Dominican University

Dominican University, nestled in the charming village of River Forest, Illinois, embodies a rich tradition of academic excellence and community engagement. With a strong foundation rooted in the liberal arts, it offers a transformative educational experience to students from diverse backgrounds.

3,424

Students

79%

Acceptance Rate

Undergrads

2,397

Classification

University

Type

Private, Religious

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Website

dom.edu

At Dominican University, the focus is on nurturing scholars who are not only knowledgeable but also ethically grounded and socially responsible. The university's vibrant campus life includes a myriad of opportunities for students to engage in leadership, service, and experiential learning. Faculty members are dedicated mentors, guiding students through personalized educational paths that prepare them for meaningful careers and lives of purpose. Strong ties to the community and a commitment to social justice further enrich the learning environment, making Dominican University a place where students can thrive both academically and personally.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Dominican University?

79% acceptance rate

Less Selective

Admission Standards

Grades & Testing

Average SAT score

Unknown

Testing

Test Optional

Average High School GPA

3.67

Application Deadlines

Early Decision / Early Action?

No

The most important factors Dominican University considers when admitting students are:

•Academic GPA
•Rigor of Secondary School Record
•Class Rank

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Financials

See what it costs to attend Dominican University.

$ 51,344

Overall list price

$ 16,969

Average net price

$ 28,821

Merit Price™

Very Generous

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Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Dominican University?

Suburb

Campus Setting

Democrat

State vote for president

Weather

Sunny days

Cloudy

Average winter temp

32°

Average summer temp

73°

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Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Dominican University.

12:1

Student to faculty ratio

49%

4-year grad rate

58%

6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Dominican are:

Psychology, General
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Natural Sciences

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Demographics

Who attends Dominican University?

29

States represented

21

Countries represented

No

State DEI laws

Student Body

Students

3,424

Women

66%

Men

34%

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Housing

What's it like living at Dominican University?

$11,300

Room & Board

0.2

Housing units / student

23

%

Students on campus

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FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into Dominican University?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.67.

How much does Dominican University cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $51,344 to attend Dominican.

How many people attend Dominican University?

3,424 people attend Dominican. 2,397 are undergraduate students and 1,027 are graduate students.

Where is Dominican University located?

Dominican University is located in River Forest, Illinois. It is in a Suburb environment.

Can I get into Dominican University with a 3.5 GPA?

In the most recent class of admissions, 68% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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