Compare the Drexel University Value of an Education

Is Drexel a Good Educational Value for the Money?

Determine the value of an education from Drexel to understand if you'll be paying a fair price for your degree.

Within Pennsylvania, Drexel University is Considered a Very High Quality College at an Expensive Price.

Drexel University's overall average net price combined with a very high quality education, results in a lower value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in Pennsylvania. This lands Drexel University in the #73 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in Pennsylvania.

Nationally, Great School with a High Price

The quality of education you will receive at Drexel University places it among the best in the country. However, when compared to other colleges and universities nationwide that deliver the same caliber of education, the net price to attend Drexel is higher than it should be. This has earned it a low #1,041 ranking on the Best Colleges for the Money list. While this school earns high marks for quality, you can receive a comparable education elsewhere at a better price.

The following graphic shows how the cost of obtaining a degree at Drexel University compares to other similar quality colleges nationwide.

Underpriced	Best	$136,249 - Samford University
	Good	$148,629 - University of Portland $151,206 - University of Iowa $150,835 - University of St Thomas Minnesota $152,938 - Yeshiva University $154,054 - University of Massachusetts Amherst
Average	Fair	$169,124 - Seattle University $176,041 - Baylor University $178,007 - Loyola University Maryland $189,688 - Pennsylvania State University - University Park
	Low	$239,249 - Drexel University
Overpriced	Poor

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The Total Cost for Your Degree Will Be About $239,249

On average, a bachelor's degree at Drexel University will cost you about $239,249. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $51,276 per year and an average of 4.7 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$51,276
Average Years to Graduate	4.7
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$239,249

Many Factors Affect Net Price.

How does the location of this school affect cost? You can save money by going to a school in-state, living at home or living off-campus with a roommate. Please see the net price page for additional factors, such as your family's income, that can influence the price you will pay for college.

Value Varies Depending on Financial Circumstance

The overall price of a college may vary greatly depending on your individual circumstances, thus affecting its value. Most students will not pay the full sticker price and few students fit perfectly into 'averages'. To get a sense of how value for your educational dollar might vary based on individual circumstances, look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at Drexel University. Now compare this value metric for each college you are interested in.

Nationwide Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$320,977	1,571	D
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$239,249	1,568	D
Only Students Receiving Aid	$218,817	1,569	D

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$320,977	116	D
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$239,249	116	D+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$218,817	116	D+

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Pennsylvania.

What is Value?

We calculate value by calculating average total cost (net price multiplied by time to graduation) and then compare that number to other schools of similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full methodology article for more.

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Compare the Drexel University Value of an Education

Is Drexel a Good Educational Value for the Money?

Within Pennsylvania, Drexel University is Considered a Very High Quality College at an Expensive Price.

Nationally, Great School with a High Price

The Total Cost for Your Degree Will Be About $239,249

Value Varies Depending on Financial Circumstance

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