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Drake University

Des Moines, Iowa, United States
University

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Acceptance Rate
64%
Completion Rate
76%
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University Overview

High-level facts that define this university.

University Name
Drake University
Location
Des Moines, Iowa, United States
Undergraduate students
2543
International Students
4%
Student-to-Staff Ratio
11:1

Student Experience

Lifestyle signals that shape daily campus life.

Cultural Environment
Friendly community
Social Life
Urban
Climate
Four seasons
Safety
7.5
City Characteristics
Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)

Fees and entry for international students

Confirmed international fee
US$54,578/yr
2027-28, across 72 courses with a confirmed fee
IELTS (overall)
6.0
most common published minimum

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Courses at Drake University

72 courses, A–Z.