Drexel was recognized as one of the Top 40 U.S. Comprehensive R1 Research Universities by the U.S. Department of Education "College Scorecard".
As a Drexel Dragon, Collecting Experiences Can Change Everything
As a global leader in experiential education, Drexel’s transformative model of experiential education turns ambitious thinkers like you into impassioned doers ready to shape a new tomorrow.
Experience Change by Creating It
You are adventurous, free-thinking, and ready to make a real impact while learning on the front lines of innovation. Our signature model of experiential education, which combines world-class academics with real-world experience, is highlighted by the University’s renowned cooperative education program (co-op). Through co-op, you will gain up to 18 months of professional work experience — allowing you to grow both personally and professionally while building an enhanced résumé and discovering what you love to do before graduation.
You Can Make a Difference Right Now
Featuring more than 100 full-time majors and just as many minors, Drexel's undergraduate programs offer you diverse academic opportunities that focus on practical application through research and hands-on experience. Drexel is an R1 research institution known around the world for extensive research opportunities and interdisciplinary learning, as well as for our renowned academic and integrated civic engagement programs, meaning you can begin inspiring change as soon as you arrive.
Join Our Community, Find Your People
With a vibrant urban campus, Drexel provides a wide range of enriching experiences that allow students like you to explore, grow, and forge your own path forward. Here, you can get involved with over 250 student clubs and organizations. Regardless of wherever your interests lie, you’ll find that there's a community here for you. And the city of Philadelphia is an extension of our campus that offers Drexel students an incredible opportunity to explore its rich history, legendary art scene, thriving foodie culture, professional sports games, and more. Over 340,000 college students call Philadelphia their home; we know you'll feel at home here, too.