Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001860
- Phone: (712) 722-6000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
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10:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
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$21,286Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Drake University (Drake)
700 7th St SE, Sioux Center, IA
Drake University is a nonprofit private college that has many degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Des Moines, Iowa, in a predominantly urban area. Approximately 5,600 students are enrolled yearly at Drake.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Legal Professions And Studies
- Public Administration And Social Services
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Education
The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken in order to be able to apply to Drake. Scores within the range of 25 - 29 on the ACT or 1110 - 1330 on the SAT are needed to increase your chances for admission. 63% of those who apply are accepted to Drake University, of which 21 percent choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.
Tuition is approximately $31,000 for the year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students may visit the school's tuition calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is estimated to be $4,900. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.
The Drake "Bulldogs" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered:
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Football (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Golf (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Rowing (NCAA Division I-AA)
Contact information, tuition information, areas of study offered, and more can be viewed on school's website at http://www.drake.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give you an idea of the candidates Drake accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Drake University is about 4,900, where graduate students make up roughly 15% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are between $43,000-$51,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- Part time students pay in the range of $1,100 to $1,300 per unit
- Some programs may have a frozen tuition rate, which means the tuition will stay the same for up to five years.
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $24,115 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 56% | $8,516 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Drake University may offer student services including:
- Online course work available
- Weekend and night classes available
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assistance to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Law Program
- Music Program
- Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Drake is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (Missouri Valley Conference)
- Track and Field (Missouri Valley Conference)
- Football (Pioneer Football League)
- Golf
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Drake University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Neuroscience (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Risk Management and Insurance (B)
- Business Administration (B, M)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Accounting (B, M)
- Finance (B)
- International Business (B)
- Entrepreneurship (B)
- Information Systems (B)
Communications and Journalism
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
- Rhetoric and Composition (B)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Pharmacy (D)
History
- History (B)
Legal Professions and Studies
- Law (D)
- Legal Studies (M)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Religious Studies (B)
- Philosophy (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B)
- International Relations (B)
- Economics (B)
- Sociology (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Drake University.
- Grand View University in Lamoni, IA (2 miles away)
- Simpson College in Iowa City, IA (16 miles away)
- Central College in Cedar Rapids, IA (36 miles away)
- Grinnell College in Des Moines, IA (45 miles away)
- William Penn University in Sioux City, IA (52 miles away)
Also, check out our college lists below, which can help students compare schools to one another:
- Review a complete list of all the Iowa colleges
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001860
- Phone: (712) 722-6000
- School Homepage