Drake University

Des Moines, IA
NCAA D1
2,669 Students
Website
Financial Profile

How much is tuition at Drake University?

In-State Tuition$49,944
Out-of-State Tuition$49,944

What is the acceptance rate at Drake University?

Acceptance Rate64%
Return on Investment

What are the post-graduate earnings for Drake University alumni?

The median salary of alumni 10 years after enrolling is $71,901. This metric serves as a powerful indicator of the networking opportunities, degree strength, and long-term financial security provided by this institution.

10-Year Median Salary$71,901
Tier 4: Elite

Men Basketball

Premium financial backing. Extensive scholarships and state-of-the-art gear.

Operating Budget$4,652,429
Budget Power~93 In-State Full Rides
Tier 4: Elite

Women Basketball

Premium financial backing. Extensive scholarships and state-of-the-art gear.

Operating Budget$2,423,545
Budget Power~48 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Men Track & Field

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$444,038
Budget Power~8 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Men Cross Country

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$444,038
Budget Power~8 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Track & Field

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$446,746
Budget Power~8 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Cross Country

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$446,746
Budget Power~8 In-State Full Rides
Tier 2: Developmental

Men Football

Building program. Limited athletic aid, standard gear allocations.

Operating Budget$1,522,222
Budget Power~30 In-State Full Rides
Tier 2: Developmental

Men Golf

Building program. Limited athletic aid, standard gear allocations.

Operating Budget$354,583
Budget Power~7 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Golf

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$415,964
Budget Power~8 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Rowing

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$488,976
Budget Power~9 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Men Soccer

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$830,703
Budget Power~16 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Soccer

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$940,313
Budget Power~18 In-State Full Rides
Tier 4: Elite

Women Softball

Premium financial backing. Extensive scholarships and state-of-the-art gear.

Operating Budget$1,040,448
Budget Power~20 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Men Tennis

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$431,379
Budget Power~8 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Tennis

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$444,104
Budget Power~8 In-State Full Rides
Tier 3: Competitive

Women Volleyball

Solid program budget. Healthy mix of athletic aid and quality equipment.

Operating Budget$833,184
Budget Power~16 In-State Full Rides
Benchmarks & Percentiles

Institutional Rankings

Overall placement across the country

Home RegionIA Conference Tier
Alumni ROI

Post-Grad Salary

$71,901

National Salary Rank#286 / 2,819
State Salary Rank#1 / 43
Percentile RangeTop 10%
Tuition Cost

In-State Cost

$49,944

National Cost Rank#2,596 / 2,819
State Cost Rank#39 / 44
Percentile RangeTop 92%
Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

64%

National Acceptance Rank#496 / 2,819
State Acceptance Rank#5 / 33
Percentile RangeTop 18%