Admission & Aid
Chart your own path into a future full of possibility. Drake University is where you’ll gain the confidence and tools to go anywhere. And it all starts with your application.
Where Bold Ideas Become Big Returns
A Drake education adds up, beginning with a culture of curiosity, extending to experiential opportunities and mentorship, and finishing with spectacular possibilities. See why we rank #1 among bachelor’s-granting institutions in Iowa for median alumni salary 10 years after enrolling, and get a snapshot of out-of-pocket tuition costs after guaranteed scholarships.
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From academics and residence life to student activities, preview our beautiful campus and life as a Bulldog in person. We offer many visit options all year round!
Take a Virtual Tour
Explore Drake’s 160-acre campus from anywhere on the globe. Our virtual tour takes you inside and around our campus landmarks, academic buildings, and other student-facing facilities and is packed with additional details about the Drake experience.
Application and Aid: Step By Step
The Drake application and admission process is easier than you may think. Our step-by-step guide will help you navigate everything from submitting your application to funding your education.
Access the Drake online application portal. There’s no fee to apply, and test scores and essays are optional.
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100% of full-time undergraduates at Drake receive at least one scholarship. Review all available awards and their eligibility criteria.
Explore All Scholarships and Grants
To be considered for need-based assistance and federal student loans, you’ll need to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®). (Available in October for the next award year.)
How to Apply for Aid
Your notification outlines the aid for which you’re eligible, including scholarships, loans, and work-study, and helps you determine how much you’ll pay.
Understanding Your Award
There’s a Drake Degree for You
No matter your life stage or aspirations, Drake offers a place to embrace your passions on your terms. Sample a bit of everything within a broad-reaching liberal arts education, customize your bachelor’s, or return to school to amplify your career.
Take the Next Step
Ready to embrace a brilliant future? Lives of impact and excellence begin here at Drake.
