Drexel University

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

$65,889

For the 2023-2024 academic year: The average cost of attendance of an international student (Tuition Cost + Living Expenses) for graduate students is $65,889.

Drexel University is an academically comprehensive and globally engaged Top R1 Research Urban University. Founded in 1891, the university has built its reputation on its core achievements like research, history and cooperative programs. The university is ranked among the Top 100 nationally with over 22,000 students providing international students a vibrant introduction to American culture while honoring the contributions of all cultures. The College of Engineering is listed in the U.S. News & World Report as #97 in Best Engineering Schools (Graduate). Drexel was cited by Forbes magazine as one of the top 25 STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) schools in the country. 
Pride

Points of Pride

  • Drexel University was awarded the designation of "R1 Doctoral University — Very High Research Activity" by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions in 2019. 
  • Founded in 1919, Drexel's cooperative program is one of the largest and most renowned nationally. 
  • The university disclosed a total of 55 new inventions and received 31 new United States patents in 2022. 
  • Located in Philadelphia, which is the sixth-largest city in the US. 
  • Drexel is ranked among the top 40 Comprehensive Research Universities in the US by the Department of Education in 2022. 
  • It is also ranked among the top 60 Private Universities in the US. 
  • Drexel has international research partnerships with Israel and China. 

University Highlights

  • Graduates of Drexel University report an overall job satisfaction rate of 92% one year after graduation while working full time. 
  • Additionally, 96% of graduate students are employed or enrolled in further education one year after graduation. 
  • Drexel University has been recognized as "One of America's Best Colleges" by U.S News & World Report. 
  • It is also ranked among the "Most Innovative Schools" by the same publication. 
  • Drexel University has the third-largest engineering college in the nation. 
  • Finally, Drexel University became the first major university to operate a fully wireless campus in 2000. 
US News and World Report Rankings - Graduate 
  • #97 In Best Engineering Schools  
  • #58 In Biomedical Engineering / Bioengineering  
  • #60 In Chemical Engineering  
  • #51 In Civil Engineering  
  • #57 In Computer Engineering  
  • #58 In Electrical / Electronic / Communications Engineering  
  • #39 In Environmental / Environmental Health Engineering  
  • #37 In Materials Engineering  
  • #53 In Mechanical Engineering  

Programs

Graduate

  • MS in Architectural Engineering- STEM designated
  • MS in Chemical Engineering -STEM designated
  • MS in Civil Engineering-STEM designated
  • MS in Computer Engineering-STEM designated
  • MS in Cybersecurity-STEM designated
  • MS in Electrical Engineering-STEM designated
  • MS in Engineering Management-STEM designated
  • MS in Environmental Engineering-STEM designated
  • MS in Internet of Things (Formerly MS in Electrical and Telecommunications Engineering) -STEM designated
  • MS in Machine Learning Engineering-STEM designated
  • MS in Materials Science Engineering-STEM designated
  • MS in Mechanical Engineering and Mechanics-STEM designated
  • MS in Nanomaterials-STEM designated
  • MS in Peace Engineering-STEM designated
  • MS in Robotics and Autonomy-STEM designated
  • MS in Systems Engineering-STEM designated
For a complete list of majors please visit the URL:
drexel.edu/engineering/academics/graduate-programs/masters/

Standardised Tests

Graduate

  • IELTS: 6.5  
  • TOEFL: 90  
  • Duolingo: 100-110 (varies by program) 
  • PTE: 61 
  • GRE: Optional  
  • Fee Waiver: Available  

Intakes

Fall (September), Spring (January), Summer (June) and Winter (December).

Accreditation

The College of Engineering is accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).