Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science
CDU
Los Angeles, California 90059
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Top graduate earnings — known for health sciences
Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science is a private institution in Los Angeles with particular strength in health sciences and biology.
A small campus of 233 undergraduates with a 4:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
50% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $83,438 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $27,789.
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •Drew Postgraduate Medical School and the Watts-Willowbrook Regional Medical program formally opened at 12012 Compton Avenue, and would serve as the central center for CDU's operations until the W.
- •The MEP was established with the mission of training physicians dedicated to social justice and health equity, particularly in underserved urban communities.
- •After more than four decades of operation, the program began transitioning into the Urban Health Equity Pathway, with its final MEP cohort expected to graduate by 2027 The Mervyn M.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
31.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
10.1%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$14,750
Programs (20)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
79%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
0
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from CA state average + suburban adjustment