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Drake University
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Annual Tuition
$49,944
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
64.1%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
76.8%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$71,901
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Drake University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Des Moines, IA. With a competitive tuition profile of $49,944, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 76.8% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Admissions Intel
SAT Score Range
ACT Score Range
Acceptance Rate
64.1%
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$199,776
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
4.8 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$41,901
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$219,234
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$638,244
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 Drake University is $23,000.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$49,944
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
* 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
83.9%
Success
76.8%
In-State Cost
$49,944
Age 25+ Students
3.3%
Carnegie Class
Doctoral/Professional
Working at 6yr
923 students
Security Benchmark
Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)
Violent Offenses
PER 100KProperty Crimes
PER 100KStats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.
Living In Des Moines
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$833
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$899
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$1,080
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 Des Moines metropolitan area.