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Drake is a place where you’ll grow as a person, make life-long friendships, live in the center of a vibrant metro area, and graduate with skills that can put you on the leading edge of your chosen field. It all starts with your college application.

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First-Year Undergraduate Students (U.S.)

Top-quality, lifelong education is just part of your Drake experience. You get so much more from being a Bulldog. It all starts with your application.

  • Learn more about the undergraduate college application process
  • Explore the undergraduate student experience at Drake

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Transfer Undergraduate Students (U.S.)

No matter if you’re coming from a community college or another four-year university, Drake will help make your transfer as smooth as possible.

  • Learn more about the transfer college application process at Drake
  • Explore the transfer student experience at Drake

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International Undergraduate Students

Drake has been welcoming international students to our campus since 1886, and we look forward to welcoming you, too.

  • Learn more about the international college application process at Drake
  • Explore the international student experience at Drake

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John Dee Bright College Admission

Earn a two-year associate’s degree without any exams or lectures. You'll learn skills you will use your whole life and graduate with less debt, ready to enter the workforce or transfer to Drake’s bachelor's degree program.

  • Learn more about the John Dee Bright application process
  • Explore the programs of study available at John Dee Bright College

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Graduate Students

Get a graduate degree backed by a respected university that delivers quality in every aspect of your experience. Whether you study on campus or choose one of our online graduate programs, your Drake degree will give you a powerful edge.

  • Learn more about online graduate degree options from Drake
  • Learn more about our master’s, doctoral, and professional programs

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More Way to Become a Bulldog

Adult Learner

Add a professional credential, start a second degree, or explore a new interest.

Former Drake Student

Complete your degree at Drake University without going through the full application again.

Iowa High School Students

Gain valuable academic experience and college credit even before you finish high school.