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Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale Suburb: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Common app member Yes
Student to faculty ratio 8 to 1
Acceptance rate 63%
Students retention rate 59%

Located in Los Angeles, California, Charles R. Drew University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 8-to-1, Charles R. Drew University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

The retention rate of students at Charles R. Drew University is 59% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in California is 85%, while the national average is 74%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at Charles R. Drew University do not continue their studies after the first year.


  • Accredited by: Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

63.3%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$14,954

Cost of attendance at Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science in 2022 for students from California.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

California's average $6,749
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$14,954

Cost of attendance at Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

California's average $20,840
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 90 of freshman students at Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science received on average $10,193 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$10,193
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 20 69% $5,658 $113,159
Other Federal Grant 21 72% $7,006 $147,122
State Grant/Scholarships 11 38% $5,149 $56,642
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 14 48% $4,375 $61,250
Total Grant & Scholarships 26 90% $10,193 $265,014

Service Offerings

Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes
  • Study abroad

Veteran Services

  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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