These general features are common to all Drexel master's degrees. Visit the Graduate Studies site for complete information on all regulations and procedures. Plan of Study As a Drexel master's student, you'll work with a faculty advisor to develop a plan of study. Most degree programs require a minimum of 45 credits, and courses in most departments are 3 credits each. There are variations on these amounts, as noted in the individual academic program descriptions.
Thesis requirements Many programs either require a master's thesis or make the thesis an option.
Drexel recognizes that completion of a thesis may present a challenge if you are a part-time student. Most departments that require or recommend a thesis will accommodate your special needs. Length of a Program A full-time master's student usually completes a degree in one and a half to two years. A part-time student may require three to five years. A Drexel master's degree must be completed within seven years after the initial enrollment.