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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Los Angeles, CA

Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in CA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$18,933

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

38.8%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

N/A

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$83,438

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Los Angeles, CA. With a competitive tuition profile of $18,933, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$75,732

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.4 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$53,438

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$458,648

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$993,028

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science is $18,750.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
60.9%
39.1%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Black
34.3%
Two or more
28.3%
Hispanic
20.6%
Asian
9.9%
White
3.4%
Unknown
3.4%
International
0.0%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

2

Burglary

1

Theft

0

Assault

1

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$18,933

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$30,176
$30k - $48k$25,714
$48k - $75k$29,238
$75k+Not Reported

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$18,750
Pell Grant Recipients31.3%
Using Federal Loans68.7%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment46.4%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$11,419
Pell Grant Recipients46.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

78.6%

Success

N/A

In-State Cost

$18,933

Age 25+ Students

55.1%

Carnegie Class

Associate's: High Vocational

Working at 6yr

67 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Los Angeles (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Los Angeles (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Los Angeles

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$1,777

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$2,006

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$2,544

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Los Angeles metropolitan area.