Drexel University was founded in 1891. Now it serves students and society through comprehensive integrated academic offerings enhanced by technology, co-operative education, and clinical practice in an urban setting, with global research, scholarly activities, and community initiatives. It is one of the largest and most prominent private, not-for-profit universities in the United States. It is the first major university to require all students to have access to a personal computer (1983)

80% of faculty hold a PhD or the highest degree in their field

Participants:

Intensive English:  6 week and 11 week courses year round for beginning to advanced level students. Pre-academic coursework and opportunities for university study. $3250 per term.
18 hours of Required Classes per Week:
- Speaking/Listening class (1 1/2 hour morning classes, 5 days a week)
- Reading/Writing class (1 1/2 hour morning classes, 5 days a week)
- Special Topic class (1 1/2 hour afternoon classes, 2 days a week)

Global Business English (GLOBE) - a pre-MBA program for high-intermediate to advanced level students. The program helps to acquire learning strategies for university success; master academic writing skills students will need in their MBA program; read authentic texts like The Harvard Business Review; improve your presentation and negotiation skills; develop better communication strategies; understand U.S. and international business practices; earn a Certificate of Business English. $3250 per term.

Special Topics, Electives, and university courses:  Classes for Drexel international students and others who can only study a few hours a week. $550 per week

For Medical and Business Professionals:  10-week courses year-round plus customized programs for individuals or groups.