Drexel University

Philadelphia, PA
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    Faculty & Research

    154 faculty · 293 courses · data as of 2026-07-02

    Computer Science40 faculty · 40 courses avg h-index 15.8 #54 of 88 in Computer Science
    Ali Shokoufandeh, Distinguished University Professor & Interim Dean h-index 38
    Notable: “Manufacturing feature recognition from solid models: a status report” (2000) · 273 citations
    Yuanfang Cai, Professor h-index 37
    Notable: “A survey on large language model (LLM) security and privacy: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly” (2024) · 873 citations
    Dario Salvucci, Professor & Interim Associate Dean of Academic Operations h-index 36
    Notable: “Identifying fixations and saccades in eye-tracking protocols” (2000) · 2,162 citations
    David E. Breen, Professor h-index 32
    Notable: “Predicting the drape of woven cloth using interacting particles” (1994) · 379 citations
    Courses: Computer Science Principles · Introduction to Computer Science · Computer Programming I · Computer Programming II · Advanced Computer Programming I · Introduction to Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning +34 more
    Nursing40 faculty · 40 courses avg h-index 11.4 #3 of 37 in Nursing
    Joke Bradt, Professor h-index 34
    Jennifer Coates, Track Director, Associate Clinical Professor h-index 32
    Rose Ann DiMaria-Ghalili, Professor and Senior Associate Dean for Research h-index 21
    Notable: “Malnutrition Diagnoses in Hospitalized Patients” (2013) · 230 citations
    Joan Rosen Bloch, Associate Professor Emerita h-index 21
    Notable: “Postpartum Physical Symptoms in New Mothers: Their Relationship to Functional Limitations and Emotional Well‐being” (2008) · 193 citations
    Courses: Contemporary Health Care · Concepts of Pathophysiology in Nursing · Health Assessment for Nursing Practice · Fundamentals of Nursing Practice · Courageous Action: Leading Authentically · Group Dynamics and Leading Teams +34 more
    Biomedical Engineering24 faculty · 40 courses avg h-index 29.4 #4 of 20 in Biomedical Engineering
    Xiao Huang, Assistant Professor h-index 86
    Notable: “Graphene-based composites” (2011) · 3,824 citations
    Hasan Ayaz, Professor h-index 50
    Wan Shih, Professor h-index 44
    Notable: “Scaling behavior of the elastic properties of colloidal gels” (1990) · 868 citations
    Sriram Balasubramanian, Professor h-index 27
    Notable: “FinFET-based SRAM design” (2005) · 156 citations
    Courses: Introduction to BMES Design I: Defining Medical Problems · Introduction to BMES Design II: Evaluating Design Solutions · Biomedical Engineering Freshman Seminar I · Programming and Modeling for Biomedical Engineers I · Programming and Modeling for Biomedical Engineers II · The Body Synthetic +34 more
    Biology24 faculty · 40 courses avg h-index 22.5 #20 of 68 in Biology
    Kevin Smith, Associate Teaching Professor h-index 45
    Notable: “A high-density consensus map of barley linking DArT markers to SSR, RFLP and STS loci and agricultural traits” (2006) · 366 citations
    Michael O'Connor, Professor Emerita h-index 43
    Thermal, hydric, & energetic effects on the activity and distribution of reptiles and amphibians Physical constraints on heat and mass exchange by reptiles and amphbians Physiological and physical constraints on gas exchange in sea tur
    Notable: “Composition, variability, and temporal stability of the intestinal microbiota of the elderly” (2010) · 1,743 citations
    Sean O'Donnell, Professor h-index 43
    The O’Donnell Lab Brain plasticity and the evolution of brain structure Social behavior and division of labor, especially of eusocial Hymenoptera Thermal ecology and thermal physiology Network models of social group organization Beha
    Notable: “Spontaneous Neural Activity Is Required for the Establishment and Maintenance of the Olfactory Sensory Map” (2004) · 420 citations
    Donna Murasko, Professor Emerita h-index 38
    Although my initial training was in tumor immunology, the focus of my research for more than 20 years examined changes in immune response with increasing age. Utilizing both mouse models and human samples, my colleagues and I investigated
    Notable: “Role of humoral and cell-mediated immunity in protection from influenza disease after immunization of healthy elderly” (2002) · 247 citations
    Courses: Applied Cells, Genetics & Physiology · Applied Biological Diversity, Ecology & Evolution · Cells, Genetics & Physiology · Cells, Genetics and Physiology Laboratory · Biological Diversity, Ecology & Evolution · Biological Diversity, Ecology and Evolution Laboratory +34 more
    Accounting13 faculty · 24 courses avg h-index 15.2 #5 of 22 in Accounting
    Hsihui Chang, KPMG Professor of Accounting h-index 35
    Managerial accounting, auditing, and information technology. Dr. Chang has published over 70 articles in high quality academic journals including 16 in ABS top-tier (4/4 ) journals such as The Accounting Review, Contemporary Account
    Notable: “IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON AUTOMATIC CONTROL” (2006) · 1,260 citations
    Xin Dai, Associate Professor h-index 17
    Curtis Hall, Department Head, Associate Professor h-index 10
    Notable: “Performing 'Initial Assessment': Identifying the Latent Conditions for Error at the Front-Door of Local Authority Children's Services” (2009) · 287 citations
    Anthony Curatola, Joseph F. Ford Professor of Accounting h-index 8
    Federal and State Income Tax Policy Retirement Income Taxation Fringe Benefits Taxation Federal and State Income Tax Research Retirement Income and Women Taxation Recent Media Mentions Filing Issues for Tax Year 2022 Strategic Finance Selec
    Notable: “The relation between national cultural dimensions and tax evasion” (2007) · 266 citations
    Courses: Accounting for Professionals · Financial Accounting Foundations · Managerial Accounting Foundations · Accounting Essentials for New Ventures · Emerging Issues in Accounting & Tax · Financial Reporting I +18 more
    Marketing13 faculty · 29 courses avg h-index 20.7 #7 of 22 in Marketing
    Rolph Anderson, Professor Emeritus h-index 46
    Marketing Strategy Selling and Sales Management Customer Satisfaction and Loyalty Marketing Education PhD Economics and Business Administration (Marketing Management)-University of Florida US 1971 MBA Marketing Management-Michigan State Uni
    Notable: “Multivariate Data Analysis, 6th ed” (2006) · 9,099 citations
    Rajneesh Suri, Professor h-index 31
    Consumer Behavior Pricing and Promotions Marketing Selected Works Articles Bhatt, Siddharth, and Suri, Rajneesh, Empty Space Surrounding the Price Impacts Price Magnitude Perceptions. European Journal of Marketing (Forthcoming). Bhatt, Sidd
    Notable: “The Effects of Time Constraints on Consumers' Judgments of Prices and Products” (2003) · 444 citations
    Bert Rosenbloom, Professor Emeritus h-index 20
    Marketing channels Marketing Strategy and Management Distribution Systems Education PhD Marketing-Temple University US 1974 MBA Marketing-Temple University US 1968 BS Business Administration-Temple University US 1966 Professional Experience
    Notable: “Customer intention to return online: price perception, attribute‐level performance, and satisfaction unfolding over time” (2005) · 460 citations
    Trina Larsen Andras, Assistant Dean for Societal Impact, Professor h-index 19
    Global Marketing Inter-Organizational Marketing Strategy Marketing Selected Works Articles Reavey, Brooke, Dimitrova, Boryana, and Larsen Andras, Trina, How Does Interaction Orientation Affect Export Performance. Journal of Interorganizatio
    Notable: “Using Corporate Social Responsibility to Win the War for Talent” (2008) · 643 citations
    Courses: Introduction to Marketing Management · Selling and Sales Management · Advertising & Integrated Marketing Communications · Marketing Channels and Distribution Systems · Marketing Insights · Professional Personal Selling +23 more

    Faculty counts are directory headcounts; the named list may be a subset. h-index shown only for ORCID-backed or high-confidence OpenAlex matches. Partial — enrichment ongoing.

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    About Drexel University. Drexel University in Philadelphia, PA reports an overall acceptance rate of 79.4%, an early-round acceptance rate of 95.5%, an SAT middle 50% of 1230–1430, a class size of 2,881, and a yield of 9.0% based on the most recent Common Data Set filings. Known for largest co-op program in the US (6-month paid work experiences). Strong engineering, nursing, and information science programs in downtown Philadelphia.

    Admissions and cost data as of July 3, 2026 (CDS 2024–25 cycle), from the most recent Common Data Set, IPEDS, and College Scorecard.

    Drexel University: key admissions facts

    Drexel University's overall acceptance rate is 79.4% (the most recent Common Data Set). Drexel University's early-round acceptance rate is 95.5% (the most recent Common Data Set). Drexel University's SAT middle-50% range is 1230–1430 (the most recent Common Data Set). The average unweighted GPA of admitted students at Drexel University is about 3.7 (the most recent Common Data Set). Drexel University's yield rate (the share of admitted students who enroll) is 9.0% (the most recent Common Data Set). The average net price at Drexel University for families earning under $75,000 is about $30,820 per year (U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data).

    Sources: Common Data Set (commondataset.org) · Drexel University on College Scorecard · NCES IPEDS · full source table

    How much does Drexel University cost for a family earning $75,000?

    A family earning under $30,000 pays about $28,055 per year in net price at Drexel University, while families earning over $110,000 pay about $48,089 (source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data). A family earning $75,000 falls in the $48,001–$75,000 bracket and pays about $34,970 per year after grants and scholarships.

    Drexel University: average annual net price by household income (most recent College Scorecard/IPEDS data)
    Household incomeAverage net price per year
    Under $30,000$28,055
    $30,001–$48,000$29,435
    $48,001–$75,000$34,970
    $75,001–$110,000$37,842
    Over $110,000$48,089

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the acceptance rate at Drexel University?

    Drexel University's overall acceptance rate is 79.4%, based on the most recent Common Data Set. Its early-round (early decision or early action) acceptance rate is 95.5%.

    What SAT score and GPA do you need for Drexel University?

    Admitted students at Drexel University typically have an SAT middle-50% range of 1230–1430 and an average unweighted GPA of about 3.7, according to the most recent Common Data Set. These are the middle of the range, so scores above them strengthen an application.

    Is it hard to get into Drexel University?

    Getting into Drexel University is relatively accessible: it admits 79.4% of applicants. Your realistic odds depend on how your GPA and test scores compare to its middle-50% ranges and on your application round — you can estimate them with the free College Monte Carlo chances calculator.

    Does Drexel University offer early decision or early action?

    Drexel University offers early decision (binding) and early action (non-binding). Applying early can help: its early-round acceptance rate is 95.5%, versus 79.4% overall.

    How much does Drexel University cost after financial aid?

    The average net price at Drexel University — the real cost after grants and scholarships, not the sticker price — is about $30,820 per year for families earning under $75,000, based on U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data. Higher-income families generally pay more; see the full net-price-by-income breakdown.

    How much does Drexel University cost for a family earning $75,000?

    A family earning under $30,000 pays about $28,055 per year in net price at Drexel University, while families earning over $110,000 pay about $48,089 (source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data). A family earning $75,000 falls in the $48,001–$75,000 bracket and pays about $34,970 per year after grants and scholarships.

    Not sure how to read these numbers? Start with our guide on how to estimate your admission chances. Drexel University offers a binding early-decision round, so weigh the trade-offs in our early decision vs. regular decision guide before committing.