Charles R. Drew University of Medicine & Science

Overview:

Charles R. Drew University of Medicine & Science (CDU) is a private university with a public mission, dedicated to cultivating diverse health professions leaders committed to social justice and health equity for underserved populations. It emphasizes outstanding education, clinical service, and community engagement.

Services Offered:

Student Life and Campus Experience:

Key Reasons to Study There:

Focus on Social Justice and Health Equity:

CDU prioritizes preparing students to address health disparities and serve underserved communities.

Diverse Student and Faculty Body:

CDU is the second-most diverse university nationally in terms of student and faculty diversity.

Strong Community Engagement:

CDU runs community healthcare programs that provide valuable care for vulnerable populations in the South Los Angeles area.

Commitment to Research:

CDU conducts ongoing research and health policy efforts focused on the root causes and impact of health disparities.

Academic Programs:

CDU offers a wide range of academic programs across various healthcare fields, including:

Biomedical Sciences:

Bachelor's and Master's programs

Medicine:

Doctor of Medicine (MD) program, including a partnership with UCLA

Nursing:

Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral programs, including Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializations

Public Health:

Bachelor's and Master's programs with a focus on Urban Health Disparities

Radiology & Medical Imaging:

Associate and Certificate programs

Social Sciences:

Bachelor's and Associate programs with an emphasis on counseling psychology, addiction studies, and community mental health disparities

Other:

• CDU boasts a 100% first-time pass rate for students taking the Radiologic Technology exam in 2020.
• Over 72% of undergraduate students received financial aid in 2021-22.
• Over 80% of CDU students are from communities of color, and 71% of CDU faculty are from communities of color.
• The Class of 2023 earned 450 degrees and certificates.