Tuition and Fees

There can be a big difference between the total cost of a college education and what you actually end up paying. Adding up tuition, fees, books, and room and board can be overwhelming, but with the right mix of financial aid, merit scholarships, and payment plans you can reduce your total cost to a workable number.

At Drexel the total cost varies depending on a student's course of study. When students select a major they choose to enroll in either a four- or five-year degree program. The four-year degree option can offer one six-month co-op experience, while the five-year option offers three six-month co-op experiences. Drexel Co-op allows students to alternate periods of classroom study with periods of full-time professional experience.

Tuition, Fees, Housing, and Meal Plan Costs

Costs vary depending upon a student's year of attendance, academic program, associated fees, housing, and meal plan. All entering resident freshmen are required to live in residence halls and participate in the meal plan for three quarters.

Costs for new students entering in the 2008–2009 academic year:

Three Co-op Option
(5 Years)
Tuition $28,500
Fees $1,970
Housing $7,275
Meal Plan $4,860
Total $42,605
One Co-op Option/No Co-op Option (4 Years)
Tuition $35,100
Fees $1,970
Housing $7,275
Meal Plan $4,860
Total $49,205

View the complete Cost Breakdown for the 2008–2009 Academic Year. For all continuing undergraduate students, tuition is equal to last year's tuition plus 4.5%.

Health Sciences Students – Students in Behavioral Health Counseling (Harrisburg Campus), Nursing Accelerated Career Entry (ACE), RN-BSN Degree Completion, and Radiologic Technology should refer to the Health Sciences Cost Breakdown for the 2008–2009 Academic Year.