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Why Choose Drew University

Experience the Liberal Arts Advantage

• Study in NYC
  Six different semester programs: Wall Street, United Nations, Contemporary Art, Communications and Media, Social Entrepreneurship and New York Theatre
• 10:1 Student-to-Faculty Ratio
• 271 INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS with more than 50 countries represented
• Top 40 in Political Science The Princeton Review 2017
• 94% Employed in their chosen field or in graduate school within six months of graduation
• #17 US Liberal Arts Universities whose physical science majors earn PhDs (National Science Foundation)
• #75 National Liberal Arts University (Times Higher Education 2018)
• 99% OF FACULTY HOLD THE HIGHEST DEGREE IN THEIR FIELD
• #5 Theater Program in the US (US Princeton Review 2017)
• ZERO CLASSES TAUGHT BY GRADUATE ASSISTANTS; LEARN DIRECTLY FROM PROFESSORS

About Drew University

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DREW UNIVERSITY is focused on experiential learning where students will benefit from personal relationships with their professors, practical-learning programs and a deep-rooted culture of collaboration within the greater community.

Why Choose a Liberal Arts Education?

A liberal arts education equips you with skills for a lifetime of great career opportunities in an ever-changing world. Drew does not just prepare you for your first job, but for every possibility in a constantly evolving job market. Flexible programs, close relationships with professors, small class sizes, and unparalleled hands-on experiences are just some examples of what makes a liberal arts education at Drew so unique.
With a liberal arts education, you have the freedom to follow your own path. At Drew, you can enjoy a flexible curriculum with out-of-the-classroom experiences that help you design your own university experience. You can declare a double major or double minor in more than 50 fields. At Drew, it is your education, your way.

• 37 majors and 62 minors
• Six combined-degree programs
• Pre-professional programs in law, medicine/health, engineering and more
• New York City Semester programs, internships, real-world experience and global opportunities

The Masters Drew Advantage

Drew University partners with The Masters Education to create a support system for international students. Our Academic English, International Year One and Graduate Pathway programs will help you transition to your university degree program. In our fully integrated program, you will learn alongside American students and earn credits towards your Drew degree while developing your English skills.
We are located on campus and offers students many services including:

• Personalized academic, language and cultural support
• Career Launch Services, Career Preparedness Program
• Conversation Partners, Family Friendship Program and language advisors to help you practice your English.
• English and academic tutors
• International Ambassador Peer Mentor Program
• On-campus job opportunities
• Visa and travel support

We are your one-stop shop for anything an international student like yourself might need.

Thriving in the Forest

Living and studying on a beautiful, wooded campus in the safe suburbs of Madison, New Jersey — only a short train-ride away from all the amazing opportunities New York City has to offer — gives you the best of both worlds. With opportunity around every corner, you will easily thrive in this atmosphere.

On-Campus Housing

All students are required to live on campus for their first two years of university, but housing is available for all four years. Some of the benefits to living on campus are:

• 24-hour on-site support with a member of student services team living in the first year dorms
• Live with your peers - 95% of the student population lives on campus
• Convenient locations close to classrooms, libraries and campus facilities
• Lounges with televisions and games like billiards and table tennis
• A diverse living/learning environment — Drew is ranked 19th in enrolling international students out of baccalaureate colleges in the US with more than 40 countries represented on campus

New York City Semesters:

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HOW THE NEW YORK SEMESTERS WORK

Students in any major can enroll in the New York Semester programs. Whether you are pursuing a semester related to your degree or exploring something new, you can choose to participate. During your semester in New York City you will:

• Go into NYC twice a week during your regular semester or five times if you participate during a summer semester
• Spend the morning being taught in a Drew-NYC classroom
• Apply what you have learned in a real-world setting
• Network with experts in your area of interest

Our New York Semesters are your ticket to launching your career at some of the city’s most powerful spaces. In these programs, you will earn academic credit and have the chance to make meaningful connections for your future. Drew's New York City semester programs have been recognized as innovations in higher education.

SEMESTER ON WALL STREET

In the Wall Street semester, you will gain a strong understanding of how markets work in the center of global financial markets.

• Your classroom will be in the Flatiron building across from the New York Stock Exchange.
• Visit leaders in the industry including investment firms and hedge funds like Goldman Sachs, BNY Melon and BlackRock as well as stock exchanges and regulatory agencies like NASDAQ, NYSE and the Securities and Exchanges Commission.
• Students who participated in this semester have gone on to work at many major firms.

SEMESTER ON THE UNITED NATIONS

Learn about the inner workings of the UN and discuss the issues reshaping the international community.

• This is the longest-running NYC semester with over 50years working with the UN.
• The classroom is across the street from the UN General Assembly.
• Visit the UN Security C ouncil, General Assembly, international ambassadors and delegates, NGO’s (Red Cross, World Vision etc.)

NEW YORK THEATRE PROGRAM

This year-long program partners with a professional theatre company to help you create an original piece to premiere in New York City and at Drew. This program is open to all majors and minors in the theatre and dance department.

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• Get inspired by attending Broadway productions.
• Participate in hands-on workshops to learn new techniques.

SEMESTER ON COMMUNICATIONS & MEDIA

The Communications and Media semester will teach you how firms both big and small help create messages that shape identities and personalities for their companies, organizations and products.

• Take classes in our Madison Avenue classroom.
• Visit public relations firms (Peppercomm, Ruder Finn) broadcast companies (ABC, CBS) print media outlets (The New York Times, Time Magazine), and top companies like Google, Bloomberg and Twitter.

SEMESTER ON SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Visit foundations, government offices and nonprofit organizations to examine their role in addressing social problems.

• Learn how nonprofits still meet bottom lines while making a difference in their community.
• Visit places like The Ford Foundation, MoMA, The MET, and other nonprofits.

SEMESTER ON CONTEMPORARY ART

Get involved in the New York contemporary art scene. While this program is required for all art and art history majors, it is also open to all Drew students.

• There is no classroom in this semester! You will be on the move visiting emerging art studios to some of the biggest art museums in NYC.
• Network with art dealers and brokers, gallery owners and curators.

Unique Science Opportunities

Drew offers science majors an unparalleled research experience that gets you in the field as early as your first year of undergraduate study. We offer several science opportunities designed to help you explore the world of science by experiencing it firsthand.

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RISE Program

This one-of-a-kind program gives you a fantastic opportunity to work in the lab with industrial scientists known as RISE fellows and engage with the professional science community as an undergraduate – an experience typically reserved for postgraduates. You will work in the Charles A. Dana Research Institute, engaging in relevant research while using the analytical tools you would use as a professional such as liquid chromatography and high-field nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometry.

• RISE fellows include Dr. William Campbell, who won the 2015 Nobel prize in Medicine in collaboration with a Japanese scientist.
• RISE is unique: No other school has such a program.
• RISE was recognized as an innovation in higher education by the Council of Independent Colleges in 2018.

Pre-Med, Your Path to Medical School

Drew provides you with opportunities in research and clinical internships that are essential for admission to medical school. Pre-med students will receive custom support from both an academic advisor and a member of the National Association of Advisors for Health Professionals.

Work-Study with Morristown Medical

In this work-study semester, you will gain valuable knowledge by shadowing emergency room physicians. The mentor program with the nearby Morrison Medical Center will allow you to explore firsthand what it takes to be a doctor before applying to a medical program.

Drew Summer Science Institute

Join the Drew Summer Science Institute (DSSI) and get paid to conduct research. You will be paired with a faculty mentor for an intensive six-week program where you will work full-time on current real-world research that matters.

• Students will work 40 hours per week on a research project alongside Drew science faculty or RISE fellows
• Each student receives free on campus housing for the duration of the program, a budget for laboratory supplies and weekly stipend.

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Undergraduate Admissions

We offer several routes to admission. With more than 30 bachelor’s degrees, 20 minors and flexible study plans and start dates throughout the year, we’ll help you find the option that’s right for you.

International Year One

International Year One allows you to begin earning credits toward your degree even if you don’t meet the academic and English requirements for direct entry. You will receive additional support to help you succeed and progress to your degree path so you can graduate at the same time as direct entry students. The length of the Pathway program you enter will be determined by your English language scores.

Entry Requirements

High school diploma with a US equivalent of a 2.5 GPA, and English language requirements in one of the following tests.
4-Semester Pathway

• TOEFL iBT:60 (11 minimum subscore)
• IELTS:5.5 (5 minimum subscore)
• IELA:162
• Duolingo:50

5-Semester Pathway

• TOEFL iBT:50 (10 minimum subscores)
• IELTS:5.0 (4.5 minimum subscores)
• IELA:154
• Duolingo:45

Direct Entry

If you meet the academic and English language requirements for your degree program, you can apply directly to Drew University.

• Secondary/high school diploma
• In-country equivalent of 3.0 high school GPA on a 4.0 scale
• TOEFL iBT:80 (18 subscores) or
• IELTS:6.5 (6.0 subscores) or
• IELA:176 (169 minimum subscores)
• Duolingo:70

Undergraduate Transfer Program

Have you earned credits from another college or university and want to transfer to Drew University? You can transfer directly into Drew or choose our Undergraduate Transfer Program (UTP) which is specifically designed to support international students through the process of transferring.

Why Choose UTP

Choosing UTP provides a customized path to your bachelor’s degree. Before you arrive, we will evaluate your transcripts and give you an estimate of transferable credits to make sure you do not have to repeat coursework. Once you arrive on campus, our friendly staff will be available to help you transition into life at a US university. You will also have access to helpful resources including academic, English language and cultural support.
Program Key Facts

• Start Dates: Fall and Spring
• Length: 1 or 2 semesters available
• Minimum GPA: 2.5
• English Requirements: TOEFL 60 (11 minimum subscores) or IELTS 5.5 (6.0 minimum subscores) or Duolingo 50
• Maximum Transfer Credits Permitted: 64

UTP Benefits

• Transfer of credits from your college or university-level classes to your degree
• Unofficial Pre-Arrival Credit Evaluation (15 business days after receiving offer letter)
• Receive customized curriculum of university credit-bearing courses
• Quick turnaround time for offer (5-7 business days)
• Guaranteed progression to any undergraduate program upon successful completion of your UTP
• Academic advising throughout the program including progression and student success advisors
• Scholarships available to qualified students

Graduate Admissions

Drew offers master's degrees in both finance and education to help further your education in your desired career path.

Graduate Pathway Program

Our Graduate Pathway programs allow you to begin earning credits toward your degree even if you do not meet the direct entry requirements. The program will help build the academic foundation and essential English language skills you need to successfully move on to your master’s degree. You will receive the highest level of support with dedicated academic advisors throughout your program. The length of the Pathway program that you enter will be determined by your English language scores. GRE is not required.

Entry Requirements

Undergraduate degree with equivalent of 2.5 GPA out of 4.0
2-Semester Pathway

• TOEFL iBT:65 (14 subscores)
• IELTS:5.5 (5.0 subscores)
• IELA:169-176
• Duolingo:55

1-Semester Pathway

• TOEFL iBT:80
• IELTS:6.5
• IELA:176
• Duolingo:70

Note: Entry requirements are subject to change and may vary by program.

Combined Degree Programs

Drew has partnered with prestigious US universities that put students on the fast track to earning multiple degrees in a variety of fields. By choosing a combined degree program, students diversify their experience and strengthen their abilities to find employment opportunities.

Columbia University in New York City

Columbia University is one of the world’s most important centers of research and offers a distinctive environment for quality education. This program leads to a BA from Drew and BS in Engineering from Columbia.

• #5 in National Universities (U.S. News & World Report 2018)
• #9 Best Global Universities (U.S. News & World Report 2018)
• Student Progression Success In the past four years, seven Drew students have successfully progressed to Columbia, four of which were international.

Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Wake Forest University is one of the nation’s most respected private schools recognized for its outstanding academic reputation and challenging liberal arts curriculum. This program offers a combined degree with a BA from Drew and MA in Management from Wake Forest (excludes Drew business majors).

• #27 in National Universities (U.S. News & World Report 2018)
• #38 Best Undergraduate Business Programs (U.S. News & World Report 2018)

Drexel University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This program offers a combined degree with a BS from Drew and BS in Nursing or MS in Nutrition/Dietetics from Drexel.

• #94 in National Universities (U.S. News & World Report 2018)

Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, New Jersey

This program offers a combined degree with a BA from Drew and MS in Software Engineering from Stevens.

• #69 in National Universities (U.S. News & World Report 2018)

Seton Hall Law School in New York City

This program offers a Combined Degree with a BA from Drew and JD in Law from Seton Hall.

• #57 Best Law School in the US (U.S. News & World Report 2018)

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