DREW UNIVERSITY, MADISON, NJJ
Drew University resides in a lovely suburban town of Madison, just 30 miles outside of New York City. Known as the “University in the Forest,” Drew offers a picturesque, tree-lined campus with strong academic programs, a commitment to experiential learning, and mentorship.
GENERAL STATS
• Private
• Undergraduate Enrollment: ~1,600
• Admit Rate: 73%
• FAFSA and CSS Profile
• Retention Rate: 85%
• Average Class Size: 17
• Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 11:1
CURRICULUM
• Popular Majors include Media & Communications, Theater Arts, Business, Political Science, International Relations, Neuroscience, and Environmental Studies
• Multiple scholarship opportunities including Action Scholars, Raiser Scholars, Baldwin-Honors Scholars and more
• Offers multiple dual-degree programs including Engineering (Columbia, Washington University St. Louis), Business (Wake Forest), Law (Seton Hall), Forestry (Duke), Nursing (Drexel)
• Strong emphasis on experiential learning and research
• nycTRECS, Drew’s semester program in New York City, offers students the opportunity to explore and connect with industry professionals in the following areas: Communications & Media, Art, Theater, United Nations, Museums, Wall Street, Social Impact
• Strong mentorship and leadership opportunities, including first-generation supports
• Flexible curriculum and a collaborative environment
• Cross-Over Schools include Fordham, The College of New Jersey, Juniata College
STUDENT BODY
• Great fit for independent, intellectually curious, and engaged students
• D3 Athletics are well attended in 26 different sports
• Active campus life with student-run events, theatre performances, and easy access to NYC for internships, arts, and entertainment
• Town of Madison offers nice shops and restaurants to explore and NYC is just an hour train ride away
• Predominantly pulls from the Northeast, and welcomes students from across the U.S. and internationally
• No traditional Greek life, but social and academic organizations foster close-knit communities
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