Des Moines, IA | drake.edu

Drake University is recognized as one of the finest institutions of higher learning in the Midwest. A mid-sized, private university in Des Moines, IA, we offer the benefits and resources of a larger institution along with the advantages of intimate class sizes and close personal relationships.

Drake’s test of leadership centers on the question, “What matters most?” The answer is not new buildings, or enhanced aesthetics, or improved curriculum and processes—although you can find all of those important things on our campus. The answer to “What matters most?” for our leaders is “student achievement and success.” Drake’s leaders are committed to using whatever means necessary to continually strengthen the University’s ability to help students achieve and succeed.

Representatives

Carmen Neely
She/Her/Hers
Assistant Director, Regional Admission
(515) 271-3970 carmen.neely@drake.edu

Details

Institution Type
Private 

Campus Setting
Urban

Closest Airport (Distance)
DSM (6 mi)

Enrollment (Undergrad / Total)
2,900 / 4,800

Average Class Size
21

Student-to-Faculty Ratio
11:1

Student Population
(Out of State / Diverse / Intl)
60% / 32% / 5%

Athletics Division
Division I

Athletics League
Pioneer Football League and Missouri Valley Conference

Average ACT / SAT
26 / 1270

Average GPA
3.6

GPA Consideration (W or UW)
Admission: Weighted
Scholarships: Weighted

Applications / Admits (Admit Rate)
9,700 / 6,200 (64%)

Deposits
620

Applications Accepted
Common App
University-Specific App

Application Information

Test Optional? Yes

Demonstrated Interest? Sometimes

Rolling Admission? Yes

Admission Interview? Optional

Need-blind Admission? Yes

WUE Tuition Exchange? No

CA Specific Scholarships? No

Freshman App Deadlines
Early Decision-Dec 1st, Regular Decision-March 1st

Transfer App Deadline
Fall: July 1
Spring: Dec 1

Merit-Based Scholarship Consideration is Evaluated From
The Admission Application

Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Freshmen
No deadline - guaranteed to all admitted students

Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Transfers
No deadline - guaranteed to all admitted students

Link to Scholarship Info
https://www.drake.edu/admission/first-yearstudents/costsfinancialaid/scholarships/

Points of Pride

1. . The class of 2021 had an accomplishment rate of 98.7%! Almost all of Drake’s grads were employed or continuing their education within 6 months of graduating.

2. 31% of graduates participated in a study abroad program. Drake is ranked 17th in the country for study abroad opportunities for private schools.

3. . 80% of Drake undergraduates engage in community service by the time that they graduate.