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Drew University is so much more than a place to earn your degree. It's where you'll meet some of your closest friends. Get connected to life-changing mentors. Learn in ways that could take you around the globe, or straight into the real world of professional life, meaningful community action, and leading social change.
As a Drew student, you can choose from 40+ majors, 60+ minors, 18 Dual-Degree programs and 17 pre-professional programs. And you'll graduate with a purpose — not to mention the skills employers are looking for, and an experience-based résumé that ties everything together.
Drew professors are there to mentor, debate, challenge, and inspire you. They care—about you and your learning. And they'll help you build your network of academic, career, and personal advisors who will guide you along your path to graduation and beyond.
Every Drew student participates in at least two experiences to build their résumé and explore their interests. (For example: our one-of-a-kind New York City Semesters. You could find yourself working on Wall Street, at the United Nations, with media giants, alongside grassroots organizers, in the contemporary art world, or on the theatre scene.)
We also offer a variety of study abroad programs, from full semesters to just a few weeks. If science is your thing, you'll have exceptional opportunities for advanced research in Drew's Summer Science Institute and Research Institute for Scientists Emeriti (RISE) programs.
As for our location, it's hard to beat. Madison, NJ, is a picture-perfect small town that's only an hour from all the opportunities of NYC and equally close to the Jersey Shore, the Pocono mountains, and many other outdoor adventures. The campus is lush and green, full of historic buildings and state-of-the-art facilities.
Drew is home to 90+ student-run clubs and organizations, 26 NCAA Division III athletic teams, and a non-stop lineup of events and activities, from fun festivals to Drew TEDx. And it all happens in a supportive community that has your back and is rooting for your success.
Drew is all about big experiences and bold futures (yours). Learn more at drew.edu.
Professor of Neurosurgery, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California
Leo P. Grohowski
Chief Investment Officer, BNY Mellon
Lidia Soto-Harmon
CEO, The Girl Scouts
Stephen Gordon
Founder, Restoration Hardware
Brittany Barreto
Co-Founder and CEO, Pheramor
Most Popular Places On Campus
Simon Forum
Rose Memorial Library
Plan your visit today: https://www.drew.edu/visit
Drew University's prime location and network of connections puts the world at your feet, with so many amazing places to learn, work, and play.
Drew's hometown of Madison, New Jersey, ranked the #3 Safest College Town in America by SafeWise, offers the comforts of small-town living with the benefits of big city adventure. We?re only an hour-long train ride away from the capital of the world, New York City.
Drew puts you in the center of everything. Our beautiful, wooded campus is full of historic buildings and state-of-the-art facilities, where students from all over the world come together to learn more about each other and themselves.
A vibrant, diverse, friendly, personal, and generous place, Drew is buzzing with student life. We offer 90+ student-run clubs and organizations, 22 NCAA Division III athletic teams, a wealth of campus events, and a world of wider opportunity.
The Commons
Ehinger Center
Dorothy Young Center for the Arts
Simon Forum
Rose Memorial Library
Plan your visit today: https://www.drew.edu/visit
Drew University's prime location and network of connections puts the world at your feet, with so many amazing places to learn, work, and play.
Drew's hometown of Madison, New Jersey, ranked the #3 Safest College Town in America by SafeWise, offers the comforts of small-town living with the benefits of big city adventure. We?re only an hour-long train ride away from the capital of the world, New York City.
Drew puts you in the center of everything. Our beautiful, wooded campus is full of historic buildings and state-of-the-art facilities, where students from all over the world come together to learn more about each other and themselves.
A vibrant, diverse, friendly, personal, and generous place, Drew is buzzing with student life. We offer 90+ student-run clubs and organizations, 22 NCAA Division III athletic teams, a wealth of campus events, and a world of wider opportunity.
The Commons
Ehinger Center
Dorothy Young Center for the Arts
Most Popular Places Off Campus
The Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge (ten minutes by car)--a natural oasis and outstanding spot to hike, swim, picnic, observe wildlife, etc.
Prudential Center (30 minutes by car)--live entertainment, NHL (home of the New Jersey Devils Hockey team), college basketball, concerts, comedy, and other live entertainment
Our hometown, Madison, and our next-door, small-city neighbor, Morristown, are fun and funky, with cute shops, a music scene, and Food Network-famous eateries. Both are a walk or shuttle ride away. Within a one-hour radius are the Jersey Shore, the Meadowlands pro sports arena, and, of course, New York, with its world-class museums, clubs, concert venues, galleries, shopping districts, restaurants, theaters, street markets and more.
Our beautiful campus is a 10-minute walk from the Madison train station, which takes you directly to Midtown Manhattan in under an hour. It?s the perfect home base to experience all the excitement and opportunity of New York City without living in the middle of it 24/7 (yet).
Every Drew student engages in at least two experiences to build their resume and explore their interests. You can participate in our one-of-a-kind New York City Semesters on Wall Street, at the United Nations, with media giants, alongside grassroots organizers, in the contemporary art world, or on the theatre scene.
Over 60% of students study abroad, with experiences across the globe, during the academic year and during breaks.
New York City (50 minutes by train)--world-class museums, famous NBA, NFL, NHL teams, concert venues, the one and only Broadway, shopping districts, restaurants, clubs, galleries?the capital of the world is a train ride away
Downtown Madison (a five minute walk)--charming cafes, coffee shops, boutiques, ranked among the safest cities in America, and recently voted the #1 town in NJ.
Morristown, NJ (five minutes by train)--restaurants, bars, movie theaters, concerts, best known as Gen. George Washington?s winter headquarters during the Revolutionary War
The Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge (ten minutes by car)--a natural oasis and outstanding spot to hike, swim, picnic, observe wildlife, etc.
Prudential Center (30 minutes by car)--live entertainment, NHL (home of the New Jersey Devils Hockey team), college basketball, concerts, comedy, and other live entertainment
Our hometown, Madison, and our next-door, small-city neighbor, Morristown, are fun and funky, with cute shops, a music scene, and Food Network-famous eateries. Both are a walk or shuttle ride away. Within a one-hour radius are the Jersey Shore, the Meadowlands pro sports arena, and, of course, New York, with its world-class museums, clubs, concert venues, galleries, shopping districts, restaurants, theaters, street markets and more.
Our beautiful campus is a 10-minute walk from the Madison train station, which takes you directly to Midtown Manhattan in under an hour. It?s the perfect home base to experience all the excitement and opportunity of New York City without living in the middle of it 24/7 (yet).
Every Drew student engages in at least two experiences to build their resume and explore their interests. You can participate in our one-of-a-kind New York City Semesters on Wall Street, at the United Nations, with media giants, alongside grassroots organizers, in the contemporary art world, or on the theatre scene.
Over 60% of students study abroad, with experiences across the globe, during the academic year and during breaks.
New York City (50 minutes by train)--world-class museums, famous NBA, NFL, NHL teams, concert venues, the one and only Broadway, shopping districts, restaurants, clubs, galleries?the capital of the world is a train ride away
Downtown Madison (a five minute walk)--charming cafes, coffee shops, boutiques, ranked among the safest cities in America, and recently voted the #1 town in NJ.
Morristown, NJ (five minutes by train)--restaurants, bars, movie theaters, concerts, best known as Gen. George Washington?s winter headquarters during the Revolutionary War
What makes Drew so special? Let us count the ways. A beautiful campus and prime location. An undergraduate experience focused on real-world exploration and immersive education. A vibrant and diverse community of students and mentors who provide powerful support and inspiration. Drew is buzzing with student life. We offer 90+ student-run clubs and organizations, 26 NCAA Division III athletic teams (over 25% of students are Drew Ranger student-athletes), a wealth of campus events, and a world of wider opportunity.
Drew also received an "A+" for diversity according to Niche and the Institute of International Education, and ranks fourth in the U.S. among baccalaureate colleges in international student enrollment according to the International Education's 2021 Open Doors report.
Since our founding in 1867, generations of young seekers have found a sense of place and purpose here in The Forest. Today, 1,700 undergraduates foster a powerful community by honoring old traditions and creating new ones that link together 25,000+ Drew alumni around the world.
What students say:
While about half of the students are from New Jersey, the student body is diverse and includes a large international student population. As a small school, "Everyone at least knows of everyone else and is friendly with them." "Drew students are the type that see a $50 bill in the street and find the person who dropped it," says one student of this group that is "attractive inside and out." There's a large percentage of people actively involved in both the arts and sciences, and the regular cliques-"jocks, theatre kids, science nerds"all "blend together and overlap so that there are no definite lines separating people." Drew is an eco-friendly campus, and "there is a fairly large number of gluten free/vegetarian students."
Drew is a test-optional school, which means you can choose whether or not to submit your SAT or ACT scores for consideration with your application. We take a holistic approach to reviewing your application and consider many factors in our decision, including your high school grades, course of study, recommendations, essay, extracurricular involvement, and SAT/ACT scores, when submitted. We know that standardized tests may not measure the full range of your qualities, so it's not a requirement of Drew's admission process.
There are three options when you apply to Drew: Early Decision, Early Action, and Regular Decision. To learn more and apply, please visit drew.edu/apply.
Deadlines Spring: January 2 Early Decision: November 1 Early Action: December 1 Early Decision II: January 15 Regular Decision: February 1 Fall Transfer: July 25 Application fee: $40
Choose from 40+ majors, 60+ minors, 18 Dual-Degree programs and 17 pre-professional programs. Every student graduates with a purpose, sought-after transferable skills, a network of mentors, and an experience-based résumé. That's why 94% of graduates are employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation.
Drew's professors do more than teach: they mentor, debate, challenge, and inspire. They care—about you and your learning. And they help you build your network of academic, career, and personal advisors who will guide you along your path to graduation and beyond.
At Drew, you can have the kinds of real-world lab research experiences that most students won't get until attending graduate school or working in the professional world.
In our one-of-a-kind Research Institute for Scientists Emeriti (RISE) program, science students study with star researchers like Drew Fellow and 2015 Nobel Prize Winner William Campbell, as well as other industrial scientists who come to Drew from industry leaders like AT&T Bell Labs, Bristol Myers Squibb, Sanofi, Merck and Schering-Plough. With decades of leadership in biology, chemistry, mathematics, and physics, these researchers work one-on-one with Drew undergraduate students, mentoring and guiding them as they perform hands-on research.
The Drew Summer Science Institute (DSSI) is an on-campus program that pairs Drew students with faculty mentors for an intensive, personal experience working full time on a research project.
Drew is often ranked in the Top 20 Theatre Programs by The Princeton Review, and we have partnerships with several world-class professional theatre companies—including one on campus.
Drew's one-of-a-kind New York Semesters—on Wall Street, at the United Nations, with media giants, alongside grassroots organizers, in the contemporary art world or the theatre scene—allow you to commute into the global center of culture and commerce from your campus home.
What students say
Located in Madison, New Jersey, Drew University is just a hop-and-a-skip away from the New York City universe, and the school takes full advantage of its proximity to industry hubs. The 1,60*0 undergraduates have access to more than 60* majors, minors, and dualdegree programs, and thousands of related internships, as well as lots of study abroad options. Drew's seven unique New York Semesters allow students to do coursework with professors and then commute into New York City to learn in the field (for example, on Wall Street, at the United Nations, or in the art, communications, social entrepreneurship and theatre scene). The science departments are standouts-one of its fellows won the Nobel Prize for Medicine in 2015-and its top-ranked theatre program is "comprehensive in such a way that every graduate of the program will have at least tried every single part of the theatrical process."
The "incredibly engaging" professors go "above and beyond the role of just...teacher" and are "very much willing to assist in any way." They "facilitate conversations so that you learn in a way that's not just your average PowerPoint [presentation]" and "invest time in you academically and as a young adult looking for a career." The university does an excellent job of fostering undergraduate student research, and professors "require a level of accountability that motivates a student to perform" both in and out of the classroom. Far and away the things that students appreciate the most about Drew are its small class sizes, which bolster the personal attention from teachers, almost all of whom have PhDs. ("There are no classes taught by TAs, which makes for better quality learning.") This "mentorship with professors" is a lasting benefit to students, who say that "you really get to know your professors in an impactful way."
Drew University's prime location and network of connections puts the world at your feet, with so many amazing places to learn, work, and play.
Drew's hometown of Madison, New Jersey, ranked the #3 Safest College Town in America by SafeWise, offers the comforts of small-town living with the benefits of big city adventure—we're only an hour-long train ride away from the capital of the world, New York City.
Drew puts you in the center of everything. Our beautiful, wooded campus is full of historic buildings and state-of-the-art facilities—where students from all over the world come together to learn more about each other and themselves.
A vibrant, diverse, friendly, personal, and generous place, Drew is buzzing with student life. We offer 90+ student-run clubs and organizations, 26 NCAA Division III athletic teams, a wealth of campus events, and a world of wider opportunity.
Campus Facilities & Equipment
Drew's picture-perfect college campus includes state-of-the art facilities for research, performance, exhibitions, and athletics, as well as iconic buildings such as Mead Hall, on the National Register of Historic Places.
Off-Campus Opportunities
Every Drew student engages in at least two experiences to build their resume and explore their interests. You can participate in our one-of-a-kind New York City Semesters—on Wall Street, at the United Nations, with media giants, alongside grassroots organizers, in the contemporary art world, or on the theatre scene.
Over 60% of students study abroad, with experiences across the globe, during the academic year and during breaks.
What students say:
While the small, wooded town of Madison isn't exactly hopping, students make the most of the "gorgeous" campus (where housing is guaranteed all four years; currently 90 percent of the student body lives on campus) and "tend to be proactive in creating their own recreational experiences." People "are very involved in sports and activities, such as clubs and organizations," and many have jobs or internships. New York City is a short 50-minute train ride away, and nearby Morristown also provides some flavor. Academics "take up a good amount of daytime, but life at school is "always manageable"; "classes are challenging enough and the workload isn't overbearing," so "there is always time to relax if you're responsible and manage your time well." Tuesdays and Thursdays are dollar beer nights, so "many students take time out of studying to go out for a little," but "most free time is spent in friends' rooms, playing video games or watching shows." Though school events aren't terribly well-attended, from time to time there are things which students make sure to have fun at, "such as Bingo night, the holiday ball, and Drewchella (a live music festival)." All in all, "there is a good balance of leisure and education."
Incentives Or Programs To Encourage Employees To Live Close To Campus
School Adopted A Policy Prohibiting Idling
School Developed Bicycle Plan
CAMPUS SECURITY REPORT
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review's page on campus safety for additional resources:
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available.
Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security
Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education:
https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/
Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Fee for Network Use
Partnerships with Technology Companies
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Description All undergraduate students at Drew are required to have a recent laptop that is supported by the vendor and can run the latest tools and software. Students have the option to buy a recommended laptop through Drew from either Apple or Lenovo, and get the advantage of additional onsite repair options and free loaner laptops while your computer is being repaired. Students are welcome to bring another computer that meets our general specifications, but will not be eligible for the premium support that people who order a laptop through the Drew website will receive.
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Yes
Clinicians are trained to provide care to these specific groups:
Undergraduates
Graduate students
Racial/ethnic minority student
Students who are veterans
LGBTQIA+ students
Student-athletes
International students
Students on scholarship or financial aid
First-generation students
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Not Reported
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Yes
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Services offered
Incoming transfer students
Services offered
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/ well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/ well-being education for students
Yes, optional
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Yes
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
Not Reported
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Yes
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Undergraduate Admissions 36 Madison Ave. Madison, NJ 07940
admissions@drew.edu
973-408-DREW (3739)
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
973-408-DREW (3739)
Campus Tours
Appointment Required:
Yes
Dates:
Year-round
Times:
Varies
Average Length:
1 hour
Visits
CLASS VISITS
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
FACULTY AND COACH VISITS
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Coach Directly
Advance Notice
2 weeks
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews:
Yes
Information Sessions:
Available
Times:
Varies
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available
Campus Tours
TYPES OF TRANSPORTATION AVAILABLE TO CAMPUS
Drew is easily accessible by car or public transportation.
Newark International Airport is 20 miles from campus. Car services are available for the trip to and from campus. NJ Transit provides train service from NYC (Penn Station) to Madison, NJ. The Madison train station is about a mile from campus.
Princeton Review Advice & Resources
11 Surprising Facts About College Admission | The Princeton Review
The school’s Center for Career Development provides services to students to assist with their career goals. And the center’s comprehensive advising program is named as one of the main reasons that 94 percent of Drew alumni are employed or in graduate school within six months after graduation. The center’s aim is to help students in acquiring resume-building, transferrable skills that can be used in any workplace or industry, and the school’s location in the northeast corridor results in hundreds of internship opportunities for students, ranging from the United Nations to Fenway Park. Experiential learning is highly emphasized; in fact, students are all guaranteed (and required) to complete two career-building immersive experiences in order to graduate, courtesy of the university’s Launch network. Out of Drew alumni visiting PayScale.com, Drew graduates reported a median starting salary of $64,000.
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
67%
Graduate in 5 years
72%
Graduate in 6 years
72%
Career Services
01 - Alumni Network
02 - Alumni Services
03 - Classes
04 - Interest Inventory
05 - Internships
06 - Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
01 - Experiential
02 - Internship
ROI & Outcomes Information from PayScale
Starting Median Salary (Up to Bachelor's degree completed, only)
$65,600
Mid-Career Median Salary (Up to Bachelor's degree completed, only)
$117,200
Starting Median Salary (At least Bachelor's degree)
$68,400
Mid-Career Median Salary (At least Bachelor's degree)
Drew is committed to making education accessible and affordable for everyone and provides generous financial aid. Over 85% of our students receive scholarships and grants, and we offered more than $33 million in institutional aid last year. We know that financing your college education can be complicated. That's why we are with you every step of the way. We'll give you personal attention, with an assigned financial aid counselor to help you understand the process. At Drew, you won't be transferred to anonymous call centers or shuffled between counselors unfamiliar with your situation.
Applicants to Drew from high school will automatically be considered for annual scholarships ranging from $10,000 to $25,000. These scholarships are awarded at the time of admission, do not require a separate application, and are based on the applicant's previous academic achievement.
Drew is one of 10 private schools on Fiske's "Best Buy" list, and the only New Jersey school—public or private—in the top 20 for the third year in a row.
Financial Aid Statistics
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Scholarships and Grants Available
01 - College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
02 - Federal Pell
03 - Federal SEOG
04 - Private Scholarships
05 - State Scholarships/Grants
Loans Available
01 - Direct PLUS Loans
02 - Federal Direct Subsidized Loans
03 - Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans
04 - Federal Perkins Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Drew University is so much more than a place to earn your degree. It's where you'll meet some of your closest friends. Get connected to life-changing mentors. Learn in ways that could take you around the globe, or straight into the real world of professional life, meaningful community action, and leading social change.
As a Drew student, you can choose from 40+ majors, 60+ minors, 18 Dual-Degree programs and 17 pre-professional programs. And you'll graduate with a purpose — not to mention the skills employers are looking for, and an experience-based résumé that ties everything together.
Drew professors are there to mentor, debate, challenge, and inspire you. They care—about you and your learning. And they'll help you build your network of academic, career, and personal advisors who will guide you along your path to graduation and beyond.
Every Drew student participates in at least two experiences to build their résumé and explore their interests. (For example: our one-of-a-kind New York City Semesters. You could find yourself working on Wall Street, at the United Nations, with media giants, alongside grassroots organizers, in the contemporary art world, or on the theatre scene.)
We also offer a variety of study abroad programs, from full semesters to just a few weeks. If science is your thing, you'll have exceptional opportunities for advanced research in Drew's Summer Science Institute and Research Institute for Scientists Emeriti (RISE) programs.
As for our location, it's hard to beat. Madison, NJ, is a picture-perfect small town that's only an hour from all the opportunities of NYC and equally close to the Jersey Shore, the Pocono mountains, and many other outdoor adventures. The campus is lush and green, full of historic buildings and state-of-the-art facilities.
Drew is home to 90+ student-run clubs and organizations, 26 NCAA Division III athletic teams, and a non-stop lineup of events and activities, from fun festivals to Drew TEDx. And it all happens in a supportive community that has your back and is rooting for your success.
Drew is all about big experiences and bold futures (yours). Learn more at drew.edu.
Drew is a test-optional school, which means you can choose whether or not to submit your SAT or ACT scores for consideration with your application. We take a holistic approach to reviewing your application and consider many factors in our decision, including your high school grades, course of study, recommendations, essay, extracurricular involvement, and SAT/ACT scores, when submitted. We know that standardized tests may not measure the full range of your qualities, so it's not a requirement of Drew's admission process.
There are three options when you apply to Drew: Early Decision, Early Action, and Regular Decision. To learn more and apply, please visit drew.edu/apply.
Deadlines Spring: January 2 Early Decision: November 1 Early Action: December 1 Early Decision II: January 15 Regular Decision: February 1 Fall Transfer: July 25 Application fee: $40
Choose from 40+ majors, 60+ minors, 18 Dual-Degree programs and 17 pre-professional programs. Every student graduates with a purpose, sought-after transferable skills, a network of mentors, and an experience-based résumé. That's why 94% of graduates are employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation.
Drew's professors do more than teach: they mentor, debate, challenge, and inspire. They care—about you and your learning. And they help you build your network of academic, career, and personal advisors who will guide you along your path to graduation and beyond.
At Drew, you can have the kinds of real-world lab research experiences that most students won't get until attending graduate school or working in the professional world.
In our one-of-a-kind Research Institute for Scientists Emeriti (RISE) program, science students study with star researchers like Drew Fellow and 2015 Nobel Prize Winner William Campbell, as well as other industrial scientists who come to Drew from industry leaders like AT&T Bell Labs, Bristol Myers Squibb, Sanofi, Merck and Schering-Plough. With decades of leadership in biology, chemistry, mathematics, and physics, these researchers work one-on-one with Drew undergraduate students, mentoring and guiding them as they perform hands-on research.
The Drew Summer Science Institute (DSSI) is an on-campus program that pairs Drew students with faculty mentors for an intensive, personal experience working full time on a research project.
Drew is often ranked in the Top 20 Theatre Programs by The Princeton Review, and we have partnerships with several world-class professional theatre companies—including one on campus.
Drew's one-of-a-kind New York Semesters—on Wall Street, at the United Nations, with media giants, alongside grassroots organizers, in the contemporary art world or the theatre scene—allow you to commute into the global center of culture and commerce from your campus home.
What students say
Located in Madison, New Jersey, Drew University is just a hop-and-a-skip away from the New York City universe, and the school takes full advantage of its proximity to industry hubs. The 1,60*0 undergraduates have access to more than 60* majors, minors, and dualdegree programs, and thousands of related internships, as well as lots of study abroad options. Drew's seven unique New York Semesters allow students to do coursework with professors and then commute into New York City to learn in the field (for example, on Wall Street, at the United Nations, or in the art, communications, social entrepreneurship and theatre scene). The science departments are standouts-one of its fellows won the Nobel Prize for Medicine in 2015-and its top-ranked theatre program is "comprehensive in such a way that every graduate of the program will have at least tried every single part of the theatrical process."
The "incredibly engaging" professors go "above and beyond the role of just...teacher" and are "very much willing to assist in any way." They "facilitate conversations so that you learn in a way that's not just your average PowerPoint [presentation]" and "invest time in you academically and as a young adult looking for a career." The university does an excellent job of fostering undergraduate student research, and professors "require a level of accountability that motivates a student to perform" both in and out of the classroom. Far and away the things that students appreciate the most about Drew are its small class sizes, which bolster the personal attention from teachers, almost all of whom have PhDs. ("There are no classes taught by TAs, which makes for better quality learning.") This "mentorship with professors" is a lasting benefit to students, who say that "you really get to know your professors in an impactful way."
What makes Drew so special? Let us count the ways. A beautiful campus and prime location. An undergraduate experience focused on real-world exploration and immersive education. A vibrant and diverse community of students and mentors who provide powerful support and inspiration. Drew is buzzing with student life. We offer 90+ student-run clubs and organizations, 26 NCAA Division III athletic teams (over 25% of students are Drew Ranger student-athletes), a wealth of campus events, and a world of wider opportunity.
Drew also received an "A+" for diversity according to Niche and the Institute of International Education, and ranks fourth in the U.S. among baccalaureate colleges in international student enrollment according to the International Education's 2021 Open Doors report.
Since our founding in 1867, generations of young seekers have found a sense of place and purpose here in The Forest. Today, 1,700 undergraduates foster a powerful community by honoring old traditions and creating new ones that link together 25,000+ Drew alumni around the world.
What students say:
While about half of the students are from New Jersey, the student body is diverse and includes a large international student population. As a small school, "Everyone at least knows of everyone else and is friendly with them." "Drew students are the type that see a $50 bill in the street and find the person who dropped it," says one student of this group that is "attractive inside and out." There's a large percentage of people actively involved in both the arts and sciences, and the regular cliques-"jocks, theatre kids, science nerds"all "blend together and overlap so that there are no definite lines separating people." Drew is an eco-friendly campus, and "there is a fairly large number of gluten free/vegetarian students."
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Yes
Clinicians are trained to provide care to these specific groups:
Undergraduates
Graduate students
Racial/ethnic minority student
Students who are veterans
LGBTQIA+ students
Student-athletes
International students
Students on scholarship or financial aid
First-generation students
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Not Reported
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Yes
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Services offered
Incoming transfer students
Services offered
else
{
Not Reported
}
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/ well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/ well-being education for students
Yes, optional
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Yes
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
Not Reported
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Yes
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Drew University's prime location and network of connections puts the world at your feet, with so many amazing places to learn, work, and play.
Drew's hometown of Madison, New Jersey, ranked the #3 Safest College Town in America by SafeWise, offers the comforts of small-town living with the benefits of big city adventure—we're only an hour-long train ride away from the capital of the world, New York City.
Drew puts you in the center of everything. Our beautiful, wooded campus is full of historic buildings and state-of-the-art facilities—where students from all over the world come together to learn more about each other and themselves.
A vibrant, diverse, friendly, personal, and generous place, Drew is buzzing with student life. We offer 90+ student-run clubs and organizations, 26 NCAA Division III athletic teams, a wealth of campus events, and a world of wider opportunity.
Campus Facilities & Equipment
Drew's picture-perfect college campus includes state-of-the art facilities for research, performance, exhibitions, and athletics, as well as iconic buildings such as Mead Hall, on the National Register of Historic Places.
Off-Campus Opportunities
Every Drew student engages in at least two experiences to build their resume and explore their interests. You can participate in our one-of-a-kind New York City Semesters—on Wall Street, at the United Nations, with media giants, alongside grassroots organizers, in the contemporary art world, or on the theatre scene.
Over 60% of students study abroad, with experiences across the globe, during the academic year and during breaks.
What students say:
While the small, wooded town of Madison isn't exactly hopping, students make the most of the "gorgeous" campus (where housing is guaranteed all four years; currently 90 percent of the student body lives on campus) and "tend to be proactive in creating their own recreational experiences." People "are very involved in sports and activities, such as clubs and organizations," and many have jobs or internships. New York City is a short 50-minute train ride away, and nearby Morristown also provides some flavor. Academics "take up a good amount of daytime, but life at school is "always manageable"; "classes are challenging enough and the workload isn't overbearing," so "there is always time to relax if you're responsible and manage your time well." Tuesdays and Thursdays are dollar beer nights, so "many students take time out of studying to go out for a little," but "most free time is spent in friends' rooms, playing video games or watching shows." Though school events aren't terribly well-attended, from time to time there are things which students make sure to have fun at, "such as Bingo night, the holiday ball, and Drewchella (a live music festival)." All in all, "there is a good balance of leisure and education."
Plan your visit today: https://www.drew.edu/visit
Drew University's prime location and network of connections puts the world at your feet, with so many amazing places to learn, work, and play.
Drew's hometown of Madison, New Jersey, ranked the #3 Safest College Town in America by SafeWise, offers the comforts of small-town living with the benefits of big city adventure. We?re only an hour-long train ride away from the capital of the world, New York City.
Drew puts you in the center of everything. Our beautiful, wooded campus is full of historic buildings and state-of-the-art facilities, where students from all over the world come together to learn more about each other and themselves.
A vibrant, diverse, friendly, personal, and generous place, Drew is buzzing with student life. We offer 90+ student-run clubs and organizations, 22 NCAA Division III athletic teams, a wealth of campus events, and a world of wider opportunity.
The Commons
Ehinger Center
Dorothy Young Center for the Arts
Simon Forum
Rose Memorial Library
Plan your visit today: https://www.drew.edu/visit
Drew University's prime location and network of connections puts the world at your feet, with so many amazing places to learn, work, and play.
Drew's hometown of Madison, New Jersey, ranked the #3 Safest College Town in America by SafeWise, offers the comforts of small-town living with the benefits of big city adventure. We?re only an hour-long train ride away from the capital of the world, New York City.
Drew puts you in the center of everything. Our beautiful, wooded campus is full of historic buildings and state-of-the-art facilities, where students from all over the world come together to learn more about each other and themselves.
A vibrant, diverse, friendly, personal, and generous place, Drew is buzzing with student life. We offer 90+ student-run clubs and organizations, 22 NCAA Division III athletic teams, a wealth of campus events, and a world of wider opportunity.
The Commons
Ehinger Center
Dorothy Young Center for the Arts
Most Popular Places Off Campus
The Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge (ten minutes by car)--a natural oasis and outstanding spot to hike, swim, picnic, observe wildlife, etc.
Prudential Center (30 minutes by car)--live entertainment, NHL (home of the New Jersey Devils Hockey team), college basketball, concerts, comedy, and other live entertainment
Our hometown, Madison, and our next-door, small-city neighbor, Morristown, are fun and funky, with cute shops, a music scene, and Food Network-famous eateries. Both are a walk or shuttle ride away. Within a one-hour radius are the Jersey Shore, the Meadowlands pro sports arena, and, of course, New York, with its world-class museums, clubs, concert venues, galleries, shopping districts, restaurants, theaters, street markets and more.
Our beautiful campus is a 10-minute walk from the Madison train station, which takes you directly to Midtown Manhattan in under an hour. It?s the perfect home base to experience all the excitement and opportunity of New York City without living in the middle of it 24/7 (yet).
Every Drew student engages in at least two experiences to build their resume and explore their interests. You can participate in our one-of-a-kind New York City Semesters on Wall Street, at the United Nations, with media giants, alongside grassroots organizers, in the contemporary art world, or on the theatre scene.
Over 60% of students study abroad, with experiences across the globe, during the academic year and during breaks.
New York City (50 minutes by train)--world-class museums, famous NBA, NFL, NHL teams, concert venues, the one and only Broadway, shopping districts, restaurants, clubs, galleries?the capital of the world is a train ride away
Downtown Madison (a five minute walk)--charming cafes, coffee shops, boutiques, ranked among the safest cities in America, and recently voted the #1 town in NJ.
Morristown, NJ (five minutes by train)--restaurants, bars, movie theaters, concerts, best known as Gen. George Washington?s winter headquarters during the Revolutionary War
The Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge (ten minutes by car)--a natural oasis and outstanding spot to hike, swim, picnic, observe wildlife, etc.
Prudential Center (30 minutes by car)--live entertainment, NHL (home of the New Jersey Devils Hockey team), college basketball, concerts, comedy, and other live entertainment
Our hometown, Madison, and our next-door, small-city neighbor, Morristown, are fun and funky, with cute shops, a music scene, and Food Network-famous eateries. Both are a walk or shuttle ride away. Within a one-hour radius are the Jersey Shore, the Meadowlands pro sports arena, and, of course, New York, with its world-class museums, clubs, concert venues, galleries, shopping districts, restaurants, theaters, street markets and more.
Our beautiful campus is a 10-minute walk from the Madison train station, which takes you directly to Midtown Manhattan in under an hour. It?s the perfect home base to experience all the excitement and opportunity of New York City without living in the middle of it 24/7 (yet).
Every Drew student engages in at least two experiences to build their resume and explore their interests. You can participate in our one-of-a-kind New York City Semesters on Wall Street, at the United Nations, with media giants, alongside grassroots organizers, in the contemporary art world, or on the theatre scene.
Over 60% of students study abroad, with experiences across the globe, during the academic year and during breaks.
New York City (50 minutes by train)--world-class museums, famous NBA, NFL, NHL teams, concert venues, the one and only Broadway, shopping districts, restaurants, clubs, galleries?the capital of the world is a train ride away
Downtown Madison (a five minute walk)--charming cafes, coffee shops, boutiques, ranked among the safest cities in America, and recently voted the #1 town in NJ.
Morristown, NJ (five minutes by train)--restaurants, bars, movie theaters, concerts, best known as Gen. George Washington?s winter headquarters during the Revolutionary War
Undergraduate Admissions 36 Madison Ave. Madison, NJ 07940
admissions@drew.edu
973-408-DREW (3739)
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
973-408-DREW (3739)
Campus Tours
Appointment Required:
Yes
Dates:
Year-round
Times:
Varies
Average Length:
1 hour
Visits
CLASS VISITS
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
FACULTY AND COACH VISITS
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Coach Directly
Advance Notice
2 weeks
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews:
Yes
Information Sessions:
Available
Times:
Varies
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available
Campus Tours
TYPES OF TRANSPORTATION AVAILABLE TO CAMPUS
Drew is easily accessible by car or public transportation.
Newark International Airport is 20 miles from campus. Car services are available for the trip to and from campus. NJ Transit provides train service from NYC (Penn Station) to Madison, NJ. The Madison train station is about a mile from campus.
Princeton Review Advice & Resources
11 Surprising Facts About College Admission | The Princeton Review
Incentives Or Programs To Encourage Employees To Live Close To Campus
School Adopted A Policy Prohibiting Idling
School Developed Bicycle Plan
CAMPUS SECURITY REPORT
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review's page on campus safety for additional resources:
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available.
Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security
Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education:
https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/
Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Fee for Network Use
Partnerships with Technology Companies
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Description All undergraduate students at Drew are required to have a recent laptop that is supported by the vendor and can run the latest tools and software. Students have the option to buy a recommended laptop through Drew from either Apple or Lenovo, and get the advantage of additional onsite repair options and free loaner laptops while your computer is being repaired. Students are welcome to bring another computer that meets our general specifications, but will not be eligible for the premium support that people who order a laptop through the Drew website will receive.
Drew is committed to making education accessible and affordable for everyone and provides generous financial aid. Over 85% of our students receive scholarships and grants, and we offered more than $33 million in institutional aid last year. We know that financing your college education can be complicated. That's why we are with you every step of the way. We'll give you personal attention, with an assigned financial aid counselor to help you understand the process. At Drew, you won't be transferred to anonymous call centers or shuffled between counselors unfamiliar with your situation.
Applicants to Drew from high school will automatically be considered for annual scholarships ranging from $10,000 to $25,000. These scholarships are awarded at the time of admission, do not require a separate application, and are based on the applicant's previous academic achievement.
Drew is one of 10 private schools on Fiske's "Best Buy" list, and the only New Jersey school—public or private—in the top 20 for the third year in a row.
Financial Aid Statistics
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Scholarships and Grants Available
01 - College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
02 - Federal Pell
03 - Federal SEOG
04 - Private Scholarships
05 - State Scholarships/Grants
Loans Available
01 - Direct PLUS Loans
02 - Federal Direct Subsidized Loans
03 - Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans
04 - Federal Perkins Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
The school’s Center for Career Development provides services to students to assist with their career goals. And the center’s comprehensive advising program is named as one of the main reasons that 94 percent of Drew alumni are employed or in graduate school within six months after graduation. The center’s aim is to help students in acquiring resume-building, transferrable skills that can be used in any workplace or industry, and the school’s location in the northeast corridor results in hundreds of internship opportunities for students, ranging from the United Nations to Fenway Park. Experiential learning is highly emphasized; in fact, students are all guaranteed (and required) to complete two career-building immersive experiences in order to graduate, courtesy of the university’s Launch network. Out of Drew alumni visiting PayScale.com, Drew graduates reported a median starting salary of $64,000.
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
67%
Graduate in 5 years
72%
Graduate in 6 years
72%
Career Services
01 - Alumni Network
02 - Alumni Services
03 - Classes
04 - Interest Inventory
05 - Internships
06 - Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
01 - Experiential
02 - Internship
ROI & Outcomes Information from PayScale
Starting Median Salary (Up to Bachelor's degree completed, only)
$65,600
Mid-Career Median Salary (Up to Bachelor's degree completed, only)
$117,200
Starting Median Salary (At least Bachelor's degree)
$68,400
Mid-Career Median Salary (At least Bachelor's degree)
