Private liberal arts university in Madison, New Jersey, with on‑campus research labs, industry mentoring, and rail access to NYC. Distinctive industry ties run through RISE, where retired industrial scientists mentor research.
Drew University is a private, mentoring-centered liberal arts university in Madison, New Jersey, with undergraduate and graduate programs on an intimate, research-active campus. Industry connection is built in: the RISE program brings retired industrial scientists to campus to mentor student research. Its location—about 50 minutes by rail to New York City and in northern New Jersey’s innovation economy—supports internships and New York City semesters that embed learning in the field. Faculty pursue competitive support from federal agencies such as the National Science Foundation, alongside foundation and corporate partners. Corporate engagement is facilitated through Launch and the Center for Career Development.