Does Drake University require SAT or ACT scores?

Drake University has a test-optional policy — SAT or ACT scores may be submitted but are not required.

What is the Regular Decision deadline for Drake University?

The Regular Decision deadline is March 01, 2027, as published by the college and verified 2026-09-28.

Published sticker price is $52,130 per year before financial aid, as verified 2026-09-28.

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Des Moines, IA

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Testing policy

Test-optional

SAT range (middle 50%)

1110–1350

Annual cost (sticker price)

$52,130

Early Decision

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Early Action

December 01, 2026

Regular Decision

March 01, 2027

Common Application, Institutional Application

Every fact on this page traces to a source and a verification date, never an estimate. https://www.drake.edu/admission/first-year/datesdeadlines/ — verified 2026-09-28.