Melissa Pennestri

Dean, Undergraduate Admissions

Melissa Pennestri is the Dean of Undergraduate Admissions at Drexel. She spends her free time with her husband and two sons (when they make time for her).

Blogs

On the Issues The FAFSA Simplification Act at a Glance
For the 2024–2025 aid year, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) process has gone through significant changes. Read more about what's changing from Drexel's Dean of Undergraduate Admissions.
Questions and Answers The Drexel Family Portal
Learn more about the Drexel Family Portal from the Director of Undergraduate Admissions.
On the Issues Take a Moment to Celebrate
New Dragons, this is your moment to celebrate!
Why Drexel Winter Entry Program
Drexel is proud and excited to announce the launch of the Winter Entry Program!
Student Lifestyle Campus Resources: Are they for Me?
Resources are for everyone, and knowing when to ask for help and where to find additional support will set you up for college success.
Why Drexel Choosing a College During COVID-19
Follow these college search tips during this unprecedented time.
Meet The Author Meet the Author: Melissa Pennestri
Melissa Pennestri is the director of undergraduate admissions at Drexel. She spends her free time with her husband and two sons (when they make time for her).