Applying for Financial Aid

We want you to be eligible for as much financial aid as possible, and here are a few steps for getting there. It is critical that you complete all necessary applications, regardless of what you think your eligibility may be.

Investing in a Drexel University Education

When applying to the University, you'll want to make sure you take all of the necessary steps to ensure that you're considered for as much financial aid as possible. This quick breakdown explains how to maximize your eligibility for Drexel need-based grant funding, as well as federal and state grants and loans.

Four Steps to Apply for Aid

Learning About Drexel's Cost of Attendance

At Drexel, we want to make sure the cost of a Drexel education is clear and that every family fully understands and takes advantage of all the financial resources available.

So how much does an investment in a Drexel education cost? Take a look at the breakdown of the average first-year costs at Drexel.

Your First-Year Costs

During your first year at Drexel, you will attend classes for three quarters: fall, winter, and spring. The enrollment plan for transfer students may be different depending on their transfer credit evaluation. Below are the estimated costs of tuition, fees, and average housing and food based on three quarters for the 2025–2026 academic year.

Tuition  $61,842
Fees  $2,420
Housing and Food  $18,831

These numbers reflect the estimated cost of attendance prior to any financial aid being applied. View a complete breakdown of the estimated cost of attendance for 2024–2025.

In the 2023–2024 academic year, Drexel offered financial support to 99% of its incoming first-year students, as well as to 97% of its transfer students entering in fall 2023 who were seeking to complete their first bachelor's degree and had not already earned a graduate/professional degree; the average scholarship and grant aid offered to first-year students was $35,631, and the average offered to fall transfer students was $29,793. These amounts include federal, state, and institutional aid.

Please note for ACE applicants: View the ACE Cost of Attendance page for information specific to the ACE program.

Cost & Affordability

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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.

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Learn about the different types of gift aid – scholarship and grants – that Drexel offers full-time undergraduate students.
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Since 1919, Drexel's world-renowned cooperative education (co-op) program has prepared our students for the future. Drexel Co-op provides professional employment experience, giving students the opportunity to explore and build a career before they enter the workforce.

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