle 50% | 24–30 |
| Website | www.drake.edu/ |
| Phone | 5152712011 |
Admissions
About 7,741 students applied and 4,964 were admitted. Of those admitted, 639 enrolled.
Cost
Tuition and required fees are about $49,944 for full-time first-year students, the same for in-state and out-of-state students, which is typical of private institutions. Room and board are extra.
Outcomes
Of the 758 first-time, full-time students in the 150% cohort, 77% completed their programme within 150% of normal time. That cohort definition matters: part-time students and transfers are not included, so a college that serves many of them can have a low reported rate while still graduating most of its students.
Where it is
Drake University is in Des Moines, IA, Polk County. Its coordinates are 41.6013, -93.6522.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Drake University?
About 64% of first-year applicants are admitted, based on federal IPEDS data for 7,741 applicants.
How much does Drake University cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $49,944 for in-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend Drake University?
About 4,504 students are enrolled.