Dominican University New York is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Orangeburg, New York with 1,105 undergraduates. It admits 63% of applicants, costs an average of $25,971 a year after grants and graduates 43% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Dominican University New York acceptance rate and admissions
Dominican University New York admitted 63% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Dominican University New York application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: $40 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Dominican University New York’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 New York tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $35,380 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $15,600 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $49,049 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $25,971 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $25,971 a year after grants and scholarships, $23,078 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 New York's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Dominican University New York graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 43% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $66,205 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $26,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 39% 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 New York majors and what graduates earn
Dominican University New York awarded bachelor's degrees in 20 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($111,206).
All 20 majors at Dominican University New York
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 72 | $101,058 | $111,206 | $24,998 |
| Social work | 5 | n/a | $64,672 | n/a |
| Criminal justice | 9 | $41,295 | $57,161 | $26,000 |
| Social Sciences, General | 31 | $39,014 | $56,966 | $25,000 |
| Communication | 5 | n/a | $47,995 | n/a |
| English | 7 | n/a | $45,986 | $28,000 |
| Health professions, general | 28 | n/a | n/a | $26,000 |
| Business administration | 25 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | 13 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Psychology | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer and information sciences | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| International business | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | 7 | $47,644 | n/a | n/a |
| History | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Marketing | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Physical and occupational therapy | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Finance | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental science | 1 | 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.
Graduate programs at Dominican University New York
7 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 7 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | Master's | 35 | $136,131 | $34,167 |
| Physical and occupational therapy | Professional doctorate | 33 | n/a | n/a |
| Physical and occupational therapy | Master's | 31 | $74,674 | $54,667 |
| Business administration | Master's | 20 | $74,921 | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 16 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Professional doctorate | 13 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 7 | $66,092 | $35,875 |
Students and location
- 1,105 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 63% women, 37% men
- 13 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large suburb
- Accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Dominican University New York?
Dominican University New York admitted 63% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Dominican University New York cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $35,380. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $25,971 a year in 2024-25.
Is Dominican University New York test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Dominican University New York reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Dominican University New York?
43% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Dominican University New York graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $66,205 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.