Drake University – Transfer Viewbook

FALL 2022 | SPRING 2023 | SUMMER 2023

Uncover A GUIDE FOR TRANSFER STUDENTS

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BULLDOGS ARE FEROCIOUSLY INDEPENDENT; THEY’RE NEVER CONTENT TO SIMPLY TAKE WHAT LIFE GIVES THEM. THEY MARCH WITH DOGGED PURPOSE, ENJOYING EVERY DAY WHILE CONSTANTLY SHAPING THEIR FUTURES. SOMETIMES QUIET, ALWAYS OBSERVANT, BUT NEVER OVERLOOKED. ARE YOU A BULLDOG?

Reimagine your future

Taking a bold new step is never easy.

Drake has helped transfer students switch paths almost since the day of our founding in 1881. You’ll be connected with a transfer counselor and financial aid expert and get support from plenty of peers who have traveled the transfer student path.

No matter where (or when) your last college experience was, Drake will deliver more experiences and opportunities—inside and outside the classroom—that are geared toward your interests and aspirations.

Learn more at: drake.edu/admission/transferstudents

Start an evolution No matter who you are or where you’re going, Drake will help you prepare for a lifetime of change, challenge, and opportunity. We give you our promise

D R A K E D R I V E S R E S U LT S

95.5

of students who graduated during the COVID-19 pandemic were employed or began grad school within six months of graduation

in writing.

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The Drake Commitment W E D E LI V E R LI FE - D E F I N I N G E X PE R I E N C E S A N D E D UC ATI O N TH AT H E LP YOU B ECO M E W H O YO U WA NT TO B E .

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the amount your tuition guarantee will increase during your undergraduate degree thanks to Drake’s Tuition Guarantee.

Lean more at drake.edu/tuition-guarantee

PERSONAL MENTORSHIP

OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE

Drake surrounds you with dedicated

Drake provides dynamic service

faculty and staff who support and

experiences—on campus, across

guide you while you are at Drake,

Des Moines, and around the world—

and serve as mentors for life.

that expose you to diverse perspectives

93.7

of students graduate having had

and allow you to make a difference in

one or more internships or

the lives of others.

POWER OF COMMUNITY

LIFETIME OF VALUE

Drake connects you with diverse

Drake delivers hands-on academic

learning experiences, a dynamic city,

and co-curricular experiences that

and a vast network of alumni eager

prepare you to make an impact in

to help you succeed.

your community and navigate an

100%

field/clinical experiences.

In Iowa among bachelorgranting institutions for alumni median salary 10 years after graduating.

(Dept. of Education College Scorecard, 2020)

Presidential Transfer Scholarship from $19,000–$23,000/year OR

and the typical Drake student pays just a fraction of the cost of

Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Scholarship from $21,000–$25,000/year

tuition. See drake.edu/scholarships for details.

Awards may not be combined.

This covers about half the cost of tuition. Add to this the other scholarship opportunities and need-based grants that are available,

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of full-time undergraduate students receive a Presidential Scholarship.

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Let us be your guide

The faculty and staff at Drake are extremely passionate about seeing students thrive. The community on campus made me feel like I was a Bulldog before I transferred! The countless career

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opportunities, the quality of my education, and the welcoming atmosphere are just a handful of reasons why I transferred to Drake, and why I’m proud to call myself a Drake Bulldog.

— Kelsey Christiansen, public relations and advertising; Class of 2022 Transferred from McHenry County College

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ACADEMICS | DRAKE

Calling her shot The COVID-19 pandemic swept the world in Isabelle Tharp’s third year of the pharmacy program at the Drake College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences.

Tharp, who calls herself a planner by nature, discovered what planning is like in a crisis. She helped Drake faculty organize vaccination clinics without knowing how many doses of the vaccines they were receiving or when they would be arriving.

For the first clinic, in January, Tharp volunteered to package and sort vaccines so they could be administered quickly and correctly. She used her position as president of the Drake chapter of the American Pharmacists Association - Academy of Student Pharmacies to help organize student volunteers.

With the additional hands, Tharp and the Drake College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences were able to vaccinate hundreds of teachers and other frontline workers in central Iowa.

“The opportunity we had to take action was unbelievable,” Tharp said. “Science created something to help our community, and people came together and got everything done so quickly.”

Tharp said the emotional reactions from the patients were unlike anything she’s ever seen in her previous experience administering routine influenza and tetanus vaccines.

“One patient was talking to me with tears in their eyes,” Tharp said. “It was a really cool thing to have the opportunity to do.”

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— Isabelle Tharp, Class of 2022

Sydnei Washington, elementary education major/ sociology minor; Frankfort, Ill.; Class of 2022

MIX & MATCH MAJORS Chemistry and fine art? Pre-law and music? Astronomy and public relations? Why not? We take “nobody’s ever done that before” as a challenge. Drake students blaze their own educational trails to earn degrees that will last a lifetime.

You’ll start work in your major from day one, and interdisciplinary classes and skilled advising make it all very doable in four years.

UNAPOLOGETICALLY ACADEMIC Drake offers everything you’d expect to find at a university— sports and the associated swag, student organizations and other extra-curriculars, social opportunities, food and fun around campus and Des Moines, and more. But from your first day on campus, you’ll understand Drake’s priority: academics and other educational opportunities that help you grow professionally and personally. Everything else comes second.

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I knew this was something that was going to positively impact society. That’s something that I wanted to be a part of.

“I strive to make a positive impact on the communities that have helped me. I do this by giving back through several organizations on campus. Drake University has provided me with tools and opportunities to make my goal a reality.”

Kaili Miller, magazine media/graphic design; Kansas City, Mo.; Class of 2022 “At Drake, I’ve been able to find my place through being an assistant editor for Drake Magazine and member of the Gamma Omicron chapter of Alpha Phi. Both of these organizations push me to pursue my passions for journalism and sisterhood because I’m surrounded by people who inspire me to dream big.”

Alex Maciejewski, pre-pharmacy/Pharm.D. candidate with a LEAD concentration; Schaumburg, Ill.; Class of 2022 “Through networking and many other invaluable experiences, I was hired as a pharmacy intern at a local community pharmacy. I’ve been able to learn so much—not just by training, but through patient consulting and immersing myself into the field of pharmacy. I recently completed a job shadow at the Mercy Medical Center oncology department.”

Launching pads for your next chapter HUMANITIES & SOCIAL SCIENCES African American/African Diaspora Studies Minor American Politics Anthropology and Sociology Anthropology Minor Arabic Language and Culture Minor Chinese Language and Culture Minor East Asian Studies Minor English English Minor French Language and Culture Minor German Language and Culture Minor International Relations International Relations Minor History History Minor Human Resources Management Concentration Human Rights Studies Minor Japanese Language and Culture Minor Latin American Studies Minor Law, Politics, and Society Philosophy Philosophy Minor Politics Politics Minor Religion Rhetoric, Media, and Social Change Rhetoric Media and Social Change Minor Sociology Sociology Minor Spanish Language and Culture Spanish Language and Culture Minor Women’s & Gender Studies Concentration Writing Writing Minor ART & DESIGN Art History Art History Minor Art Minor Drawing (Studio Art) Graphic Design Graphic Design Minor Painting (Studio Art) Printmaking (Studio Art) Sculpture (Studio Art) MUSIC Applied Music (Instrumental, Piano, or Vocal Performance) Music Music Minor Music Education (Instrumental or Choral) Music Major with Elective Studies in Business Music Major with Jazz Studies Concentration THEATRE ARTS Theatre Acting Theatre Arts Theatre Arts with Teaching Certificate Theatre Design & Technology Theatre-Directing Minor Theatre Minor Theatre, Musical

MATHEMATICS & SCIENCES Artificial Intelligence Artificial Intelligence Minor Astronomy Behavior Analysis of Developmental Disabilities Concentration Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology Biology Biology Minor Biophysics Concentration Chemistry Chemistry Minor Comparative Animal Behavior Concentration Computer Science Computer Science Minor Data Analytics Data Analytics Minor Economics Environmental Science Environmental Science Minor Environmental Sustainability and Resilience Geography Minor Kinesiology Mathematics Mathematics Minor Mathematics Education (Secondary) Mathematics for Secondary Education Minor Neuroscience Neuroscience Minor Physics Physics Minor Psychology Psychology Minor Quantitative Economics Spatial and Informational Technology Minor Zoo & Conservation Science Concentration INTERDISCIPLINARY Individualized Major Interdisciplinary Study of the Humanities and Sciences Concentration Military Studies Minor BRIGHT COLLEGE

AA Degree in Business, Organization, and Professional Studies AA Degree in Integrated Arts, Sciences, and Humanities

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS & PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION Accounting Accounting Minor Actuarial Science Actuarial Science Concentration Actuarial Science Minor Business Studies Business Studies Minor Business Law Business-Law (3+3) Data Analytics Economics Economics Minor Entrepreneurship Minor Entrepreneurship Concentration Finance Finance Concentration Finance Minor Information Systems Information Systems Concentration

SCHOOL OF EDUCATION

Doctor Master Master Master Master Master

of of of of of of

Education (PhD, EdD, and EdS) Arts in Teaching Science in Teaching Science in Leadership Development Science in Counseling Science in Education

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS & PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

Master Master Master Master

of of of of

Accounting Business Administration Public Administration Data Analytics Leadership

SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM & MASS COMMUNICATION

Undergraduate Programs COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES

Graduate Programs

Information Systems Minor International Business Law and Business Minor Management and Organizational Leadership Management Concentration Management Minor Marketing Marketing Minor Quantitative Economics Risk Management & Insurance Minor

SCHOOL OF EDUCATION

Education Studies Minor Elementary Teacher Education (K–8) Leadership Education and Development Minor Secondary Teacher Education (5–12) Social Justice in Urban Education Concentration Adult Learning and Talent Development Minor

SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM & MASS COMMUNICATION Advertising Advertising Minor Digital Media Production Magazine Media Magazine Media Minor Multimedia Journalism Open Communication Open Journalism Public Relations Strategic Political Communication COLLEGE OF PHARMACY & HEALTH SCIENCES

Athletic Training (apply after completing Pre-athletic Training) Diabetes Concentration Health Sciences Clinical and Applied Sciences Track Health Sciences Health Care Administration Track Health Science, Public Health Major Occupational Therapy (OTD—apply after completing Pre-occupational Therapy) Pharmacy (Pharm.D.—apply after completing Pre-pharmacy) Global and Comparative Public Health Concentration PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS Pre-athletic Training Pre-dentistry Pre-engineering Pre-law Pre-medicine Pre-nursing Pre-occupational Therapy Pre-pharmacy Pre-veterinary Medicine CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

Global Ambassador

LAW SCHOOL Joint 3+3 degrees with Arts & Sciences, Business, Journalism, and Health Sciences

Learn more at drake.edu/academics/undergraduate

Master of Arts in Communication

COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES

Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis

COLLEGE OF PHARMACY & HEALTH SCIENCES

Master of Science in Athletic Training Occupational Therapy Doctorate Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D)

LAW SCHOOL

Juris Doctor Master of Jurisprudence in Compliance and Risk Management Master of Law

Learn more at drake.edu/graduate

At Drake, you won’t have to sort through all of the transfer logistics on your own.

Our transfer admission counselors will be with you every step of the way, even if you’re not transferring from a college with an articulation agreement. Our counselors and advisors help you navigate the application process, financial aid, transfer credit evaluation, and help you plan your degree by providing ongoing support throughout your time at Drake.

You are never a number at Drake. Your success is important to us, so we take the time to provide recommendations based on your specific experiences and help connect you to key players related to your academic and career interests.

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RESIDENCE LIFE | DRAKE

Make yourself at home Drake offers seven residence halls: three

suites in Goodwin-Kirk Residence Hall,

for upperclass students (sophomore and

which are available only to sophomores,

above) and four for first-year students.

juniors, and seniors.

Residence halls are spacious and updated,

Off-campus housing options include

and include standard features like air

private apartments, rental homes, and the

conditioning, quiet study floors, and of

Drake West Village complex, which has

course, high-speed wired and wireless

apartments available for juniors, seniors,

internet access in all rooms and lounge

and graduate students.

areas. Room options range from single, double, and triple rooms to three-room

Take a closer look at Drake through an in-person or virtual tour. drake.edu/visit

WHO LIVES ON CAMPUS Full-time students must live in a Drake residence hall during any period of University enrollment within two years following high school graduation.

Exceptions include individuals who are married or live within a 45-mile radius of Drake University with their parent(s)/legal guardian and have completed the Commuter Application, and received written approval from the Office of Residence Life to live off campus as a commuter student.

If this is not the case, you should reserve your place in the residence halls by submitting an online contract. Information will be provided in your admission packet. Even if you’re not required to live on campus, you’re welcome to do so.

Regardless of where you live, the Drake campus, with its student center amenities, beautiful green spaces, libraries, study nooks, and arts and athletics venues, will become home. It’s where you’ll build friendships, expand your world, and discover new passions—and have a lot of fun along the way.

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Special Dietary Dining Options

Allergen-Free

Gluten-Free

Vegan

THE FOOD

Feed your curiosity Food is a BIG deal to college students. That’s why you can choose when, where, what, and how you like to eat at Drake.

With a newly renovated dining hall, The Hub, a grab-and-go convenience store, and a Starbucks, you’ll have options when hunger strikes.

For special dietary needs, there’s the vegan bar, Simple Servings (allergen-free), and My Zone (gluten-free bakery).

Plus, downtown Des Moines is literally next door. Be ready for a taste test when you tour Drake and hit one of Des Moines’ eclectic eateries while you’re in town.

Learn more at drake.edu/life/dining

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LET LOOSE

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Even though Drake is unapologetically academic, that doesn’t mean you won’t have fun. All books with no breaks makes even the most cheerful Bulldog moody.

JOIN A CLUB OR EMBRACE GREEK LETTERS Drake offers more than 150+ student organizations to choose from, designed around any interest you can imagine—business, politics, religion, sports,

The total college experience includes special

art, music, theatre, the outdoors, academics,

events, paint fights, famous visitors, Bulldog

health, service, literature, world cultures, media,

fan moments, socials, concerts, clubs, fine arts events, and the bizarre world record attempts Drake is known for. If you’re into extracurriculars, you’ll find an amazing array of choices at Drake.

For seriously rewarding fun, get involved in whatever moves you—connecting with special-needs peers through Best Buddies, leading fundraisers, going on Habitat for Humanity builds, or taking on a servicelearning experience.

Ask your campus student guide for the real beyond-the-books story.

You’ll quickly understand that Bulldogs know how to have fun.

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and even poker.

Drake has 14 social fraternities and sororities on campus. Joining one can be a great way to immerse yourself in the campus community, gain leadership experience, take part in service projects, and be part of a community that will enhance your Drake experience.

Learn more at drake.edu/life

DES MOINES

Half a million people in the center of it all Greater Des Moines is a thriving, eclectic, diverse city that’s equally proud of its agrarian roots and cosmopolitan flair. It’s an amazing place to experience great food, great music, and great times, and it’s full of businesses hungry for new professional talent.

#5 Best Place to Live in the U.S. —U.S. News & World Report, 2020

Top 10 Cities to Live in After the Pandemic —Today, 2021

Des Moines is one of the country’s best-kept secrets —The Ascent, 2021

Going to college in Des Moines means traveling city blocks, not highway miles, to hear from (and meet with!) national and international luminaries. You’ll also be at ground zero for the first-in-the-nation presidential caucuses every four years.

Professors and advisers will help you connect with great internships that build your resume and often result in job offers.

All of that, plus the many social, musical, entertainment, and other personal experiences metro Des Moines offers, puts you in the center of it all.

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Drake’s prime location in Des Moines and status as the only top-ranked university in the metro area mean incredible internships in your field are nearby and plentiful. “Learn-by-doing” is a thing

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INTERNSHIPS

When here. Professors are eager to help connect you to opportunities around the nation and world. The Iowa Capitol and downtown Des Moines are just a few minutes away, so you don’t need to wait for summer to have an amazing internship.

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“During each of my three years at Drake I held a different, eye-opening internship. I received these positions because of the knowledge I gained in class and the network I created on campus. Having the opportunity to work in my chosen field prior to graduation reassured me that I received the skill set to be successful post-graduation and that being a transfer student didn’t

” education limit my opportunities to be successful at Drake.”

— Shameka Brown, sociology & African diaspora studies; Class of 2020 Transferred from Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC)

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country, or hemisphere. It’s really up

STUDY ABROAD

classroom—and maybe out of the state, to you.

J-Term allows you to dive into subjects like

DRAKE

The world is your classroom

Drake’s January Term gets you out of the

letterpress or robot programming or do some traveling while learning in places like Washington, D.C., Europe, Chile, the Galapagos Islands, and the Bahamas. No extra tuition needed.

You can also take exploration to the next level—a study abroad experience, with various locations (more than 70 countries), lengths of stay, language involvement, and experiences available.

“Studying abroad gave me a whole new perspective on life. Regarding my major, it gave me more of a sense of connecting with people as people, rather than clients, when I enter the workforce—and to be more open to cultural differences and how I can implement them into cultural representation in my field. Also, studying abroad opened me up to a whole new plethora of majors I may be interested in.”

— Maya Jade Alexander, marketing and advertising; Overland Park, Kan.; Class of 2022

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NEXT STEPS EXPLORE

Drake University’s colleges and schools

Take a closer look at Drake by browsing our website. drake.edu

VISIT IN-PERSON OR VIRTUALLY

COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES Providing the foundation of the liberal arts degree, including the sciences, humanities, fine arts, and languages.

The best way to get to know Drake is through an in-person or virtual visit. Our visits include a student led tour to explore campus, the chance to talk with faculty, and a meeting with your

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS & PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

admission counselor. Each visit offers something a little different,

Business education rooted in real-world practice that gives you the

so check out your options at our website. drake.edu/visit

knowledge and experience to thrive in an evolving marketplace.

APPLY

SCHOOL OF EDUCATION

Apply online for free—scholarships of $19,000 or more are

Classroom instruction coupled with experience teaching in urban,

guaranteed to all admitted full-time transfer students enrolling

suburban, and rural schools.

at Drake for the first time.

SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM & MASS COMMUNICATION We are looking for smart, interesting, inspired, and inspirational

Fostering strategic thinking with diverse media and

individuals who can help shape Drake’s campus culture as we

communications skills.

move into the future. Our admission committee will review your materials carefully, looking at everything you bring to the table.

COLLEGE OF PHARMACY & HEALTH SCIENCES

drake.edu/apply

Hands-on experience and academic programming that prepares

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students for success in healthcare fields.

Get answers to your questions or request help in arranging a

DRAKE LAW SCHOOL

visit that’s customized just for you and your interests.

Offering a variety of master’s degree programs in addition to the

OFFICE OF ADMISSION 1-515-271-3181 admission@drake.edu drake.edu

Juris Doctor degree required to become an attorney.

JOHN DEE BRIGHT COLLEGE Our newest college redefines the associate degree experience with our two-year programs to help students reach their goals faster.

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LET’S TALK DETAILS Drake offers several things that help take the sting out of the phrase “tuition and fees.”

Scholarships • Presidential Transfer Scholarship of $19,000–$23,000 given to all first-time transfer students enrolling full-time. This scholarship is renewable.

• Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Scholarship of $21,000–$25,000 per year for eligible students transferring directly from community colleges. This scholarship is renewable, but cannot be combined with the Presidential Scholarship.

• Drake University Legacy Awards of $2,500 for children, grandchildren, and greatgrandchildren of Drake alumni who enroll full-time.

• Carver Scholarships selectively awarded to students who meet GPA qualifications and other requirements. Learn more at carvertrust.org • Fine Arts Scholarships given to those seeking a degree in fine arts who display exceptional talents in art and design, music, or theater arts.

• NCAA Division I Athletic scholarships offered to outstanding student-athletes.

For more information and stipulations, visit drake.edu/scholarships.

Financial Aid File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (available at fafsa.gov beginning Oct. 1) and list Drake University (Title IV code: 001860).

The FAFSA may be completed and filed prior to admission. International students may apply for a grant by downloading and submitting the Drake University International Financial Aid Form to the Office of Admission.

Tuition Guarantee You will receive an exceptional Drake education at a fixed tuition cost that will not change during your undergraduate years at Drake. While peer institutions have historically raised tuition by 17.5 percent over four years, Drake students remain locked into their tuition rate while earning their bachelor’s degree. That’s a zero increase in tuition during their years as a student, which allows for better planning of educational expenses. drake.edu/tuition-guarantee

for courses in which you have received a grade of “A,” “B,” or “C” (where “C” is equal to 2.0) or the equivalent of “P” on a pass-fail system (where “P” indicates a quality of work no lower than “C” on a conventional grading scale). A minimum of 30 semester hours must be completed while in residence at Drake.

A course-by-course review of all attempted and completed courses is prepared for each admitted transfer student by his or her college or school. You will receive details on how to access your unofficial Drake transcript online.

You’ll meet individually with Drake’s transfer student transition advisor to review how your credits transfer to Drake and what classes you should take for your program interests.

When final official transcripts are received for any courses completed after admission, your Drake record is updated.

General Education Articulation Agreement Admitted students who have met the criteria outlined below will enter Drake University having fulfilled the Drake Curriculum general education requirements (Areas of Inquiry), with the exception of the senior capstone requirement in the student’s area of study. Students within one year of high school graduation are required to complete a first-year seminar.

Criteria • Minimum 60 semester credits acceptable for transfer.

• Minimum 2.00 cumulative grade point average in transfer coursework.

• One of the following degrees from a regionally accredited institution: • Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree from a community college in Iowa, Illinois, Minnesota, or Missouri.

• Associate of Science (A.S.) degree from a community college in Iowa.

• Bachelor’s degree from any regionally accredited institution.

Students are required to submit a final transcript with proof of their degree prior to the beginning of their second term (excluding summer or J-Term) of enrollment.

Students who fail to provide the appropriate documentation will be required to complete the general education requirements.

Students who do not meet the criteria above will have their credits evaluated on a courseby-course basis.

TRANSFERRING CREDIT

TRANSFER PROCESS

When you enroll at Drake, you may transfer up to 94 academic credit hours for all majors except the professional PharmD program, which accepts up to 181 credits from regionally accredited institutions. A maximum of 66 credits may be transferred from two-year institutions. Up to 16 credit hours of career-technical courses may be accepted at the discretion of the assistant or associate dean of the Drake college or school in which you want to enroll. Courses accepted for transfer credits must parallel courses offered at Drake or otherwise be appropriate for collegelevel credit. Drake considers full transfer credit

How to Apply Access and submit an online application for admission using the Common Application by visiting commonapp.org or apply at drake.edu/apply. There is no fee for applying online. Any of these applications may be used for all programs of study with the exception of the PharmD, OTD and MAT programs. See drake. edu/admission/transferstudents/ applicationrequirements/ for more information.

APPLYING TO DRAKE: YOUR NEXT STEPS Important—follow this guide to complete the necessary admission and financial aid steps to successfully transition from applicant to Drake student. You may begin these steps the year before you wish to enroll. (e.g., If you wish to start in August 2022, your admission process begins in October/November 2021).* FOR A FALL SEMESTER START Oct. 1: U.S. students begin filing FAFSA (Title IV code: 001860).* October–November*: Begin the admission application process for the following year’s fall term.

March 1: Priority filing date for federal, state, and institutional aid. Financial aid award letters are mailed as awards are completed.

Late March: Orientation and registration information is mailed to admitted students.

Mid-April: Individual registration, by appointment, for fall and summer classes begins for admitted transfer students and continues through mid-August.

July 1: Applications received after this date will be considered on a space-available basis.

Deadline for Iowa resident students to apply for financial aid with the intent of qualifying for the Iowa Tuition Grant program.* Late July: Residence hall room assignments are posted electronically for students who applied for on-campus housing.

August: Welcome Weekend, international student orientation, New Student Program for transfer students, including orientation session and academic meeting, final registration for fall term, and classes begin.

FOR A SPRING SEMESTER START Oct. 1*: U.S. students begin filing the FAFSA (Title IV code: 001860).* March 1: Priority filing date for federal, state, and institutional aid.

July 1: Deadline for Iowa resident students to apply for financial aid with the intent of qualifying for the Iowa Tuition Grant program.* Aug. 1: Begin the admission application process for the following year’s spring term.

September: Notification of admission begins for spring term; financial aid awards are mailed as they are completed.

October: Registration and orientation information is mailed to all admitted transfer students.

November: Individual registration appointments begin and continue until classes begin in late January.

Dec. 1: Applications received after this date will be considered on a space-available basis.

Early January: Residence hall room assignment notification for students who applied for oncampus housing.

Late January: Classes begin International student orientation New student program held for all students beginning their first enrollment to learn about campus resources.

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MOVING FORWARD— TOGETHER LAST YEAR WASN’T NORMAL FOR ANYONE. TAKE A LOOK AT THE ENCLOSED BOOKLET TO GET A GLIMPSE INTO WHAT REGULAR LIFE LOOKS LIKE ON CAMPUS. TO STAY UP-TO-DATE ON EVERYTHING DRAKE UNIVERSITY, KEEP AN EYE ON YOUR EMAIL OR VISIT DRAKE.EDU

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