Drake University

Drake University is a private university in Des Moines, Iowa, with a campus of about 150 acres in the state capital and an enrollment of roughly 4,600 students. Founded in 1881, the institution offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional education across colleges and schools that include business, education, journalism and mass communication, law, pharmacy and health sciences, and the liberal arts and sciences. Its academic profile combines broad undergraduate study with professional preparation, including the Drake University Law School and the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.

The university serves students through more than 100 majors, minors, and concentrations and emphasizes applied learning, civic engagement, and leadership. Drake’s location in Des Moines connects students with internships, clinical placements, government, nonprofit, and corporate opportunities in Iowa’s largest metropolitan area. The institution is also known for signature programs and events tied to its campus and city, including the Drake Relays, a long-running track and field meet that brings athletes and visitors to Des Moines each spring.