It takes focus. It takes confidence. It takes drive. More than anything, transforming a vision into reality takes a belief in, and love of, everything for which you stand.

Defining Our Priorities

This focus, belief and love for Drake is rooted in the priorities that distinctlyDrake establishes. Discover more about our five priorities by selecting a box below.

Access to Opportunities

Competitive scholarships give outstanding students the chance to focus on their education and pursue their dreams.

Academic Centers

Interdisciplinary centers and programs enrich the learning experience and demonstrate a commitment to academic quality.

Chairs & Professorships

Endowed faculty positions encourage the nation's best and brightest scholars to join the Drake faculty.

Collective Strength

The Drake Fund provides the University with the necessary agility to build upon our 130-year legacy.

Capital Projects

New and improved state-of-the-art facilities create the type of exceptional learning environment that attracts top faculty and students.

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Drake's mission is to provide an exceptional learning environment that prepares students for meaningful personal lives, professional accomplishments, and responsible global citizenship. The Drake experience is distinguished by collaborative learning among students, faculty, and staff and by the integration of the liberal arts and sciences with professional preparation.

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