Drake University Panama

Drake University—ranked among the top private universities in the United States—is launching a groundbreaking academic program in Panama.

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Study Data Analytics and AI in Panama with Drake University

Drake University—ranked among the top private universities in the United States—is proud to offer a groundbreaking academic program in Panama. Students may pursue a career-defining accelerated bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics with a minor in Artificial Intelligence from Drake’s new location at the Ciudad del Saber in Panama City, or pursue a wide array of majors and minors through a "2+2" program in which the final two years are completed on Drake's U.S.-based campus in Des Moines, Iowa.

Applications are now open for an August 2027 start date.

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Welcome to City of Knowledge

A Campus Built for Innovation.

Drake’s academic programs at City of Knowledge are at the center of a thriving hub for education, research, and entrepreneurship, located in Panama City, Panama. You will benefit from a collaborative and global community with cutting-edge resources and access to major potential employers. From professional opportunities and co-working spaces to parks, restaurants, cultural hubs, and athletic facilities, you’ll be surrounded by NGOs, tech startups, and research institutions—all within walking distance of Drake’s facilities.

Life on campus is just as easy. On-site lodging places you just steps from class, La Plaza’s cafes, restaurants, and shops give you a place to unwind, and a growing lineup of Drake’s sports clubs, intramurals, and wellness programming keeps you active outside the classroom.

Explore Life at the City of Knowledge

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About Drake University

Top-Ranked. Trusted. Transformational.

Drake University is a private national liberal arts university located in Des Moines, Iowa, USA, with a global reputation for academic rigor, student support, and career outcomes. With more than 140 years of history, we’ve always been ahead of the curve, including as one of the first universities in the U.S. to offer undergraduate Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence degrees.

Drake offers the best of both worlds. Small classes and personalized attention with an 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio, paired with a global network of alumni, employers, and opportunities, mean you’ll have the education, technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and support to succeed in your field.

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Accelerated 3-Year+ Program

Earn a Bachelor of Science in Data Analytics with a minor in Artificial Intelligence in Panama City at the City of Knowledge campus. The 3+ Program provides students with an accelerated pathway to a bachelor’s degree in three years, plus a guaranteed internship with a leading Panamanian company. Learn more about the program, as well as tuition costs and fees.

2+2 Program

Start your degree in Panama and finish it on Drake’s U.S.-based campus in Des Moines, Iowa, with our 2+2 Program. Students have the option to continue pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics or Artificial Intelligence, or to choose from many other Drake majors and minors, including Actuarial Science, Computer Science, International Business, and more. Learn more about the program, as well as tuition costs and fees.

Top

Among private U.S. universities
(Wall Street Journal & U.S. News)

# in IA

For Median salary 10 years after enrollment
(U.S. Department of Education)

Top %

In the U.S. for lifetime return on investment
(Bipartisan Policy Center)

Panama’s Leaders. Drake Graduates.

From banking and tech to retail and manufacturing, many of Panama’s most respected business leaders are proud Drake University graduates. As a student in Panama, you’ll benefit from our powerful alumni network through mentorship, internships, and future career connections.

Meet our Alumni

Internships Across Panama’s Top Industries

Drake University’s connections in Panama extend far beyond the classroom. Every 3-year+ student completes a guaranteed internship during their final term with one of Drake’s established Panamanian partners—spanning industries from financial services, retail, healthcare technology, government, logistics, and more. With many influential alumni in the country and a growing network of business and organizational partners, Drake is deeply embedded in Panama’s future, fueling opportunities for internships, networking, and real-world experiences that prepare students to lead in fields of data analytics, AI, and beyond.

Partners and Employers

Contact Us

For more information about our Panama pathways, contact:

Hector Becerra
Director of Recruitment, Panama

hector.becerra@drake.edu
Street Jorge Gil 105, Panama City, Panamá Province, Panama