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Drexel University

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Transfer Admission Overview

Transferring to Drexel University is an option for students who started at another institution.

77.5%

Freshman Accept Rate

How to Transfer to Drexel University: Step by Step

Research Requirements

Check Drexel University's transfer admission page for minimum credit hours, prerequisite courses, and GPA requirements.

Maintain a Strong GPA

Transfer admission is heavily GPA-based. Aim for a 3.5+ GPA at your current institution.

Complete Prerequisites

Take the general education and major prerequisites that Drexel University expects.

Write a Compelling Essay

Explain why you want to transfer and why Drexel University specifically.

Get Strong Recommendations

Ask professors who know your work well.

Apply on Time

Transfer deadlines are often earlier than freshman deadlines.

Drexel University Transfer FAQs

What is Drexel University's transfer acceptance rate?

Drexel University does not publicly report a separate transfer acceptance rate. The freshman rate is 77.5%, and transfer admissions typically track the school's overall selectivity.

What GPA do I need to transfer to Drexel University?

With a 77.5% freshman acceptance rate, Drexel University typically expects transfer applicants to have a college GPA of 3.0+ with passing grades in core requirements. Stronger GPAs offset weaker high school records for transfer admits.

When are Drexel University transfer application deadlines?

Most US colleges including Drexel University accept fall transfers (March-April deadlines) and many also accept spring transfers (October-November deadlines). Check Drexel University's admissions page for the exact dates each cycle.