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About Drexel University - College of Engineering

The College of Engineering emphasizes a combination of academic and practical experience. Graduate and undergraduate programs taught by academic and business specialists, guiding students via practical instruction in the classroom, involvement in R1 research, and their esteemed co-op programme. Located in the heart of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Drexel University is a world-class comprehensive R1 research institution and a global leader in experiential education. Drexel has always placed a strong emphasis on engineering, and today's students, staff, and alumni conduct in-depth research, use cutting-edge engineering techniques, and innovate to make the world a better place.

The rapid advances and evolving challenges in our world necessitate engineers who can think broadly, adjust quickly and act decisively. That's where Drexel University comes in; by emphasizing a combination of academic and practical experience, it focuses on enabling students to create change—in their lives and through their careers. Their students are technically skilled, flexible engineers who progress from their courses focused on the application and exploration of long-term solutions to humanity's most pressing problems.

About Drexel University - College of Engineering

The College of Engineering emphasizes a combination of academic and practical experience. Graduate and undergraduate programs taught by academic and business specialists, guiding students via practical instruction in the classroom, involvement in R1 research, and their esteemed co-op programme. Located in the heart of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Drexel University is a world-class comprehensive R1 research institution and a global leader in experiential education. Drexel has always placed a strong emphasis on engineering, and today's students, staff, and alumni conduct in-depth research, use cutting-edge engineering techniques, and innovate to make the world a better place.

The rapid advances and evolving challenges in our world necessitate engineers who can think broadly, adjust quickly and act decisively. That's where Drexel University comes in; by emphasizing a combination of academic and practical experience, it focuses on enabling students to create change—in their lives and through their careers. Their students are technically skilled, flexible engineers who progress from their courses focused on the application and exploration of long-term solutions to humanity's most pressing problems.

Available programmes

University information

Drexel Engineering will shape your global view and give you a launching pad for a career as an innovator and solution-driven engineer that can start making an immediate impact. The College of Engineering offers both undergraduate and graduate programs in a variety of engineering disciplines.

For more details, we encourage you to visit Drexel Engineering Undergraduate Admissions or Drexel Engineering Graduate Admissions for ways to get to know us and register for an information session.

To apply visit: https://drexel.edu/admissions/apply.
For scholarship opportunities please visit:  drexel.edu

Drexel runs on a quarter system, so there are options to start in some programs at any quarter - but most students start in the fall. Applications submitted or completed after the application deadline may not be reviewed for their original term and instead reviewed for the next available term.

The quarters are:

  • Fall - September to December
  • Winter - January to April
  • Spring - April to June
  • Summer - June to August

For Undergraduate applicants, you may find application deadlines and steps to apply here.

For Masters and Doctoral program applicants, visit the admissions guidelines webpage to view application deadlines and requirements by program type.

Most programs start in the fall and winter, if you are planning on applying for a spring or summer start it is recommended to contact the department.  For students interested in PhD programs, it is important to check application deadlines by program.  You may want to visit the graduate events page to learn more about our programs and sign up for an upcoming information session

General

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The College sits on Drexel University’s 74-acre main campus located in what is known as “University City.” Comprised of Drexel University, the University of Pennsylvania, and the University of the Sciences, University City is all students all the time. The area bristles with student-oriented resources, services, stores, restaurants, and urban parks.
All College of Engineering classes, dorms, research labs, and Drexel’s new, 20,000-square-foot Innovation Studio are within easy walking distance of the College. Next-door to our College is Schuylkill Yards, a future, mixed-use community of startups, established companies, artist spaces, and upscale residences. Upon completion, it will be the gateway to Philadelphia’s entrepreneurial hub.
Drexel’s College of Engineering is located on the 3100 block of Market Street, a main east-west thoroughfare in Philadelphia, one block from the city’s central passenger train station. You can get anywhere from here. New York, Boston, and Washington, DC are all within a few hours’ ride, and there is easy access to the Philadelphia International Airport.

Student life

Drexel presents students with a warm, welcoming environment built on inclusion, respect, and a strong desire to grow – both as a community and as individuals. Life at Drexel is about getting involved, doing more, and fully living the college experience. This is a vibrant place full of opportunity. A place for all students to take on any challenge while having the freedom to be themselves. With activities that include more than 300 student clubs and organizations and over 35 fraternities and sororities, along with a wide variety of visual and performing arts ensembles and attractions, Drexel is a place designed to let students explore their interests and follow the pursuits that drive them.

You can find paid internships in your subject of interest or outside of it through our renowned co-op program. Examples? Boeing and Tesla. NASA and Pfizer. The list keeps on. University City, where Drexel is headquartered, has the fastest-growing millennial population in the nation and the fourth-highest number of college students overall.

Cost of Living

Accomodation
$19,070
Food
$4,790
Transport
$1,160
Utilities
$3,670

Tuition fees

Overall Tuition Fees
Domestic
60,042 USD
International
60,698 USD

Accepted students are automatically matched to scholarship and fellowship opportunities. The College of Engineering Dean's Award, given to most master's students, is a merit-based partial scholarship. Students will be notified by email after acceptance of any additional awards and scholarships. Drexel's unique Co-op program helps students gain industry knowledge and in 2023 an average weekly salary of $1098.00. 

Scholarships

Selecting the right scholarship can be a daunting process. With countless options available, students often find themselves overwhelmed and confused. The decision can be especially stressful for those facing financial constraints or pursuing specific academic or career goals.

To help students navigate this challenging process, we recommend the following articles:

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