“A Phi Beta Kappa liberal arts university minutes from New York City, where global ambition meets intimate academic excellence.”
Drew University is a private, Phi Beta Kappa liberal arts university located on a 186-acre wooded campus in Madison, New Jersey, just 25 miles west of New York City. Founded in 1867 as a Methodist seminary and expanding to a full liberal arts college in 1928, Drew has built a reputation for rigorous academics, an intimate learning environment, and a uniquely global student body. The university comprises the College of Liberal Arts, the Drew Theological School, and the Caspersen School of Graduate Studies, giving undergraduates access to a rich ecosystem of scholars and intellectual traditions across disciplines. Drew stands out nationally for its extraordinary international diversity, consistently ranking among the top 20 baccalaureate colleges in the United States for international student enrollment. With international students making up approximately 19% of the student body and representing countries including China, South Korea, Zimbabwe, and India, Drew offers a genuinely multicultural campus experience rarely found at institutions of its size. The university offers more than 40 BA and BS degrees, 60+ minors, 19 dual-degree programs with partner institutions, 17 pre-professional tracks, and six unique New York City semester programs that place students directly in the professional and cultural heart of one of the world's great cities. The Madison campus features Collegiate Gothic and neoclassical architecture nestled within a beautiful wooded setting in a thriving small-town community. Students enjoy 90+ clubs and organizations, 25 NCAA Division III varsity sports teams, and a vibrant performing arts scene. With 90% of students living on campus and housing guaranteed for all four years, Drew cultivates a tight-knit residential community where intellectual life, creativity, and cross-cultural friendship flourish. The proximity to New York City amplifies every aspect of the Drew experience, from internships and industry connections to arts, culture, and global careers.
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Official SourceEarly Decision
Binding; priority merit scholarship consideration
Early Action
Non-binding; early review for merit scholarships
Early Decision II
Binding; second round ED for committed students
Regular Decision
Notification by late March / early April
The deep admissions playbook beyond the headline acceptance rate — round-by-round breakdowns, nationality data, requirements, and contact paths.
Tuition & Fees (All Students)
$49,100
/yr
Beyond the sticker price — every named scholarship, the financial aid policy, need-aware notes, and a personalized net-cost estimate.
How life on campus actually feels — clubs, sports, traditions, housing realities, and how the school integrates with its city.
The undergraduate heart of Drew, offering 40+ BA and BS degrees, 60+ minors, and rich interdisciplinary study in the arts, sciences, humanities, and social sciences.
One of the oldest Methodist theological seminaries in the US, offering graduate degrees in ministry, theology, and religious studies.
Graduate programs across education, humanities, and professional fields, with connections to Drew's liberal arts tradition and the New York metro area.
Seventeen structured pre-professional tracks in medicine, law, business, education, and more, supported by dedicated advising and career services.
Six immersive semester-long programs placing students in NYC settings across arts, policy, finance, health, and more, leveraging Drew's proximity to the city.
4 years
Drew's most popular major, integrating management, marketing, finance, and economics with access to NYC internships and the Wall Street Semester program.
4 years
Rigorous pre-health preparation with laboratory research and strong advising support for medical, dental, and health professional school applications.
5 years
Drew offers 19 dual-degree partnerships, including engineering programs with Columbia, Washington, and Stevens, allowing students to earn two degrees from two institutions.
Where alumni go after graduation — top industries, grad-school continuation, and the qualitative outcomes story.
Sticker price (annual, out-of-state): $47,100
Net-cost estimate is US-resident-only — international applicants are typically excluded from need-based aid at most schools and should treat the sticker price as the planning baseline.
