Dominican University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Dominican University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Roman Catholic
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Dominican University is a small private university located on a suburban campus in River Forest, Illinois. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,063, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 81%. The university offers 66 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 52%, and a student-faculty ratio of 10:1. Tuition and fees for students are $34,950.
Rankings
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- #3 Ranked in Best Online Colleges in Chicago
- #3 Ranked in Best Online Undergraduate Degree in Legal Studies 2024
- #3 Ranked in Best Colleges in Chicago
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
81% of students were accepted during the 2021-2022 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
77% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
52% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresConsidered (not required)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankConsidered (not required)
Letter of recommendationRecommended
High school GPARequired
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRequired
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile22-27
SAT 25th-75th Percentile910-1160
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
4k
Students enrolled
87%
Online student enrollment
10:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
33%
Unknown
4%
Black
6%
Hispanic
51%
Two or more races
1%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
Asian
3%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
58% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
11
Total Online Enrollment
2,664
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.87% online, 13% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
89% On-campus
11% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's3% online
Graduate Certificate20% online
Master's27% online
Doctorate100% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
58%
State Grant Aid
68%
Institution Grant Aid
100%
Pell Grant
58%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$24k
Average student debtafter graduation
$39k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Soccer
- Track Field Xcountry
- Volleyball
- Bowling
- Softball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, And Gender Studies. | |||
| 2 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 3 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 4 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 6 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 7 | Culinary, Entertainment, And Personal Services. | |||
| 8 | Education. | |||
| 9 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 10 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 11 | Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences. | |||
| 12 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 13 | History | |||
| 14 | History. | |||
| 15 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 16 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 17 | Library Science. | |||
| 18 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 19 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 20 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 21 | Personal And Culinary Services. | |||
| 22 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 23 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 24 | Psychology. | |||
| 25 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 26 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 27 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 28 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.