International Students

More than 150 international students from over 50 countries study at Drake University.

As an international student, you are a valued member of our campus community. The International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) Team will work to support you before you arrive and during your time here on campus. ISSS provides pre-arrival information, arrival and orientation services, immigration advice, and special programs specifically for international students.

Applying to Drake

If you are an international student interested in applying to Drake, we invite you to learn more about the application process on our admissions page.

Admitted Students

Already admitted to Drake? There are just a few things to do before you come to Campus, and we'll help you through it — step by step. Click here for information to prepare for your arrival.

Incoming Exchange Students

Students from partner universities with whom Drake maintains student exchange agreements may apply to spend a semester or year at Drake on exchange. Learn more about the exchange application process. 

Our Office

The Global Engagement Office is located at 2725 University Avenue Des Moines, IA 50311. We are located inside Cowles Library on campus.

Phone: Toll-free (in the US): 1-800-44DRAKE, or (+1) 515-271-2084

Office Hours:
Monday-Friday 8:30 AM - 12:00PM, 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Kendra Hossain-Morehead

Director
International Student and Scholar Services

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Jorona Johnson

International Student
Advisor

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