Charles Drew University Of Medicine And Science
Location and Contact Information
1731 E 120th StLos Angeles, CA 90059
USA
Main Tel: (323) 563-4800
Web Site
The campus is in a large suburb.
Overview
Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science is a four-year institute located in Los Angeles, California. The institute was founded in 1966. The name of the institute is also abbreviated as CDU. It is the only Historically Black Graduate Institution located on the west bank of the Mississippi River. The campus is spread across an area of more than 10 acres.
Charles R Drew University is divided into the following four institutes:
- College of Science and Health
- School of Nursing
- College of Medicine
- Saturday Science Academy
The university also offers pre-college programs, community programs and pipeline programs. The institute is home to several on-campus organizations like the Office of Medical Student Affairs, Alumni Association and the Office of Student Education Services. The institute offers personal as well as academic counseling services to students. CDU also provides financial assistance to needy and eligible students.
Highlights (vs. Other Schools)
- Many students concentrating in medicine.
- Good faculty-to-student ratio.
School characteristics:
- The school is private, not-for-profit.
- Academic calender: Semester.
- Carnegie classification: Other health profession schools.
Features of note:
- Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates.
- There are one or more libraries on-campus.
- Weekend study is an option.
- Part-time classes are available.
Similar Schools
Based on proprietary BrainTrack computer comparisons against all other US colleges, these schools appear to be most similar to Charles Drew University:
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| School | Location | Enrollment | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-Shreveport | Shreveport, LA | 814 |
| 2 | Flint Hills Technical College | Emporia, KS | 512 |
| 3 | Manchester College | North Manchester, IN | 1,145 |
| 4 | Fort Peck Community College | Poplar, MT | 436 |
| 5 | Lees-McRae College | Banner Elk, NC | 948 |
| 6 | Dillard University | New Orleans, LA | 851 |
| 7 | Springfield College in Illinois | Springfield, IL | 522 |
| 8 | Ferrum College | Ferrum, VA | 1,397 |
| 9 | Halifax Community College | Weldon, NC | 1,374 |
| 10 | Ohio Valley University | Vienna, WV | 515 |
Degrees Awarded (in 2009-2010)
| Degree | Total Earned | Different Programs |
|---|---|---|
| 1-2 year certificate | 37 | 5 |
| Bachelor | 33 | 4 |
| Associate | 23 | 5 |
| Master | 10 | 3 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 2 | 1 |
Faculty
Tenure (2009-2010):
| Full-Time Faculty | Total | |
|---|---|---|
| Without tenure; tenure not available | 64 |
Students
Student enrollment was 255 in 2009-2010 (308 full-time equivalent).
Undergrads are 76% of enrolled students and graduate students are 24%.
Students under 25 years old represent 11% of the student body. About 22% of the school is at least 40 years of age.
Room and Board
On-campus housing is not available.
Graduate School Focus
Charles Drew University offers graduate (post-Bachelor) studies. The highest degree offered is the Master.
Graduate offerings include continuing professional education.
Programs of Study
(Number of degrees in 2009-2010 in parentheses)
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
- Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
- Medical/Clinical Assistant
- Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist
- Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
- Physician Assistant
MEDICINE
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences
- Medical Scientist (MS, PhD)
- Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
- Public Health, General (MPH, DPH)
SCIENCE
- Biomedical Sciences
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
- Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
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