Drake University, School of Accounting Program Profile

Drake University
Des Moines, Iowa
School of Accounting
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Accounting Major

Drake University’s School of Accounting prepares graduates for entry-level positions in public, private, government, and nonprofit accounting, as well as for professional accounting certifications such as Certified Public Accountant. The undergraduate curriculum emphasizes ten academic areas, called the Areas of Inquiry. These include: 

• Communication
• Critical thinking
• Artistic expression
• Knowledge of history
• Computer literacy
• International consciousness
• Quantitative literacy
• Business ethics
• Community engagement

The accounting faculty brings a high level of expertise to the classroom—each of the department’s nine full-time faculty members have earned the highest academic degree in their field, and also have a wealth of real-world experience in a variety of industries. As a result, students graduate from Drake with the practical and theoretical knowledge necessary to excel in their desired professions.

What’s the school’s contact information?
Drake University School of Accounting
2507 University Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50311-4505
Phone: 800-44-DRAKE
Fax: 515-271-2831

Type of school? Private

How much is tuition?
Annual tuition: $ 28,250
Room and board: $ 8,410
Books and supplies: $ 900

What’s the typical student profile?
Drake University has a total enrollment of 3,527 undergraduate students. Of the student population, 43 percent are male and 57 percent are female.

What type of test scores do I need?
Range for SAT Critical Reading: 530-650
Range for SAT Math: 550-670
Range for ACT Composite: 24-30

Regular application deadline: March 1

Career and placement:
Students at Drake University are encouraged to get a head start on their professional aspirations by pursuing an internship before graduation. Most accounting majors participate in the school’s internship program in both their junior and senior years. As interns, students have many of the same responsibilities and work assignments as regular employees, allowing them to engage in real-world business tasks. With Drake’s campus located in Iowa’s capital city, students have access to a wide range of professional opportunities in public accounting and private industry.

Additionally, Drake University’s Professional and Career Development Services can help students with tasks like resume writing, graduate school search, and job placement. The department hosts a variety of on-campus events and workshops that can provide valuable networking and skill-building opportunities.

All data is as of 2012.