Strong graduate outcomes — known for business
Drake University is a private institution in Des Moines with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1288, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 2.7K undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
77% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $71,901 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $30,042.
Established
1881
Motto
Veritas
Mascot
SpikeGriff II
Type
Private university
Conference
NCAA Division I
Division
Division I
64%Acceptance
1288SAT Avg
2,669Students
10:1Student:Faculty
77%Grad Rate
$71,901Earnings 10yr
$30,042Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate64.1%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1288
Reading & WritingMid: 655
610690
MathMid: 645
580700
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 28
2430
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$49,944
Room & Board$11,858
Books & Supplies$1,100
Total Cost of Attendance$62,407
Average Net Price$30,042
Median Debt at Graduation$23,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$244
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$27,372
$30–48K$25,335
$48–75K$26,358
$75–110K$32,215
$110K+$32,993
Programs (73)
Student Body
Undergrads
2,669
Gender Split
60% / 40%
Women / Men
First Generation
15%
Pell Grant Recipients
21%
Race & Ethnicity
White 71%
Black 7%
Hispanic 8%
Asian 5%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 4%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate77.3%
Freshman Retention83.9%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$58,233
8 Years$68,149
10 Years$71,901
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$66,300
Men
$72,200
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia