Drexel University College of Medicine
#70 in Best Medical Schools
#4 in Largest Medical Schools
#25 in Oldest Medical Schools
Founded in 1848, Drexel University College of Medicine is a Private (not-for-profit) school located in Philadelphia, PA.
Drexel University College of Medicine is ranked 70th in Best Medical Schools, 4th in Largest Medical Schools, and 25th in Oldest Medical Schools.
The following statements briefly introduce Drexel University College of Medicine along with key academic facts.
- The average MCAT Score of enrolled students at Drexel University College of Medicine is 511 - the average MCAT score of U.S. medical schools is 512.
- The average GPA of enrolled students at Drexel University College of Medicine is 3.66 - the average GPA score of U.S. medical schools is 3.77.
- The 2024 tuition & fees at Drexel University College of Medicine is $67,590 - the average medical school tuition is $61,203.
- The acceptance rate* at Drexel University College of Medicine is 1.92% - the average acceptance rate of U.S. medical school is 3.97%.
- Total 1,236 medical school students have enrolled to Drexel University College of Medicine for the academic year 2023-2024.
*The acceptance rate: percentage of applicants who are enrolled finally.
2024 Drexel University College of Medicine Tuition & Fees
The 2024 tuition at Drexel University College of Medicine is $67,590. The 2024 tuition & fees is increased by 4.95% compared to the previous year rate (2023). Drexel University College of Medicine's tuition is 3.26% higher than average tuition of U.S. medical schools and 1.2% lower than average tuition of Pennsylvania medical schools.
The medical school tuition differs and more expensive than the regular undergraduate and graduate programs. The average undergraduate program tuition & fees at Drexel University is $60,663. The average graduate schools tuition & fees other than medical school is $37,074.
The average living costs including room & board and transportation costs is $24,686 and the personal miscellaneous expenses is $2,310.
| Drexel University College of Medicine Tuition & Fees | $67,590 |
|---|---|
| U.S. Private Medical School Average | $65,457 |
| Pennsylvania Private Medical School Average | $68,386 |
| Living Costs | $24,686 |
| Miscellaneous expenses | $2,310 |
| Books & Supplies | $1,250 |
| Undergraduate Program | $60,663 |
| Graduate Program | $37,074 |
4-Year MD Program Total Costs
The tuition for MD program varies by medical years depending on mandatory fees and required course works. The estimated COA (cost of attendance) for the standard four(4) years MD program at Drexel University College of Medicine is $372,085 based on the current tuition rate.
The COA includes the costs for tuition & fees, room & board, transportation, books & supplies, and other personal miscellaneous expenses. The following table summarizes medical school costs for four(4) years by year and cost item.
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | 4 Years Estimation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | $64,405 | $64,370 | $64,370 | $64,370 | $257,515 |
| Room & Board / transportation | $22,950 | $25,246 | $29,454 | $24,686 | $102,336 |
| Books & Supplies | $1,250 | $300 | $500 | $250 | $2,300 |
| Miscellaneous Expenses | $2,310 | $2,542 | $2,772 | $2,310 | $9,934 |
| COA | $90,915 | $92,458 | $97,096 | $91,616 | $372,085 |
MCAT & GPA Scores
The average MCAT score of enrolled students at Drexel University College of Medicine is 511. Compared to the average MCAT of all medical schools, the MCAT score of Drexel University College of Medicine is around average of U.S. medical schools (the average score is 512).
The average GPA is 3.66 and it is lower compared to other medical schools (the average GPA is 3.77).
| 2024 | |
|---|---|
| MCAT - Drexel University College of Medicine | 511 |
| U.S. Medical Schools | 512 |
| Pennsylvania Medical Schools | 513 |
| GPA - Drexel University College of Medicine | 3.66 |
| U.S. Medical Schools | 3.77 |
| Pennsylvania Medical Schools | 3.78 |
Acceptance Rate & Yield
The 2024 acceptance rate at Drexel University College of Medicine is 1.92% where 15,847 applicants have applied to and 304 students have accepted and finally enrolled to school.
The acceptance rate at Drexel College of Medicine is much lower (extremely difficult to get in) compared to other medical schools in united states (the average acceptance rate is 3.97%). Note that the acceptance rate means the percentage of applicants who are accepted and enrolled (not just accepted).
| Total | Residency | Gender | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | Other State | Men | Women | ||
| Applicants | 15,847 | 1,078 (6.8%) |
14,769 (93.2%) |
6,719 (42.4%) |
9,049 (57.1%) |
| Enrolled | 304 | 99 (32.6%) |
205 (67.4%) |
132 (43.4%) |
172 (56.6%) |
| Acceptance Rate | 1.92% | 9.20% | 1.39% | 1.97% | 1.90% |
| U.S. Medical Schools | 3.97% | 11.88% | 1.26% | 3.93% | 4.02% |
| Pennsylvania Medical Schools | 1.98% | 6.83% | 1.44% | 1.96% | 2.00% |
New Students and Total Enrollment
For the academic year 2023-2024, total 304 first-time students have enrolled in Drexel University College of Medicine.By residency, 32.6% of new students is Pennsylvania residents and 67.4% of enrolled students from other States. By gender, 56.6% of enrolled students is women and 43.4% is men students.
A total of 1,236 students have enrolled to Drexel University College of Medicine. By gender, there are 548 male and 688 female students at Drexel University College of Medicine.
| 2024 | |
|---|---|
| Total Enrollment | 1,236 |
| Men Students | 548 |
| Women Students | 688 |
| First-time Students | 304 |