BS/MD PROGRAM · CDS 2024-2025
Drexel University — BA/BS+MD Early Assurance with Lehigh and other partners
Philadelphia, PA 15,135 undergrad Updated 2026-04-22
BS/MDEarly Assurance
Accept
74.5%
Yield
12.5%
Test
Optional
Academic Profile · CDS C9 / C11
The numbers a parent will ask about first.
SAT Total (mid 50%, computed)
1300–1480
SAT EBRW (mid 50%)
640–720
SAT Math (mid 50%)
660–760
ACT Composite (mid 50%)
28–33
GPA
Not reported
GPA NOTEDrexel does not publish average GPA, but 92% of enrolled first-year students were in the top half of their high school class.
METHODTotal SAT range is computed by summing the reported EBRW and Math mid-50% ranges from the school’s CDS (Section C9). Use as an approximation — a student’s actual total places them within, not at, the summed endpoints.
Decision Plans · CDS C1 / C21
When and how the school reads applicants.
| Plan | Deadline | Accept rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| ED | Nov 1 | — | ED: Nov 1 |
| EA | Nov 1 | — | EA: Nov 1 |
| RD | Jan 15 | — | RD: Jan 15 |
Cost & Aid · CDS H Series
What it costs and what families actually pay.
Tuition
$63,078
Total COA
$87,896
Avg need-based aid
$34,523
Avg merit award
$26,653
Net price after avg need aid
$53,373
Drexel BA/MD meets 72% of demonstrated need on average.
Named merit programs
Drexel Merit Scholarship
$10,000 – $35,000 / yr (renewable)
Competitive
Awarded to incoming first-year and transfer students based on superior academic performance.
AP Impact Calculator
What the student's APs are actually worth here.
Drexel BA/MD's AP Policy
Drexel awards 3-8 credits per AP exam with a score of 4 or 5, with a maximum of 32 AP credits toward graduation.
Min score
4
Credit cap
32 credits
Mode
Credit + placement
Per-score grid
Exam-level
Add the student's APs
No APs selected. Click Add AP exam to start, or use the sample profile to see what a strong student might recover.
What They Value · CDS C7
Every CDS factor, weighted exactly as the admissions office files it.
- Rigor of secondary school recordVery Important
- Class rankConsidered
- Academic GPAImportant
- Standardized test scoresImportant
- Application essayImportant
- Recommendation(s)Considered
Mission & Narrative
What this school says it is — in their own words.
Drexel University is an urban research university that integrates education, scholarship, diverse partnerships, and our global community to address society’s most pressing challenges through an inclusive learning environment, immersive experiential learning, external partnerships, transdisciplinary and applied research, and creative activity. We prepare graduates of diverse backgrounds to become purpose-driven professionals and agents for positive change.
Distilled Themes
Experiential learningTransdisciplinary researchGlobal engagementCommunity partnershipsInnovation and entrepreneurship
The Coach's Read
What 'what they value' actually means at the table.
- 01Drexel values hands-on experience and practical skills, so they want to see students who have actively engaged in their interests through co-ops, internships, or other work experiences.
- 02They prioritize students who are purpose-driven and can articulate a clear vision for their future career path.
- 03A strong academic foundation, particularly in the context of a rigorous high school curriculum, is essential for success at Drexel.
- 04The university seeks students with strong character and personal qualities who will contribute positively to the campus community.
Application Targets
What a strong application here should signal.
- 01Demonstrate a strong academic record, particularly in science and math coursework, to meet the program's rigorous standards.
- 02Show a genuine and sustained interest in medicine through extracurriculars, volunteer work, or clinical exposure.
- 03Write a compelling application essay that articulates a clear and mature understanding of a career in medicine.
- 04Secure strong letters of recommendation that speak to your academic potential and personal character.
Quiet Disqualifiers
Things that hurt applicants here, even when they look fine on paper.
- A lack of demonstrated interest in the chosen field of study, as Drexel values purpose-driven students
- Generic essays that do not reflect a genuine interest in Drexel's specific programs and opportunities
- A purely academic focus without evidence of engagement in extracurricular or work experiences, which are highly valued
Signature Programs
Where this school is genuinely best-in-class.
EngineeringBusinessNursingBiomedical EngineeringEntrepreneurshipEntertainment & Arts Management
BS/MD Detail
Accelerated medical track specifics.
BA/BS+MD Early Assurance Program; Drexel University College of Medicine; 8 years; Not specified, but a 'select number of students' are invited for an interview; Not explicitly mentioned, but early assurance suggests the MCAT might be waived or have a lower threshold; A minimum 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 weighted scale is required for consideration.
Application calendar
Every date the family needs to know.
Deadlines & Decision Dates · 2025-2026
Family deadline matrix
Plan
Deadline
Decision release
Early Decision I
Binding
Decision released mid-December
Nov 15, 2025
→ Dec 15, 2025
Early Action
Non-binding
Decision released mid-December
Nov 15, 2025
→ Dec 15, 2025
Regular Decision
Non-binding
Jan 15, 2026
→ Apr 1, 2026
Early Decision II
Not offered
—
Restrictive Early Action
Not offered
—
Rolling Admission
Not offered
—
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CDS C7 · Level of applicant's interest
Does effort toward this school move the needle?
Demonstrated Interest·CDS C7 (2024-2025)
TrackedWeight: Considered
Drexel University considers applicant's interest in its admissions decisions, as stated in the 2024-2025 Common Data Set.
Coach action
Encourage students to participate in an interview, highlight relevant experiences, and convey their interest in Drexel throughout their application.
Provenance