Dominican University

Private
River ForestIL
Suburb

Estimated Net Cost

(per year)
$17k

Estimated Post Grad Salary

(per year)
$53k

Return on Education

(post 4-year graduation)
Excellent
Dominican University is a private university located in River Forest, Illinois, founded in 1901. Known for its strong liberal arts and professional programs, it holds a regional reputation for its commitment to social justice and diversity. The university's lush 30-acre campus features historic architecture and a peaceful botanical garden for students to enjoy.

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      Tuition and Costs

      Understanding Tuition Costs at Dominican University: Navigating college expenses doesn't have to be complicated. Our comprehensive guide to tuition, fees, and other associated costs breaks down everything you need to know about financing your education at Dominican University. Find out how we make higher education affordable and what financial options are available to you.

      Most Recent Tuition Costs

      Understanding Tuition Costs at Dominican University: Navigating college expenses doesn't have to be complicated. Our comprehensive guide to tuition, fees, and other associated costs breaks down everything you need to know about financing your education at Dominican University. Find out how we make higher education affordable and what financial options are available to you.

      Yearly4 years
      Tuition and Fees
      $37,844$151,376
      Room and Board
      $12,552$50,208
      Books and Supplies
      $1,200$4,800
      Other expenses
      $850$5,400
      Sticker Price$52,446$211,784

      Historical Tuition Costs

      Based on historical data, in-state tuition is expected to rise by approximately $1,212 per year over the next three years, reaching $39,056 in 2024, and $40,268 in 2025, and $41,480 in 2026.

      Return On Education

      Investing in higher education is a pivotal step towards future prosperity. It's essential to weigh the upfront costs against the potential for increased lifetime earnings and career opportunities. Our ROEdu score aims to help you understand tuition, living expenses, and financial aid, alongside the long-term benefits of earning a degree. By making informed decisions about where and what you study, you can maximize the return on your educational investment, turning the cost of your degree into a foundation for future success and financial security.

      809
      Dominican University is distinguished by a high ROEdu, suggesting graduates enjoy considerable financial and professional rewards that surpass the costs of their education.

      Admissions

      Dominican University admissions is not very selective with an acceptance rate of 90%. The application deadline can be found on the institution's website.
      Admission Rate
      90%
      Graduation Rate
      55%

      Admissions Requirements

      SAT Range
      890 - 1140
      ACT Range
      16 - 22
      High School GPA

      N/A

      Key dates

      Application Deadline
      See college website
      Early Decision Date
      See college website
      Early Action Date
      See college website

      Majors & Degrees

      Explore the range of academic programs offered at this institution.
      Sciences8 programs
      Information Science
      Bachelor's Degree
      Information Science
      Master's Degree
      Computer Science
      Bachelor's Degree
      Neuroscience
      Bachelor's Degree
      Biology & Physical Sciences
      Bachelor's Degree
      Natural Sciences
      Bachelor's Degree
      Psychology
      Bachelor's Degree
      Social Sciences
      Bachelor's Degree
      Area StudiesBachelor's Degree
      HistoryBachelor's Degree
      Humanities3 programs
      Ethnic & Cultural Studies
      Bachelor's Degree
      Dispute Resolution
      Master's Degree
      Human Services
      Bachelor's Degree
      Communications2 programs
      Communication & Media Studies
      Bachelor's Degree
      Journalism
      Bachelor's Degree
      Linguistics3 programs
      PR & Advertising
      Bachelor's Degree
      Bilingual Education
      Master's Degree
      Romance Languages
      Bachelor's Degree
      Culinary ArtsBachelor's Degree
      Education11 programs
      Curriculum Design
      Master's Degree
      Education Administration
      Master's Degree
      Instructional Media
      Master's Degree
      Special Education
      Bachelor's Degree
      Special Education
      Master's Degree
      Teacher Training
      Bachelor's Degree
      Teacher Training
      Master's Degree
      Subject-Specific Teaching
      Bachelor's Degree
      Subject-Specific Teaching
      Master's Degree
      ESL Teaching
      Master's Degree
      Other Education
      Master's Degree
      Social WorkMaster's Degree
      Health5 programs
      Nutrition
      Bachelor's Degree
      Nutrition Science
      Bachelor's Degree
      Nutrition Science
      Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
      Nutrition Science
      Master's Degree
      Nutrition Science
      Doctoral Degree – Other
      Legal StudiesBachelor's Degree
      Liberal ArtsBachelor's Degree
      Library3 programs
      Library Science
      Master's Degree
      Library Science
      Doctoral Degree – Research
      Library Science
      Doctoral Degree – Other
      BiologyBachelor's Degree
      Mathematics2 programs
      Mathematics
      Bachelor's Degree
      Math & Computer Science
      Bachelor's Degree
      EconomicsBachelor's Degree
      PhilosophyBachelor's Degree
      Religion3 programs
      Theology
      Bachelor's Degree
      Pastoral Counseling
      Bachelor's Degree
      Pastoral Counseling
      Master's Degree
      ChemistryBachelor's Degree
      Political ScienceBachelor's Degree
      International RelationsBachelor's Degree
      SociologyBachelor's Degree
      Arts5 programs
      Applied Arts
      Bachelor's Degree
      Theatre
      Bachelor's Degree
      Film & Photography
      Bachelor's Degree
      Fine Arts
      Bachelor's Degree
      Music
      Bachelor's Degree
      Medical4 programs
      Medical Preparation
      Bachelor's Degree
      Medical Preparation
      Doctoral Degree – Other
      Nursing
      Bachelor's Degree
      Nutrition4 programs
      Nutrition Services
      Bachelor's Degree
      Nutrition Services
      Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
      Nutrition Services
      Master's Degree
      Nutrition Services
      Doctoral Degree – Other
      Business9 programs
      Business Management
      Bachelor's Degree
      Business Management
      Master's Degree
      Accounting
      Bachelor's Degree
      Accounting
      Master's Degree
      Finance
      Bachelor's Degree
      Human Resources
      Bachelor's Degree
      Human Resources
      Master's Degree
      International Business
      Bachelor's Degree
      Marketing
      Bachelor's Degree
      Management2 programs
      Specialty SalesBachelor's Degree

      Student Life

      Learn about the community, campus culture, and experiences that shape student life at this college.

      Student Breakdown

      Total Enrollment651
      Full-time Students648
      Part-time Students3

      Faculty

      Faculty-Student Ratio:11:1
      Full-Time FacultyN/A
      Part-Time FacultyN/A

      Reviews and Ratings

      For complete transparency we combine scores from across the web to give you a true picture of what students think about Dominican University. Additionally, we have our own score which can be used alongside these external sources.

      Tuition Covered Rating
      (3.9)
      Niche
      (3.7)
      US News
      (4.0)

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