Dominican University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in River Forest, Illinois with 2,561 undergraduates. It admits 90% of applicants, costs an average of $14,013 a year after grants and graduates 61% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Dominican University acceptance rate and admissions
Dominican University admitted 90% of applicants for fall 2024. 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 460 to 560, math 420 to 540). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Dominican University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Dominican 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.
Dominican University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $40,608 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $12,830 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $45,684 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $14,013 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $14,013 a year after grants and scholarships, $31,671 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 Dominican University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Dominican University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 61% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $66,693 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $22,250 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 33% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Dominican University majors and what graduates earn
Dominican University awarded bachelor's degrees in 49 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from computer science ($86,730).
All 49 majors at Dominican University
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.
Graduate programs at Dominican University
18 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 18 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library Science and Administration | Master's | 114 | $47,911 | $40,819 |
| Social work | Master's | 95 | $57,436 | $43,604 |
| Business administration | Master's | 37 | $77,276 | $25,612 |
| Teaching English as a second language | Master's | 34 | $67,707 | n/a |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | Master's | 28 | $122,925 | $130,592 |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 27 | $58,805 | $35,661 |
| Special education | Master's | 12 | $60,095 | n/a |
| Accounting | Master's | 12 | n/a | n/a |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Dispute Resolution | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Management information systems | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Computer Software and Media Applications | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Nutrition Sciences | Master's | 5 | $54,079 | n/a |
| Library Science and Administration | Doctoral | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Library Science, Other | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Education | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Literature | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 2,561 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 70% women, 31% men
- 12 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large suburb
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Dominican University?
Dominican University admitted 90% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Dominican University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $40,608. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $14,013 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Dominican University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 460 to 560 in reading and writing and 420 to 540 in math, and 16 to 26 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Dominican University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Dominican University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Dominican University?
61% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Dominican University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $66,693 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.