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Drexel University is a top global research university. It is ranked in the top 100 in the nation. It is also one of the the largest private universities in the United States of America.
Founded in 1891 by Anthony J. Drexel, a noted financier and philanthropist, Drexel University is a private research university, which has its main campus located in Philadelpia, Pennsylvania. It currently offers 70 full-time undergraduate programs, 100 masters, doctoral, and professional program. Many of their programs are also available for part-time students. Drexel University ranks number 45 among “Research Universities by Salary Potential” in the United States.
Best known for its cooperative education programs, Drexel University is regularly ranking as one of the best co-op programs in the country. This allows students to obtain up to 18-months experience in paid full-time positions prior to graduation. More than 1,600 corporate, governmental, and non-profit partners in 28 states and 25 countries participate. These include top ranking banks, corporations, law firms to include many Fortune 500 companies. Proctor & Gamble, Microsoft, and Goldman Sachs are included in this list.
Drexel University is located at 3141 Chestnut Stree, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104. As of 2014 it is ranked number 97 as a national university, has 11,901 students, an acceptance rate of 74.90%, and an annual tuition of $37,505.