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Drexel University

Philadelphia, PAPrivate13,233 undergradsCommon App
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Acceptance rate
79.4%
SAT middle 50%
1240–1440
ACT middle 50%
27–32
Next deadline
Nov 15
Application fee
$65

✓ From the official admissions page
Nov 15, 2026 Early Decision Decision by decisions released in mid-December · Binding 5 days left
Nov 15, 2026 Early Action Decision by decisions released in mid-December · Non-binding 5 days left
Jan 15, 2027 Regular Decision Decision by decisions released by April 1 · Non-binding 66 days left
“Early Decision Deadline Documents Due November 15 Applications due; decisions released in mid-December.”
Source: drexel.edu · checked Nov 1, 2026 · How we check

Application Common Application, Coalition Application with Scoir
Testing Test-optional: SAT/ACT scores are not required.
Essays 1 essay prompt listed on the official page
Fee $65

Programs that add a portfolio, an audition or their own steps. Check details on the linked page.

Arts and Sciences (Humanities and Social Sciences) Prerequisites: Three years of mathematics (algebra I and II, geometry); at least one year of a laboratory science Separate admission Arts and Sciences (Sciences) Prerequisites: Four years of mathematics (algebra I and II, geometry, and trigonometry or pre-calculus); two years of a laboratory science Separate admission Engineering Prerequisites: Four years of mathematics (algebra I and II, geometry/trigonometry, and pre-calculus); one year of chemistry (with lab); one Separate admission Computer Science and Software Engineering Prerequisites: Four years of mathematics (algebra I and II, geometry/trigonometry, and calculus); two years of a laboratory science Separate admission Biomedical Engineering Prerequisites: Four years of mathematics; one year of chemistry (with lab); one year of physics (with lab) preferred/suggested Separate admission Business and Engineering Prerequisites: Four years of mathematics (algebra I and II, geometry, trigonometry); two years of a laboratory science Separate admission Animation & Visual Effects; Architectural Studies; Architecture; Fashion Design; Game Desi Portfolio required (8 to 12 pieces) Portfolio Dance Audition required (live or video) Audition

Tuition & fees
$64,212
Median earnings, 10 yrs
$92,338
6-year graduation
78%
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