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Why Online at Drake?
- Convenient, 100% online learning fits into your busy schedule.
- 11:1 Student-to-Faculty Ratio. Six-week terms and rolling admissions.
- Nearly 90% of Drake’s instructors hold the highest degrees in their field.
- Dedicated advisors will guide you through the entire educational experience.
More Than Just a Number
Student / Faculty Ratio
of Students Are Employed in Their Field of Study Within 6 Months of Graduation
of Students Receive Financial Aid
Alumni Worldwide
Standing Above the Rest
The following recognitions reflect the quality of Drake as an institution.
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Among the nation’s top 100 colleges for 20241
– The Wall Street Journal
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One of the top U.S. colleges for economic diversity in 20232
– The New York Times
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Ranked as a top national university for 20243
– U.S. News & World Report
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#75 in Best Value Schools for 20243
– U.S. News & World Report
Sources
- The Wall Street Journal. “2024 Best Colleges in the U.S.” Retrieved December 4, 2023, from https://www.wsj.com/rankings/college-rankings/best-colleges-2024.
- The New York Times Magazine. “The Top U.S. Colleges With the Greatest Economic Diversity.” Retrieved December 4, 2023, from https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2023/09/07/magazine/college-access-index.html.
- U.S. News & World Report. “Drake University Rankings.” Retrieved December 4, 2023, from https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/drake-university-1860/overall-rankings.