by our College Data Analytics TeamSee current and projected tuition and fees for Drake University, and how those expenses constrast to nationwide and regional averages. If you're looking for specific information on Drake costs, you can go to any of the following sections:
In 2020-2021, the average tuition and fees at Drake University ran about $45,912 per year for students working on an undergraduate degree. Students from Iowa did not receive a discount.
| Tuition | Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | $45,734 | $178 | $45,912 |
These tuition and fees costs include one year of academic instruction, but do not cover room and board.
The numbers quoted on this page are all sticker price and don't include any financial aid or scholarships students may qualify for.
How much does Drake University cost for part-time students?
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The national out-of-state average for tuition and fees is $19,933 a year. At $45,912 a year, the average out-of-state tuition at Drake University was high when compared to the national average. In-state students pay the same as out-of state ones at Drake.
If you want to know how Drake compares to other schools in the nation, in the region, and in the state, see the chart below.
| Nationwide | Plains States | Iowa | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Expensive | Expensive | Expensive |
Note that a school may appear to be more expensive than another school when you look at tuition and fees alone, but it may actually be a better deal when you factor in financial aid packages. For more details on that, see: Drake University Financial Aid.
Over the past five years, Drake tuition and fees has grown by a rate of 3.51% annually. Tuition by 3.50%, and fees by 8.47%. This school year, students can expect to pay $49,193 if the growth keeps up.
At this rate, we estimate the total cost of tuition and fees for two years at Drake to be $100,114, and $207,382 for four years.
Remeber to factor in additional costs such as room and board, transportation or books.
The following chart shows projected upcoming tuition and fees for undergraduates at Drake.
Unless your school has advertised price freezes, it is likely the cost of tuition and fees will go up every year. Make sure you factor this into your budget.
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