Drew University

What is the accreditation of Drew University?

Drew University is institutionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Institutional accreditation applies to the university as a whole; it is distinct from any specialized approval or accreditation that may apply to a particular professional program.

For students, institutional accreditation is relevant to eligibility for federal student aid and to how other institutions may evaluate Drew coursework. It does not guarantee that another college will accept a particular course in transfer. Likewise, a student pursuing a licensed profession should check that profession's state rules and the status of the specific program, not rely on university-wide accreditation alone.

What are the admission requirements at Drew University?

First-year applicants to Drew generally apply through an undergraduate application and submit a secondary-school record. Drew considers academic performance and recommendations; SAT and ACT scores are considered when submitted but are not required under its reported admissions criteria.

Applicants should provide a high school diploma or an accepted equivalency credential, such as a GED, as applicable to their educational history. Drew's reported criteria require a secondary-school GPA and record, consider class rank and college-preparatory coursework without requiring them, and require recommendations. Applicants whose schooling was not conducted in English should review the applicable English-proficiency requirements, including whether a TOEFL score or an accepted alternative is needed.

Admission is selective rather than open: Drew admitted about 68% of first-time applicants in the reported admissions cycle. Only 14% of enrolled first-time students submitted SAT scores and 2% submitted ACT scores, so a test-score profile would represent a small, self-selected portion of the entering class. Deadlines, application rounds, and supplemental requirements can change; applicants should use the current instructions for their entry term and program.

What are the application fees and waivers at Drew University?

The reported undergraduate application fee for Drew University is $40. Applicants should confirm the charge shown in their chosen application before submitting it, particularly if they are applying to a graduate or theological program, where the process may differ.

Students for whom the fee presents a financial barrier should ask undergraduate admissions about a fee waiver and how to request it through their application route. An application fee pays for processing an application; it is separate from any enrollment deposit due after an offer of admission. Requesting a waiver before submitting a paid application is the practical way to avoid a charge that may not be refundable.

What types of ROTC programs are available at Drew University?

Drew students have a reported Army ROTC opportunity through a cooperating host institution, rather than an Army ROTC unit operated by Drew on its campus. Participation therefore requires attention to the host program's class location and schedule as well as Drew's academic requirements.

Army ROTC participation and an ROTC scholarship are separate matters: scholarship selection has its own eligibility rules, and some paths to commissioning involve a military service commitment. A student considering the program should obtain the current cross-enrollment instructions from Drew and the host Army ROTC program before building a course schedule. Students interested in Air Force or Navy ROTC should establish whether a current cross-enrollment arrangement exists rather than assume that the Army arrangement extends to those branches.

What are the requirements for transfer students at Drew University?

Drew accepts transfer applicants for fall and spring entry and generally considers coursework from other accredited institutions for transfer credit. Admission to Drew and acceptance of individual credits are separate decisions.

Transfer applicants should expect to provide official transcripts from every college attended and any other records required for their educational history. Drew must evaluate completed courses for credit, then determine how accepted credits apply to a particular major and graduation requirements. A course that transfers as elective credit may not replace a required course in the intended major.

Before enrolling, applicants should request a program-specific credit evaluation and ask how many Drew credits they must complete to earn the degree. That distinction matters especially for students changing majors, entering with extensive prior coursework, or hoping to graduate on a particular timeline. Current admissions instructions should be used for term deadlines and any program-specific conditions.

What types of study abroad programs are available at Drew University?

Drew offers international study opportunities, including faculty-led Drew International Seminars. These shorter programs provide an alternative for students who cannot fit a full semester abroad into their degree plan.

Students considering a semester-long or other approved overseas program should determine whether it is operated by Drew or by a partner, how courses will count toward their major, and which approvals are needed before departure. Program fees, travel, housing, and the treatment of institutional or federal aid can differ from an ordinary semester in Madison. Early academic advising is particularly important for majors with sequenced courses, laboratory requirements, or a planned graduation date.