Admissions FAQs
- Where is Drew located? Hide
Drew is located on the corner of California and Broderick Streets in Lower Pacific Heights. We are easily reached using MUNI lines 1, 24, 22, and 43.
- Where do Drew students live? Hide
Our applicants and students come from all over the San Francisco Bay Area. Most students live in San Francisco but we also attract students from Marin County, the East Bay and the south of the city.
- How big is the freshman class? Hide
Drew School enrolls 250 total students every year. Each grade, including the freshman class, averages about 60-65 students.
- Are an interview and visit required to apply? How are they scheduled? Hide
Although visits are not required, we strongly encourage all applicants to spend a morning or afternoon at Drew. During that time you will visit classes, meet students and teachers, and get a good sense of life at Drew. An interview, however, is a required part of the application. Most arrange to have their interview during the visit. You can schedule the visit/interview by contacting the Admissions Office at 409-3739.
- Do you require any tests to be submitted with the application? Hide
Tests are administered in October, November, December and January. You can register online at www.ssat.org. The Drew School code is 2888. Use this code to ensure we receive a score report.
- Does Drew accept transfer students? Hide
Drew considers transfer applications every admissions year and, based on available space, enrolls new students in the 10th, 11th, and sometimes the 12th grades. Transfer applications are accepted on a rolling basis depending on space.
- What are the test requirements for transfer students? Hide
Students applying to the 10th grade must submit either an SSAT or PSAT score from the fall or winter of the present school year. Applicants to 11th and 12th grade must submit PSAT or SAT scores.
- What is the tuition? Hide
The tuition for the 2008-09 academic year at Drew is $28,500. Textbooks, yearbook, PSAT fee, graduation fees, and Student Accident Insurance are included in the tuition. Tuition for the 2009-10 academic year will be set in early 2009.
- Is financial aid available? Hide
Financial aid is offered based on demonstrated need. Drew School uses the School and Student Service for Financial Aid (SSSFA) to help determine a family’s need. Upon receipt of the Financial Aid Information Request Card found in the admissions packet, we will send you the financial aid application. Applicant families must submit the Parent Financial Statement (PFS) to SSSFA who then estimates a family’s financial contribution. Applicants must also submit their 2007 tax forms by March 1, 2008. The Drew Financial Aid office will use this and the SSSFA estimate to determine an award.
- Where can I learn more about Drew's academic program? Hide
A detailed description of Drew's curriculum, including course descriptions and graduations requirements, is available on our website. Click here for more information.
- Where can I find out more about what makes Drew unique? Hide
Drew has many special and distinctive programs that help make a Drew education a unique experience. Some examples include: Drew Education for Active Lifelong Learning (DEALL); Senior Project; Advising Program; Friday Electives. Take a few moments to explore our website, and you will find many examples of the Drew difference.