Frequently Asked Questions
Application Process
My first language is English. Can the TOEFL be waived for me?
All freshman applicants are required to take at least one of the following: SAT, TOEFL, IELTS or ACT. International applicants with both SAT and TOEFL or IELTS scores are considered more competitive candidates.
Transfer applicants must submit either TOEFL or IELTS scores unless English I and II have been successfully completed at a U.S. university that is regionally accredited.
See the International Application Instructions for more information.
How does Drexel determine if I am an international student?
If you are not a U.S. citizen and are not a U.S. permanent resident (green card holder), you are an international student.
Ninth grade is in middle school in my country. Do I still need to send my ninth grade transcripts?
You are required to submit these transcripts if you are applying as a freshman. An admissions decision cannot be made without these documents.
I am an international student. What do I need to do to transfer into Drexel University?
Refer to the International Application Instructions for a list of required materials.
How can I check my application status?
You can check the status of your application by visiting the Discover Drexel Portal. You will need your Student ID and PIN to access your application information. For assistance finding your Student ID and PIN, please refer to Locate Your Student ID and PIN.
Note: Information on Discover Drexel reflects what has been processed into our system. It will not reflect materials that we have received but have not yet been processed.
Where can I submit my application materials electronically?
Please refer to the International Application Instructions for detailed instructions on how to submit individual items.
Where should I mail my application materials?
Please refer to the International Application Instructions for our mailing addresses.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
Do I need to submit the International Students Financial Aid Application or the CSS Profile?
No, you are not required to submit either of these forms as part of the application process.
How do I apply for scholarship?
Students are automatically considered for academic scholarships during the application review process. No additional paperwork is required. Academic scholarship decisions are based on the credentials submitted at the time of application. Students who are awarded an academic scholarship will be notified in their acceptance letter.
I cannot cover the entire cost of a Drexel education. Can I have a job on-campus?
International students on an F1 visa may work on-campus. However, we cannot guarantee that you will be able to find a job. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide a job assignment to you and it will be your responsibility to seek out and apply for on-campus jobs if you wish to have one.
Drexel Co-op
I am an international student and will have an F1 visa. Can I do co-op?
Yes, you are eligible to participate in the co-op program if you have an F1 visa.
Will participating in the co-op program affect my OPT?
Yes, since co-op is a requirement for your degree and considered part of your education, you can participate in co-op on a student visa. If you take the One Co-op (Four years) option, it will not affect your OPT. If you take the Three Co-op (Five years) option, it will affect your OPT if you do all of your co-ops in the United States. For more information about this, please contact our ISSS office at: isss@drexel.edu or by phone at 215-895-2502.
I am not on a student visa. I have an H4 (L2, etc.) visa. How does co-op work for me? Can I participate?
Please contact the ISSS office regarding this issue. They can be reached by email at: isss@drexel.edu or by phone at 215-895-2502.