Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science
A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and students focused on high earning potential. graduation rate is below 40%; freshman retention is below 65%. graduates earn a median of $82,700 within 10 years; 54% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science is a private nonprofit institution located in Los Angeles, California with approximately 282 undergraduate students enrolled. The school is moderately selective, accepting approximately 39% of applicants. The average net price after financial aid is $35,558 per year. The graduation rate is 30%, and the typical graduate earns $82,700 within 10 years of enrollment.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: a 50% graduation rate means only half of students who start actually finish, which is a real concern worth discussing before enrolling. That said, graduates who do make it through end up earning a median of $82,700 ten years out — solid for a health sciences-focused institution — and the $18,750 median debt load is genuinely low compared to similar schools. Worth considering if you're committed to healthcare or medicine and want a small, mission-driven environment focused on underserved communities in LA, but go in with a clear plan and ask the school directly about what support systems exist to help students finish.
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Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 27% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
What Each Major Actually Earns
Median earnings four years after graduation, by major, next to the national median for that same major at every college. The school-wide average hides this: at most schools the spread between the best- and worst-paying majors is far wider than the gap between schools.
Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science graduates earn most above the national rate in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing ($146,374 vs $120,193 nationally), and most below it in Public Health ($70,438 vs $82,751).
| Major | Grads | Here | National | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 208 | $146,374 | $120,193 | +$26,181 |
| Public Health | 32 | $70,438 | $82,751 | −$12,313 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | 25 | $144,783 | $127,347 | +$17,436 |
U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard field-of-study data. Median earnings of graduates working and not enrolled four years after completing a master's degreehere. Majors with too few graduates to report are omitted for privacy, so this is not the school's full program list.
Will This School Pay Off?
Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (282 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science
1731 E 120th St
Los Angeles, CA 90059
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science?
Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science has an acceptance rate of 39%, based on the most recent data from the U.S. Department of Education.
Is Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science hard to get into?
Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of 39%. Solid grades and a complete application give most applicants a real shot.
How much does Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science cost?
The average net price at Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science is about $35,558 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.
What is the graduation rate at Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science?
Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science has a graduation rate of 30%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.
Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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