Drexel University Readmission Process

If you've previously attended Drexel University, you may need to apply for readmission in order to enroll in our online programs.

How do I know whether I need to apply for readmission?

You need to apply for readmission if you meet any of the following criteria:

• I was academically dismissed, not reinstated, and did not return for four or more consecutive quarters/three or more semesters*
• I took a leave of absence for four or more quarters/three or more semesters
• I have not registered for courses or been enrolled for four or more consecutive quarters/three or more consecutive semesters (one full academic year)

You do NOT need to apply for readmission if you meet any of the following criteria:

• I did not officially withdraw from Drexel AND have not been enrolled in classes for less than a year (four consecutive quarters or three consecutive semesters)
  • You are still considered an active student. Contact your advisor for reinstatement: Graduate Advisor List / Undergraduate Advisor List
• I am a current student who wishes to change my program
  • You are still considered an active student. Contact your advisor to change your program: Graduate Advisor List / Undergraduate Advisor List
• I have graduated, or am a previous non-degree, non-matriculated, or visiting student applying to a degree granting program
  • Apply as a new applicant by the program deadline
• I have only previously enrolled as a graduate/professional student at Drexel and am now looking to attend an undergraduate program
  • Apply as a new applicant by the program deadline

*Students who have been permanently dismissed are not eligible for readmission.

Okay, I meet one of the readmission criteria above, what next?

• Apply as a new applicant by the program deadline, selecting "readmit student" as your status
• If you are an alumni, military, or employee/member of one of Drexel's partner organizations and qualify for a tuition savings, be sure to note your affiliation in the Affiliation Information section of the application

What do I need to prepare before applying for readmission?

• Resolve any current holds on my record
• The most common holds are financial, academic, and judicial (student conduct). To learn if you have a hold, please log in via DrexelOne.
• Contact Drexel Central to re-establish my financial aid (if applicable)
• Have a list of any academic institutions I attended while away from Drexel and request my official transcripts from those institutions
• TIP: Request official transcripts early as they can take some time to process and arrive
• Prepare my readmission statement
• Discuss your interest in readmission, what you have been doing since last attending, and whether you left in good standing

*The review process may take a few weeks, therefore we recommend you complete your readmission application two months prior to the start of the term.

Questions?

Contact us at DUonline@drexel.edu or 877.215.0009