Drew University

Drew University, a Phi Beta Kappa liberal arts university, includes the College of Liberal Arts, the Drew Theological School and the Caspersen School of Graduate Studies. Drew is located on a beautiful, wooded, 186-acre campus in Madison, New Jersey, a thriving small town close to New York City.

It has a total enrollment of more than 2,000 students and has 148 full-time faculty members, 99% of whom hold the terminal degree in their field. The Theological and Caspersen schools offer MA and PhD degrees and the College confers BA and BS degrees in more than 30 disciplines.

Drew’s new, one-of-a-kind, leading edge path to an undergraduate degree, Launch, ensures that every student graduates with a purpose, sought-after transferable skills, a network of mentors, and an experience-based résumé—guaranteed. Particularly noteworthy opportunities for undergraduates include the Charles A. Dana Research Institute for Scientists Emeriti (RISE), home of 2015 Nobel Prize Winner for Medicine and Drew Fellow William Campbell, the Drew Summer Science Institute (DSSI), the Center for Civic Engagement, as well as New York City semesters focusing on Wall Street, the United Nations, Contemporary Art, Theatre, Social Entrepreneurship and Communications and Media in New York City and several international semester programs.

Drew also houses the Center on Religion, Culture & Conflict, the Center for Holocaust/Genocide Study and the Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey, an independent professional theater, as well as the United Methodist Archives and History Center and one of the country’s leading concentrations of materials on Willa Cather.

Faculties

Choose from 37 majors, 60+ minors, 12 combined-degree programs and 17 pre-professional programs. Our Launch undergraduate experience puts you on a trajectory of success, while your program of study guides your focus.

• Anthropology
• Art
• Art History
• Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
• Biology
• Business
• Business Management (Combined Degree)
• Chemistry
• Chinese Studies
• Classics
• Communications & Media
• Computer Science
• Creative Writing
• Economics
• Engineering (Combined Degree)
• Engineering Physics
• English
• Environmental Management (Combined Degree)
• Environmental Science
• Environmental Studies & Sustainability
• Forestry (Combined Degree)
• French
• German Studies
• History
• International Relations
• Italian Studies
• Law (Combined Degree)
• Mathematics
• Medicine (Combined Degree)
• Music
• Dance
• Neuroscience
• Nursing (Combined Degree)
• Nutrition/Dietetics (Combined Degree)
• Pan-African Studies
• Philosophy
• Physics
• Political Science
• Psychology
• Public Health
• Religion, Comparative
• Sociology
• Software Engineering (Combined Degree)
• Spanish
• Teaching (Combined Degree)
• Theatre Arts
• Women’s & Gender Studies
• Writing & Communication Studies

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Merit Scholarships
Drew is quite generous with financial aid and provides over $35 million to its students in financial aid each year. Both domestic and international students can qualify for merit-based scholarships, which are based on previous academic achievement. These scholarships do not require any additional application so students are automatically considered at the point of admission.

In addition to these merit scholarships, first-year students may also apply for Drew Action Scholars and the Drew Scholarship for the Arts. Drew Action Scholars is for students committed to community, innovation and global impact in a connected world. The Drew Scholarship for the Arts is for students who excel in the arts and plan to be an active member of the art community at Drew.

Need-Based Financial Assistance
In addition to merit aid, US citizens who file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) are also considered for need-based financial assistance. Limited need-based funds are also available to international students who submit the International Student Financial Aid Application.

Campus life

Our campus, called The Forest, is a ten-minute walk from the Madison train station, which takes you directly to Midtown Manhattan in under an hour. Our location allows you to experience the excitement and opportunities of New York City without living in the middle of it 24/7 (yet).

Our hometown of Madison and nearby Morristown are fun, with Food Network-famous cafes, cute shops and a music scene. Also, located within a one-hour radius are a wildlife refuge, the Jersey Shore, the Meadowlands (where the NY Giants and Jets play) and the world-class museums, concert venues, sports arenas, clubs, galleries, theaters, architecture, etc., of New York City.

True Drew Community Traditions

Since our founding 150 years ago, we grew from one school to three, from 12 students to 2,200 and from one building to 46. Throughout, we established and grew a powerful community by honoring our old traditions and creating new ones that link our students, faculty, staff and alums on campus and cross the globe.

The Forest Awakens!

Get in the game, stay active and live a healthy lifestyle with Drew Athletics and Recreation.

Drew is the home of the Rangers and 20 NCAA Division III varsity sports. Student-athletes at Drew are renowned for their dual passion for their sport and their academic careers. Typically making up one-quarter of the student body, Rangers have boasted championship titles, scholarly awards and real-world experience during their careers in The Forest. When offered academic freedom, the ability to compete and deep resources to land internships and jobs, Rangers say, “I’ll have one of each, please.”

You don’t have to wear a uniform to reap the benefits of Drew’s Athletics and Recreation department. Campus Recreation’s programs are designed to meet the needs of the whole community, including all students, staff and faculty. Programs provide opportunities for the worthwhile use of leisure time and maintenance of high-level health and wellness. Activities are held in the Simon Forum and associated outdoor facilities.

What’s Your Pleasure?

The Commons

Students gather at the Commons, tucked into the trees, for its all-you-care-to-enjoy dining with made-to-order, restaurant-style meals. With recent renovations fresh as a just-baked cookie, the new to-go boxes, online catering system and vegan and gluten-free dishes draw the crowds.

Ehinger Center Food Court

Cravings, meet the Food Court. Breakfast, lunch and dinner, it offers classic favorites, plus seasonal and on-trend fare. Between the Pizzeria, the Grille Works and the Sandwich Shack, appetites meet their match.

Starbucks and Peet’s Coffee

With two cafes on campus (Starbucks in the Ehinger Center and Peet’s in Brothers College), you always have easy access to power up with a caffeine kick or a treat.

C-Store

Want to grab a quick snack? Hit up the convenience store in McLendon Hall. You’ll find grab-and-go items and self-serve coffee.

Food Trucks

Food trucks are sometimes a highlight of special campus events. From The Empanada Guy to The Thai Elephant, the trucks bring fun new flavors that (literally) spice things up.

Stepping Out for a Bite

Sooner or later, you’ll want to try out the local eateries, and believe us, you will not be disappointed. From pizza at Urban Fire just a hop and a skip away to the Nautilus Diner, delicious opportunities abound.