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Drew University

  • B+
    Overall Grade
  • 4 Year
  • Madison, NJ
  • 506 reviews
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    B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B+
    2. Value
      A-
    3. Diversity
      A+
    4. Campus
      C+
    5. Athletics
      C-
    6. Party Scene
      C
    7. Professors
      A
    8. Location
      B
    9. Dorms
      B-
    10. Campus Food
      C-
    11. Student Life
      C+
    12. Safety
      B
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    About Drew University...
    Athletic Division
    NAIA Division III
    Athletic Conference
    Landmark Conference
    Address
    36 Madison Avenue
    Madison, NJ 07940
    Website
    drew.edu
    From Drew University

    Founded in 1867, Drew University is located on a beautiful, wooded, 186-acre campus called The Forest. Drew is a vibrant, diverse, friendly and personal university community right next to the powerhouse world capital of New York City. Our combinations of majors and programs, hundreds of internships and research opportunities, one-of-a-kind NYC semesters, numerous study abroad offerings and personal mentoring by stellar faculty guarantees purpose-driven, experience-based career readiness for every student, steeped in a connection to a lifelong, worldwide community.

    This is exemplified through Launch, our unique undergraduate experience, which ensures that every student graduates with a purpose, sought-after transferable skills, a network of mentors and an experience-based résumé. Every Drew student graduates with at least two résumé-ready applied experiences and a combination of transferable skills that work across all paths and careers. Guaranteed.

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    Drew University Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Application Deadline
    February 1
    Acceptance Rate
    56%
    SAT Range
    1030-1250
    ACT Range
    23-28
    Application Fee
    $40
    SAT/ACT
    Neither required nor recommended
    High School GPA
    Required
    Accepts Common App
    Yes

    Cost

    Net Price
    $28,876/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $35,351/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    97%

    Academics

    Professors
    A
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    10:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    No
    90%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.29 responses
    60%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.40 responses
    65%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.40 responses

    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Psychology
      42 Graduates
    • English
      33 Graduates
    • Business
      30 Graduates
    • Biology
      29 Graduates
    • Economics
      21 Graduates
    • Political Science and Government
      17 Graduates
    • Drama and Theatre Production
      15 Graduates
    • Neuroscience and Neurobiology
      14 Graduates
    • Sociology
      13 Graduates
    • Spanish Language and Literature
      13 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    1,475Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    30
    Undergrads Over 25
    0%
    Pell Grant
    33%
    Varsity Athletes
    24%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 25 responses
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    • Somewhat privileged, but also creative
      36%
    • Privileged
      24%
    • Open minded
      12%
    • The most accepting, creative people you will meet
      8%
    • At the edge of typical
      4%
    • Diverse
      4%
    • Quirky
      4%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    92%
    Poll
    86%
    of students say they don't have Greek life.42 responses
    Poll
    54%
    of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.56 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 24 responses
    Report
    • Small place where big things happen
      46%
    • Friendly
      25%
    • I hate it
      8%
    • Secluded
      8%
    • Home away from home
      4%
    • Underrated
      4%
    • Waste of time
      4%

      After College

      Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
      $52,700/ year
      National
      $33,028
      Graduation Rate
      67%
      National
      49%
      Employed 2 Years After Graduation
      90%
      National
      83%
      42%
      of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.19 responses
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      Drew University Reviews

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      There are so many things that make Drew University stand out. From the location and convenience to academic opportunities in New York City, to their amazing study abroad experiences. Drew’s very great teaching staff has added towards my learning experience and has exponentially furthered my knowledge in the field I am pursuing. It’s a choice I’m proud I made!
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      I personally enjoyed Drew University very much! I had wonderful experiences there, and everyone on the campus was incredibly friendly! Overall student life there is very good. Although I am not involved in the athletics there, I have friends who are, and they have nothing bad to say. As far as food goes, they have many options, even for those with dietary restrictions.
      Drew University is a small liberal arts college in suburban New Jersey, about 45 minutes from New York by train. The university offers a wide range of courses, from the arts to the hard sciences. Our theater department is nationally renowned, and our math department recently received a $1,000,000 gift from an alumnus to be used to hire new faculty. Speaking of faculty, they are great. Almost every professor I have worked with at Drew has taken my needs as a student into account and has gone out of their way to help me. On the other hand, the administration could be better. As well, the food is pretty awful and tuition is exorbitant, but that doesn't take away from the unique academic experience. I have learned so much at Drew and my time here has helped me prepare for grad school and beyond in more ways than I can count. I strongly suggest every high school senior at least come take a tour of Drew!