Drury University is a private, independent liberal arts institution founded in 1873. It is located on a 90-acre residential campus in Springfield, Missouri, and enrolls approximately 2,273 students. The university provides undergraduate, graduate, and online education, grounded in a liberal arts tradition and characterized by a church-related affiliation that emphasizes ethical insight and spiritual sensibilities.
The university's academic model is defined by the Drury Fusion approach, which integrates intellectual passions with career credentials to combine theoretical knowledge with career-readiness. It also operates Drury GO, offering evening and online programs to provide flexible scheduling options.
Institutional priorities center on personalized education within a community that values teaching and learning. The university's stated mission includes fostering the integration of practical and theoretical knowledge, aiming to prepare graduates to contribute responsibly in a global context.
