Drake University
Private nonprofit, 4-year
2507 University Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50311-4505
Quick Facts
2,669
Total Enrollment
64%
Acceptance Rate
77%
Graduation Rate
$58,233
Median Earnings (6yr)
$49,944
In-State Tuition
$30,042
Avg Net Price
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1288
Avg SAT Score
About Drake University
Institution Details
| Type | Private nonprofit, 4-year |
| Classification | Doctoral/Professional Universities |
| Size | 1,000 - 4,999 |
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission |
| Primary Degree | Bachelor's |
| Highest Degree | Graduate |
Location
| Address | 2507 University Avenue |
| City | Des Moines, IA |
| ZIP Code | 50311-4505 |
| County | Polk County |
President/Chief Administrator: Earl Marty Martin (President)
Programs & Degrees
Degree information not available.
Top Programs by Graduates
Admissions
Enrollment Statistics
| Total Enrollment | 2,669 |
Student Demographics
| Female | 60% |
| Male | 40% |
Race/Ethnicity
| White | 70.5% |
| Black | 6.9% |
| Hispanic | 7.8% |
| Asian | 4.9% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native | 0.1% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander | 0.1% |
| Two or More Races | 5.4% |
| Non-Resident Alien | 3.8% |
| Unknown | 0.4% |
Student Characteristics
| Age 25 and Older | 3.3% |
| Part-Time Students | 2.5% |
Test Score Ranges
| Test | 25th %ile | Median | 75th %ile |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading | 610 | 640 | 690 |
| SAT Math | 580 | 640 | 700 |
| ACT Composite | 24 | 27 | 30 |
Tuition & Financial Aid
$49,944
In-State Tuition
$49,944
Out-of-State Tuition
$62,407
Total Cost of Attendance
$30,042
Avg. Net Price
Financial Aid Statistics
| Students Receiving Pell Grants | 21% |
| Students with Federal Loans | 47% |
| Students Receiving Any Aid | 21% |
Student Debt & Repayment
| Median Debt at Graduation | $23,000 |
| Median Total Debt | $19,500 |
| 90th Percentile Debt | $38,000 |
| 3-Year Repayment Rate | 84% |
Net Price by Family Income
What families actually pay after grants and scholarships:
| $0 - $30,000 | $27,372 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $25,335 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $26,358 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $32,215 |
| $110,001+ | $32,993 |
Earnings After Graduation
Median earnings for students who received federal financial aid:
$58,233
6 Years After
$68,149
8 Years After
$71,901
10 Years After
Earnings Range (6 years after enrollment):
25th percentile: $41,441 | 75th percentile: $81,129
Earnings by Family Income Background
$54,033
Low Income
$54,772
Middle Income
$61,100
High Income
Student Outcomes
84%
Full-Time Retention
50%
Part-Time Retention
77%
Graduation Rate
Institutional Resources
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
$10,201
Avg. Faculty Salary
(monthly)
$13,252
Instructional Expenditure
(per student)
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