Beginners guide to Drake

 

Beginners Guide to Drake University

And what you need to know

 

Coming into college can be quite a nervous time for graduating seniors. Am I making the right decision? What should I be looking for? What is best for me? These questions may be constantly floating around when looking for which college to choose. However in this article, Drake University will be highlighted and hopefully, you can find all the answers to your questions below.

What?

            Drake University is a private university located in Des Moines, Iowa, and is recognized as one of the top universities in the Midwest. Drake has six different colleges consisting of the College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business and Public Administration, School of Education, School of Journalism and Mass Communication, Law School, and College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Along with six colleges, Drake also offers 160 student organizations, which include Greek life as well as many other clubs from arts to sports to robotics.

Where?

Like mentioned before the university is in Des Moines, Iowa which is a great up-and-coming city. Des Moines has it all. If you want to catch a baseball game, the Iowa Cubs play in Des Moines. If you’re into politics, Des Moines is the site of the first caucuses of the presidential primary and home to many campaign headquarters. If you want to watch a play or even participate in one, Des Moines Performing arts has multiple performances throughout the year. Basically, If you want it, chances are Des Moines has it? Not only does Des Moines have many attractions, but it is also a great landing spot for after college. Below is a list of some rankings Des Moines has received as of 2020-2021.

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

·       #2 Safest Place to Live – U.S. News & World Report, 2021

·       Top 10 City to Live in After the Pandemic – Today, 2021

·       #1 Best Place to Live in the Midwest for High Salaries and Low Cost of Living – The Ascent, 2021

In general, Des Moines is a great city and has many things to offer.

Who?

         Drake is a predominantly Caucasian campus but has been becoming increasingly diverse over the past five years. Since 2015, total minorities have increased by two percent each year and this trend is looking to keep going upward. Drake is increasing its diversity and is also increasing its international outreach. 143 students at the university come from 43 different countries. 19 percent of the campus is a part of the LGBTQ+ community. With all this diversity 83 percent of the students are comfortable with the climate at drake university.

How to Apply?

            Drake accepts the common application as well as a Drake application. Both carry equal weight in the acceptance process. Score reporting is optional, however, if you don’t submit scores, you have the option of either doing an admission interview or an application essay. Again, applicants will not be judged on which route they take.

When?

            Now! Visit www.drake.edu to begin your journey to becoming a Bulldog.