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Drake University

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Overview

Established in 1881, the Drake University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Des Moines (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Iowa. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Drake University (Drake) is a small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 4,000-4,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Drake University (Drake) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 143-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 60-69% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Drake also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Drake University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Drake University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Drake University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall sized

Selectivity

Drake University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym Drake
Founded 1881
Motto Veritas
Truth
Colours Blue and white
Mascot Spike
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University Location

Address 2507 University Avenue
Des Moines
50311-4505 Iowa
United States
Drake University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Drake University Phone Number (515) 271 2011
Drake University Fax Number (515) 271 2831
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Drake University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Drake University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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You can also explore our Guide to University Programs and Courses to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects and salary expectations for careers associated with more than 8,100 programs and courses.


Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Drake University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Drake University.



Drake University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
45,000-49,999 US$ (41,010-45,570 Euro) 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro)
International
students
45,000-49,999 US$ (41,010-45,570 Euro) 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Drake University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Drake University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 60-69% making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Drake University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Drake University's Admission Office Admission Office

2507 University Avenue
Des Moines 50311-4505
(515) 271 3181
800 443 7253

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Drake University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 4,000 to 4,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Drake University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 400 to 499 members.


Drake University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Drake University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Drake University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Drake University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Drake University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Drake University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Drake University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Drake University's Library
Drake University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 283,993 physical volumes, 8,024 physical media, 11,920 digital/electronic media and 650 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 29 full-time employees, including 13 librarians. Drake University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Drake University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the Drake University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,758 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Drake University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Drake University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Drake University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Drake University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Drake University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Drake University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Drake University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Drake University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Drake University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Drake University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education
  • Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications
  • American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs
  • National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Drake University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Drake University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of Drake University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Drake University's Facebook page review

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Drake University's X page review

YouTube YouTube

Drake University's Youtube page review

Instagram Instagram

Drake University's Instagram page review

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Drake University's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

Drake University's official TikTok channel


Free Online Courses

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