Admissions Overview
The admission process at Drake University has a 67% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Drake University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
67%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
8,621
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
13%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Drake University has a 67% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Drake University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
High School Class Rank
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Drake University. About 16% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,110 to 1,340. Additionally, about 36% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 25 to 30.
SAT Scores
16% of students submitted400
1600
1110 – 1340
200
800
560 – 670
200
800
550 – 670
ACT Scores
36% of students submitted1
36
25 – 30
1
36
24 – 32
1
36
23 – 30
Admission Statistics
8,621 students applied to Drake. Of those, 67% were accepted (5,796 students). Of these 5,796 accepted students, 733 chose to enroll.
8,621
Total Applicants
5,796
Students Admitted
733
Students Enrolled
67%
Acceptance Rate