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Drake University

Des Moines, Iowa · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$58,233

Acceptance Rate

64%

Graduation Rate

77%

Annual Tuition

$49,944

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of Drake University earn a median of $71,901 ten years after entry — 33% above the national median. Acceptance rate 64.1%, average SAT score 1292, in-state tuition $49,944.

At a Glance

Total Students

2,669

Retention Rate

84%

Faculty Ratio

10

Financial Aid

47%

Median Debt

$23,000

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores

Average SAT Score

1,292

SAT Reading/Writing (middle 50%)

580–680

SAT Math (middle 50%)

530–670

ACT Composite (middle 50%)

24–29

Institution Overview

Drake University is a private, non-profit institution in Des Moines with 2,669 students. The university has a 64.1% acceptance rate and a graduation rate of 76.9%. The retention rate is 83.9%. The median debt for students is $23,000, and 47.1% of students receive financial aid.

The in-state tuition at Drake University is $49,944. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $51,837. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $58,233, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $71,901.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$52k

1 YEAR

$58k

5 YEARS

$72k

10 YEARS

Top 17% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Drake University alumni earn a median salary of $51,837. After five years, median earnings increase to $58,233, and after ten years, they reach $71,901. The median debt for Drake University graduates is $23,000. Nearly half of the students, 47.1%, receive financial aid.

Drake University has a student body of 2,669 students. The university has a 64.1% acceptance rate and a 76.9% graduation rate. The retention rate is 83.9%. The annual in-state tuition cost is $49,944.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Educational Administration and Supervision

Graduates 137 / yr
Median Salary $64,311

Law

Graduates 95 / yr
Median Salary $72,226

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Graduates 66 / yr
Median Salary $91,098

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Graduates 64 / yr
Median Salary $51,327

Marketing

Graduates 60 / yr
Median Salary $51,968

Accounting and Related Services

Graduates 57 / yr
Median Salary $65,922

Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods

Graduates 53 / yr
Median Salary $80,044

Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication

Graduates 49 / yr
Median Salary $44,492

Curriculum and Instruction

Graduates 47 / yr
Median Salary $58,730

Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions

Graduates 45 / yr
Median Salary $68,869

Finance and Financial Management Services

Graduates 42 / yr
Median Salary $62,049

Public Administration

Graduates 36 / yr
Median Salary $67,297

Journalism

Graduates 31 / yr
Median Salary $41,913

Computer and Information Sciences, General

Graduates 23 / yr
Median Salary $69,835

Student Counseling and Personnel Services

Graduates 20 / yr
Median Salary $54,800

Communication and Media Studies

Graduates 20 / yr
Median Salary $56,361

Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft

Graduates 19 / yr
Median Salary $19,613

Biology, General

Graduates 18 / yr
Median Salary $41,226

Legal Professions and Studies, Other

Graduates 5 / yr
Median Salary $29,273

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Campus Location

Des Moines, Iowa

Des Moines, IA 50311-4505

Drake University is located in Des Moines, Iowa. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Drake University has an acceptance rate of 64.1%.