Drexel University Top Questions

Being in a large city is a challenge, but it's also exciting because there are so many things do do and see.

There is not much to do in the area. Whenever I am free I walk around Philly but I don't find much to do not outside the campus. Usually you have to go far to go to a good place to hang out or find something fun to do.

The worst thing about Drexel University is the neighborhood surrounding it which is prone to crime. But to keep students safe, Drexel has increased their campus safety staff and has also introduced Drexel Police to carry weapons. I think as long as students think about their actions and practice caution, they can stay safe.

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Tuition payments are high because it is a Private school. They supposedly give a lot of money to incoming students, however when I was accepted I didn't get any scholorships. And now since I'm already an "accepted" student I am not able to appeal my scholorship.

My shcool is SO EXTREMELY expensive! I am literally the definition of a "poor, broke, starving college kid." I do get some financial aid, but it could be better. The meal plan situation is not well thought out--and housing is very expensive. I have saved a lot by living off campus this semester.

The campus lacks unity. Half of the campus is constantly on co-op and therefore not in class or on campus. As a result there is little school spirit.

The Politics. Big school the faculty are the bosses we to do whatever they say or life will be hard on us.

The worst thing about the school is a lot of the students are local so they often go home on the weekends. It gets hard to find fun things to do when you are 21.

The worst thing about Drexel was the expense. The education I received there was well worth the money spent; however, the tuition and fees are pretty steep compared to many other schools in the area. I qualified for Federal Stafford loans to pay for part of the cost, but the rest was paid through private loans. Just knowing how much money I would owe following graduation provided me with the motivation to do well in my studies and find a job as quickly as possible.