Dillard University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in New Orleans, Louisiana with 1,063 undergraduates. It admits 42% of applicants, costs an average of $26,363 a year after grants and graduates 51% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Dillard University acceptance rate and admissions
Dillard University admitted 42% of applicants for fall 2024, about 1 in 2. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 480 to 640, math 488 to 562). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Dillard University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: $40 for U.S. applicants ($60 for international applicants). Confirm dates on Dillard University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Dillard University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $23,918 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $13,192 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $43,538 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $26,363 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $26,363 a year after grants and scholarships, $17,175 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Dillard University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Dillard University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 51% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $43,728 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $27,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 62% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Dillard University majors and what graduates earn
Dillard University awarded bachelor's degrees in 22 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($90,661).
All 22 majors at Dillard University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 11 | n/a | $90,661 | n/a |
| Criminal justice | 19 | $34,470 | $49,687 | n/a |
| Business administration | 20 | n/a | $49,546 | n/a |
| Communication | 9 | n/a | $49,103 | n/a |
| Public health | 14 | n/a | $47,641 | n/a |
| Biology | 18 | $31,407 | $37,061 | n/a |
| Psychology | 14 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Film and photography | 13 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer and information sciences | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Social work | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Urban Studies/Affairs | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Physics | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Business/Managerial Economics | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Students and location
- 1,063 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 72% women, 28% men
- 14 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Dillard University?
Dillard University admitted 42% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Dillard University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $23,918. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $26,363 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Dillard University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 480 to 640 in reading and writing and 488 to 562 in math, and 18 to 22 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Dillard University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Dillard University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Dillard University?
51% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Dillard University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $43,728 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.