Overview
Drexel University College of Medicine traces its roots to 1850 with the founding of the Female Medical College of Pennsylvania, the first medical school for women in the United States, and later merged with Hahnemann Medical College, a homeopathic medicine pioneer founded in 1848. The two institutions consolidated as MCP Hahnemann School of Medicine in the 1990s before being acquired by Drexel University in 2002, becoming Drexel University College of Medicine. Today it is one of the largest private medical schools in the country, recognized for its historical legacy in advancing women in medicine and its strong programs in primary care, public health, and clinical research.
At a Glance
| Type | Private |
| Location | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Founded | 1850 |
| Total students | 1,100 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 1:2 |
| Acceptance rate | 5% |
| Graduation rate | 95% |
| Average starting salary | $65,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $62,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $62,000 |
| Room & board | $18,000 |
| Average financial aid | $40,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 85% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.65 |
| Regular deadline | December 1 |
Top Programs
- Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- MD/PhD
- MD/MPH
- MD/MBA
- Legal Medicine Program
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.