About Drexel University. Drexel University in Philadelphia, PA reports an overall acceptance rate of 79.4%, an early-round acceptance rate of 95.5%, an SAT middle 50% of 1230–1430, a class size of 2,881, and a yield of 9.0% based on the most recent Common Data Set filings. Known for largest co-op program in the US (6-month paid work experiences). Strong engineering, nursing, and information science programs in downtown Philadelphia.