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Fields of Study
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Arts and Sciences
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Business
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Education
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Journalism and Mass Communications
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Law
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Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Good to Know
Drake University is a private university in Des Moines, Iowa. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs, including professional programs in business, law, and pharmacy. Drake's law school is among the 25 oldest in the United States.
Rankings
137
(National U)
Location
Des Moines, IA
Personal Statement
Optional
Freshmen applicants who do not submit SAT/ACT scores must choose to either submit a personal essay or complete an admission interview
English Proficiency
71
TOEFL
6.0
IELTS
105
DET
Intakes
Fall: August
Spring*: January
Summer*: May
*Transfer students only
Enrollment
2,811
Acceptance Rate
69%
Application Method(s)
Athletic Training, Occupational Therapy, and Pharmacy transfers have different application methods, click here for more info
Fees
$61,972
Total
$49,466 / $12,506
Tuition / Living
SAT / ACT
Optional
(Freshman)
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Not required
(Transfer)
Scholarship
Deadlines
Freshman
Fall:
December 1 (Early Action)
March 1 (Regular)
Transfer
Fall:
July 1
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Spring:
December 1
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Summer:
April 15
updated August 2023