First-Year Student Undergraduate Admissions
You are looking for a dynamic learning environment that will help you achieve your goals. That's why Drexel may be the right place for you. Explore all of our options, which include more than 100 full-time undergraduate majors, exceptional research opportunities, studying both abroad and with community-based learning, plus a cooperative education program offering up to 18 months of professional work experience, and much more. You are ready.
Drexel First-Year Admission Process and Requirements
Take a look at Drexel's first-year application instructions to acquaint yourself with the steps to apply as well as the criteria our admissions representatives take into consideration when determining your admission to Drexel.
Students applying for first-year admission are offered the choice of applying via three admission plans: Early Decision, Early Action, or Regular Decision.
Students applying for first-year admission are offered the choice of applying via three admission plans: Early Decision, Early Action, or Regular Decision. Learn more about each option and the steps you'll need to take to complete the application process.
Early Decision
If you choose to apply for Early Decision, it means that you will apply early and receive an admission decision in mid-December. Students admitted through Early Decision are eligible for a minimum of $20,000 in merit scholarships along with consideration for need-based aid, early access to the housing application, and early access to course registration. Early Decision is binding, meaning that if you are offered admission, you must attend Drexel University and withdraw any applications submitted to other schools.
Early Action
If you choose to apply for Early Action, it means that you will apply early and receive an admission decision in mid-December. Students admitted through Early Action are eligible for a minimum of $20,000 in merit scholarships along with consideration for need-based aid, early access to the housing application, and early access to course registration. Early Action is non-binding.
Regular Decision
If you choose to apply for Regular Decision, you will receive a non-binding decision from Drexel.
Winter Entry Program
First-year students who cannot begin classes in the fall are invited to apply for our Winter Entry Program, which allows Dragons to begin their coursework in January. Students who chose this option receive the same educational experience as their classmates who started in the previous fall, including the opportunity to participate in our signature cooperative education program.
Is Drexel the Right School for You?
A college education is an investment in you and your future. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, college-educated individuals earn more and find greater economic success in their futures. In fact, Georgetown University's Center on Education and the Workforce found that bachelor's degree holders earn 84% more than those who have only earned a high school diploma. It also develops your life's infrastructure. Meeting friends and future coworkers, learning from an expert faculty of innovators at the forefront of their fields, and deciding on the right career - it all comes together thanks to our unique emphasis on experiential education, and starts as soon as your first year.
At Drexel, students build a strong foundation of knowledge by collecting experiences, helping them learn from each other as well as our faculty. Each student brings a unique perspective to our University where they leverage those experiences to find their path forward with confidence.
One piece of experiential education is our cooperative education program, known as Drexel Co-op, providing up to 18 months of real-world work experience with respected organizations from around the globe. Students can also take part in the latest research breakthroughs, expand the boundaries of the classroom by studying abroad and in Community-Based Learning, and get involved with student life activities, making new friends from around the world and enjoying everything the great city of Philadelphia has to offer. Still trying to decide what is important to you in the college experience? We asked some current Drexel students to share their experiences about searching for colleges.
If you think Drexel is right for you, then apply today!
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Still Have Questions?
Our admissions representatives can provide you with everything you need to know about your admission to Drexel. You can also contact the Office of Admissions via email at enroll@drexel.edu or phone at 215.895.2400. Finally, you can find quick answers to commonly asked questions and helpful links to additional information with our frequently asked questions.