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Drew University

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale Suburb: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 1,551
Religious affiliation Methodism
Student to faculty ratio 12 to 1
Acceptance rate 80%
Students retention rate 88%
On-time graduation rate 74%

Located in Madison, New Jersey, Drew University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 80% indicates that Drew University is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Drew University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 12-to-1, Drew University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Drew University boasts an impressive student retention rate of 88% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 81% and 74%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

79.7%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$42,952

Cost of attendance at Drew University in 2022 for students from New Jersey.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

New Jersey's average $14,503
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$42,952

Cost of attendance at Drew University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

New Jersey's average $25,443
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 99 of freshman students at Drew University received on average $30,371 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$30,371
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 121 35% $5,364 $649,101
Other Federal Grant 121 35% $7,748 $937,568
State Grant/Scholarships 115 34% $8,947 $1,028,858
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 340 99% $24,587 $8,359,582
Total Grant & Scholarships 340 99% $30,371 $10,326,008

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Drew University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Drew University students is 73.9%. Female students graduated at a rate of 75.5%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 71.5%.

73.9%

  • asian 85.0% 17 students
  • African American 44.7% 17 students
  • white 78.4% 163 students
  • unknown 70.8% 17 students
  • hispanic 75.0% 24 students
  • International Students 68.8% 11 students
  • Mixed Race 77.8% 14 students

Sport Conferences

  • Baseball Landmark Conference
  • Basketball Landmark Conference
  • Track and Cross Country Landmark Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Drew University provides the following additional services to its students
  • On-campus day care for students' children
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Drew University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Postbaccalaureate Recreational or avocational education

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification

Veteran Services

  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)