Tuition and Fees
Westphal College of Media Arts & Design
| 2008–09 Graduate Tuition | Credit-Hour Rate | Average Cost Per Class |
|---|---|---|
| Westphal College of Media Arts & Design | $875 | $2,625 |
| • Interior Design | $700 | $2,800 |
| 2008–09 General Fees | Per Term |
|---|---|
| Full-Time General Fee (per term) | $230 |
| Part-Time General Fee (per term) | $115 |
| Immunization Fee (Entering International Students) | $30 |
Drexel University Online Students — For tuition rates of online programs, please contact Drexel University Online at 1-877-215-0009.
Disclaimer
Tuition and fee rates, which are established annually by the University's Board of Trustees, are subject to change without notice. For the most updated information, please contact the Office of Student Accounts/Bursar at 215-895-1445.
Housing
Though some on-campus housing may be available for graduate students through a lottery system, Drexel graduate students typically live off campus and commute by foot, bike, car, or public transit. Visit the Residential Living Office website for more information about living on campus.
The University's Office of Off-Campus Housing maintains lists of area landlords and can help you with the basics of finding a place to live.
Average Rent
Apartment prices in Philadelphia vary widely based on size, amenities, and location. The following numbers are meant as a guideline only. Note: These numbers come from the University of Pennsylvania's Off-Campus Living Office.
University City and West Philadelphia
- Efficiency/studio (one room): $425–$1,124 per month; average $690
- House share: $484–$807 per month; average $676
- One bedroom: $525–$1,470 per month; average $850
- Two bedroom: $715–$2,300 per month; average $1,248
Center City and Art Museum Area
- Efficiency/studio (one room): $700–$1,874 per month; average $1,030
- One bedroom: $910–$2,529 per month; average $1,528
- Two bedroom: $1,230–$3,195 per month; average $1,968
Searching for Apartments
Drexel's student newspaper, The Triangle, features classified listings for apartments, houses, and roommates.
International House, located just a few blocks from Drexel on the University of Pennsylvania campus, offers relatively inexpensive housing for students from all over the world.
The University of Pennsylvania, Drexel's neighbor in University City, provides detailed search forms for apartments and roommates (house/apartment shares) on their Off-Campus Living website.
The city's major daily newspaper, The Philadelphia Inquirer, has searchable classified ads for apartments.
The apartment listings from Philadelphia's two weekly alternative newspapers are also a popular choice with students:
The Philadelphia craigslist housing listings are updated several times a day.
Additional Expenses
In addition to tuition and fees, estimated expenses for a single full-time student for three terms of study include $1,500 for books and supplies, $2,750 for miscellaneous expenses, and $15,285 for living expenses (in off-campus housing).