Organizer Information
Drew University is a private university located in Madison, New Jersey, United States. Its academic structure includes the College of Liberal Arts, the Caspersen School of Graduate Studies, and Drew Theological School. The university offers undergraduate degrees, graduate and doctoral programs, and non-degree certificates across the humanities, sciences, social sciences, education, data science, finance, and theology.
Key Information
- Official Institution Name: Drew University
- Opportunity Type: University Programs & Admissions
- Study Levels: Undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, non-degree certificate
- Degrees Offered: BA, BS and other undergraduate degrees; MLitt, MS, MEd, MAT, MDiv, MAR, MATM, STM, DLitt, DMH, DMin and PhD, among others
- Academic Fields: Humanities, arts, social sciences, natural sciences, education, data science, finance, medical humanities, religion and theology
- Relevant Programs: Arts & Letters; Data Science; Education; Finance; Medical Humanities, Health & Society; Teaching; Religion; Theology and Ministry; Theological Studies
- Language of Instruction: English
- International Applicants: Yes
- Application Period: Multiple entry terms; undergraduate early and regular admission options
- Application Deadline: Undergraduate Early Decision — 1 November; Early Action — 1 December; Regular Decision — 1 February
- Start of Studies: Fall, spring or summer, depending on the graduate program
- Application Fee: $40 for undergraduate applicants
- Tuition: Undergraduate tuition of $49,550 per academic year for 2026–2027
- Funding: Merit scholarships and need-based financial assistance; eligibility varies by applicant category and program.
Field of Study & Eligible Disciplines
Drew University offers interdisciplinary undergraduate study and specialized graduate education. Relevant academic areas include:
- Arts and Humanities: Arts & Letters (MLitt/DLitt), literature, history and culture.
- Science and Technology: Data Science (MS), natural sciences and related undergraduate disciplines.
- Education: Education (MEd), Teaching (MAT) and education endorsements.
- Social and Health-Related Humanities: Medical Humanities, Health & Society (MA/DMH).
- Religion and Theology: MA in Religion (MAR), Master of Divinity (MDiv), Master of Arts in Theology and Ministry (MATM), Master of Sacred Theology (STM) and Theological Studies (PhD).
- Business and Finance: Finance (MS).
Applicants should consult the official program pages for curriculum, concentration options and program-specific eligibility. The university's published program list does not establish a universal portfolio requirement for its academic programs.
General Eligibility
- Drew accepts domestic and international applicants for eligible undergraduate and graduate programs. Admission depends on the intended degree, academic preparation and submission of the required application materials.
- First-year undergraduate applicants must hold a secondary-school diploma. Transfer applicants follow the applicable transfer admission requirements. International undergraduate applicants must also provide the documentation required for international admission, including financial certification for immigration processing.
- Graduate applicants should review the requirements of their intended school and program before applying.
Educational Background
- Undergraduate: First-year applicants must have completed secondary education. Transfer applicants must provide the relevant college transcripts.
- Caspersen School of Graduate Studies: Applicants must satisfy the academic prerequisites of their chosen master's, doctoral or certificate program.
- Drew Theological School: Degree-specific academic requirements apply to master's and doctoral programs.
For Caspersen School programs, the university states an expectation of a minimum 3.0 GPA. Theological School admissions do not impose a universal minimum GPA across its degree programs, although academic records remain part of the admission assessment. Program-specific requirements take precedence over these general distinctions.
Language Requirements
English is the language of instruction. International applicants whose first language is not English are expected to demonstrate English proficiency.
- Undergraduate: Drew accepts TOEFL iBT or Essentials, IELTS, Duolingo English Test, PTE Academic and English GaoKao. Individual waivers may be considered based on SAT/ACT scores or previous study in an English-speaking country.
- Graduate master's programs: International applicants educated in countries where English is not the language of instruction must submit TOEFL or IELTS scores, subject to the university's stated exemptions.
- Graduate doctoral programs: The graduate admissions FAQ specifies TOEFL and GRE requirements for international PhD applicants, with TOEFL exemptions for applicants from designated countries.
The graduate admissions FAQ identifies a TOEFL score of 80 as a competitive benchmark, not a universal minimum for every program. Applicants should confirm the applicable test, minimum score and exemption rules with their specific program.
Application Fee
| Applicant category | Application fee |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $40, non-refundable |
| Graduate | $35 in the published 2025–2026 Caspersen School fee schedule; confirm the applicable 2026–2027 charge before payment. |
Tuition
| Study level or program | Tuition | Billing structure |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate, 12–21 credits | $49,550 | Per academic year |
| Part-time undergraduate | $1,998 | Per credit |
| Graduate programs not separately listed | $1,510 | Per credit |
| Teacher Education (MAT, MEd) | $975 | Per credit |
| ESL and specified education endorsements | $675 | Per credit |
| Teacher Alternative Certification | $700 | Per credit |
| Theological School: DMin, MDiv, MAR, STM, MATM | $840 | Per credit |
Additional charges include:
- Undergraduate: General fee of $800 and technology fee of $350 per academic year.
- Graduate: General fee of $500 per term, continuous registration of $600 per term where applicable, and an international student administrative fee of $75 per term.
- MAT: Accreditation fee of $255 in the first admission term.
- Housing and meals: Charged separately according to the selected accommodation and meal plan.
Health insurance, parking and other optional expenses should be checked against the applicable fee schedule. Tuition does not include all living expenses.
Funding & Financial Support
Drew offers institutional merit scholarships and need-based financial assistance, subject to eligibility.
- Merit scholarships: Domestic and international undergraduates are eligible for consideration based on previous academic achievement. Eligible applicants are automatically considered for merit awards.
- Drew Action Scholars: First-year applicants may apply separately for this scholarship program focused on community, innovation and global impact.
- Drew Scholarship for the Arts: First-year students with strong artistic achievement who intend to participate actively in the university's arts community may apply separately.
- International financial assistance: Limited need-based funding is available to international students who submit the International Student Financial Aid Application.
- Graduate scholarships: Master's applicants are considered for institutional merit scholarships through their graduate school application. Doctoral funding arrangements vary by program.
Funding is competitive or limited where applicable and should not be considered guaranteed.
University Services & Academic Support
Drew provides academic and student support relevant to prospective and enrolled students:
- Launch: An undergraduate career-development platform connecting academic and co-curricular experiences with career preparation.
- Research and internships: Undergraduate students can access research opportunities, internships and study-abroad programs.
- Faculty mentoring: Academic mentoring is part of the undergraduate experience.
- International student services: International Student and Scholar Services provides orientation, individual advising and assistance with visa-compliance matters.
- Tilghman International Center: Offers additional academic preparation and English-language support for international students who may not qualify for direct admission.
Access to particular academic facilities and research opportunities depends on the relevant program and activity.
Application Requirements
The university's admissions checklist identifies the following materials:
- Completed application through the accepted application platform.
- Personal statement.
- Counselor evaluation.
- Teacher evaluation.
- High school transcript.
- Non-refundable $40 application fee.
International applicants must also provide English-proficiency evidence unless an applicable waiver is approved, along with official financial certification. College transcripts are required where relevant to the applicant's educational history.
Graduate applicants
- Official transcripts from all accredited higher-education institutions attended.
- Letters of recommendation.
- Personal statement.
Additional requirements depend on the intended degree. Applicants should check the relevant program page for any further materials, standardized tests, prerequisites or supporting documents. GRE and GMAT requirements are optional for master's programs under the university's general FAQ, subject to individual program requirements.
How to Apply?
- Undergraduate Application Portal
- Alternative Undergraduate Portal
- Graduate Application Portal
- Non-Degree Application
Deadline & Timeline
Undergraduate admission deadlines
- Early Decision: 1 November 2026
- 7-Year BA/MD Program: 1 November 2026
- Early Action: 1 December 2026
- Spring Admission: 2 January 2027
- Early Decision II: 15 January 2027
- Regular Decision: 1 February 2027
- Fall Transfer: 29 July 2027
Graduate admission timelines
- Master's programs: Fall, spring or summer, depending on the program
- Theological School master's programs — Fall applicants: 1 June; international applicants: 1 April
- Theological School master's programs — Spring applicants: 1 December; international applicants: 1 October
- Theological School PhD: 15 December for fall entry
- Caspersen School preferred fall deadline: 1 June; priority deadline: 1 April.
- Caspersen School preferred spring deadline: 1 December; priority deadline: 1 November.
- MAT summer admission deadline: 1 February.
Location
Drew University — Madison, New Jersey, United States
Additional Details
- Undergraduate test policy: Drew is test-optional for SAT and ACT scores. Applicants may choose whether to submit these results, subject to the university's admissions policy.
- International documentation: International undergraduates must submit financial certification. I-20 information and the application are due after the enrollment deposit, according to the international admissions checklist.
- Transfer deadline discrepancy: The general undergraduate admissions page lists 29 July for fall transfers, while the international admissions page lists 25 July. International transfer applicants should confirm their applicable deadline directly with admissions.
- Graduate application fee: The published 2025–2026 Caspersen School fee schedule lists a $35 application fee. The current 2026–2027 tuition page does not display a graduate application fee, so applicants should confirm the current amount before submitting payment.
- Program-specific requirements: Requirements, entry terms and funding can differ between the Caspersen School of Graduate Studies and Drew Theological School. Applicants should rely on the current program-specific instructions rather than applying general graduate requirements universally.