Drew University's highest priority is excellence in liberal education in a changing world environment. This priority guides the planning, implementing, and evaluating of the programs and activities of the University as well as the stewardship of its varied resources. Excellence in liberal education at Drew requires scholarly, creative faculty who teach effectively and intellectually prepared students who want to learn. This excellence emphasizes the interrelatedness of learning in undergraduate, graduate and theological schools and promotes intellectual rigor and responsible citizenship, while preparing individuals for significant contributions to society. Drew University endeavors to create a distinctive environment for liberal education. Characteristics ...show more »
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| Institution Type | 4-year, Private not-for-profit |
| Special Learning Opportunities | Teacher certification Study abroad |
| Student Services | Academic/career counseling service Employment services for students Placement services for completers On-campus day care for students' children |
| Credit Accepted | Dual credit Advanced placement (AP) credits |
| Religious Affiliation | United Methodist |
| Federal Aid | Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans). |
| Degrees/Certificates Offered | Bachelor's degree Postbaccalaureate certificate Master's degree Post-master's certificate Doctor's degree - research/scholarship Doctor's degree - professional practice |
| Campus Setting | Suburb: Large |
| Disability Services Student | 8% |
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At Drew University, 97.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 86.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $19,321), and 51% receive loans ($6,034 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $10,368. Off campus it is around $10,368. Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Drew University is $34,379 per year. |
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In Fall 2009, 5,392 people applied to Drew University. Of the applicants, 74.0% were admitted (73.0% male & 75.0% female ) and 13.0% accepted (15.0% male and 12.0% female) Of the 1,739 undergraduate students at Drew University, 4.0% are part-time. A majority (96.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 53.0% of the 928 graduate students are part-time. |
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| Percent of In-State Undergrads | 53.0% |
| Full Time Retention Rate | 79.0% |
| Four-Year Graduation Rate | 66.0% |
| Six-Year Graduation Rate | 71.0% |
| Overall Graduation Rate | 76.0% |
| Admissions | |
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| Admissions Office Phone | 973-408-3000 |
| Admissions Office Email | cadm@drew.edu |
| Admissions Office Address | Drew University 36 Madison Avenue Madison, NJ 07940 |
| Admissions Website | http://www.drew.edu/cla/admissions.aspx (find financial aid info here) |
| Application Fee | $50 |
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In order to be accepted to Drew University, you should have:
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| Test Scores | |
| SAT Reading (25th Percentile) | 510 |
| SAT Reading (75th Percentile) | 630 |
| SAT Math (25th Percentile) | 500 |
| SAT Math (75th Percentile) | 618 |
| SAT Writing (25th Percentile) | 510 |
| SAT Writing (75th Percentile) | 630 |
| ACT Composite (25th Percentile) | 21 |
| ACT Composite (75th Percentile) | 27 |
| ACT English (25th Percentile) | 21 |
| ACT English (75th Percentile) | 28 |
| ACT Math (25th Percentile) | 21 |
| ACT Math (75th Percentile) | 27 |
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| Program Name | Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | Master | Doctorate |
| Area, ethnic, cultural, and gender studies | 3 | 2 | |||
| African-American/Black Studies | 1 | ||||
| Chinese Studies | 2 | ||||
| Women's Studies | 0 | 2 | |||
| Biological and biomedical sciences | 25 | ||||
| Biochemistry | 5 | ||||
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | 20 | ||||
| Computer and information sciences and support services | 2 | ||||
| Computer Science | 2 | ||||
| Education | 13 | ||||
| Secondary Education and Teaching | 13 | ||||
| English language and literature/letters | 23 | 11 | 3 | ||
| English Language and Literature, General | 23 | 11 | 3 | ||
| Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics | 17 | ||||
| Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General | 3 | ||||
| French Language and Literature | 9 | ||||
| German Language and Literature | 2 | ||||
| Spanish Language and Literature | 3 | ||||
| Health professions and related clinical sciences | 9 | 6 | 9 | ||
| Bioethics/Medical Ethics | 9 | 6 | 9 | ||
| History | 28 | ||||
| History, General | 28 | ||||
| Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities | 4 | ||||
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other | 4 | ||||
| Mathematics and statistics | 3 | ||||
| Mathematics, General | 3 | ||||
| Multi/interdisciplinary studies | 21 | 22 | 23 | ||
| Behavioral Sciences | 13 | ||||
| Mathematics and Computer Science | 0 | ||||
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 22 | 23 | |||
| Neuroscience | 8 | ||||
| Philosophy and religious studies | 15 | 5 | 4 | ||
| Philosophy | 10 | ||||
| Religion/Religious Studies | 5 | 5 | 4 | ||
| Physical sciences | 9 | ||||
| Chemistry, General | 6 | ||||
| Physics, General | 3 | ||||
| Psychology | 40 | ||||
| Psychology, General | 40 | ||||
| Social sciences | 107 | ||||
| Anthropology | 7 | ||||
| Economics, General | 50 | ||||
| Political Science and Government, General | 32 | ||||
| Sociology | 18 | ||||
| Theology and religious vocations | 0 | 78 | 60 | ||
| Bible/Biblical Studies | 3 | 4 | |||
| Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv) | 48 | ||||
| Theology/Theological Studies | 0 | 27 | 56 | ||
| Visual and performing arts | 38 | ||||
| Art History, Criticism and Conservation | 8 | ||||
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General | 16 | ||||
| Fine/Studio Arts, General | 12 | ||||
| Music, General | 2 | ||||
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