Dominican University (Dominican) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in River Forest, IL. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.
The Dominican's tuition & fees is $38,828 for the academic year 2024-2025. 92% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $28,428.
The school has a total enrollment of 3,803 and the students to faculty ratio is 12 to 1 (8.33%).
Dominican's acceptance rate is 90.32% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 12.07%. The median SAT score is 1000 and the ACT score is 19.
Dominican ranked 36th in Illinois Colleges rankings. Dominican University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Dominican University is $38,828. For graduate programs, its 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $18,500.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $39,996 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $17,551.
| Undergraduate | $38,828 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $18,500 |
| Undergraduate | $39,996 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $17,551 |
The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
| Acceptance Rate » | 90.32% Acceptance Rate / 12.07% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 1,000 SAT / 19 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 55% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 31% |
| Retention Rate | 78%(full-time), 67% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 8.33% (12 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 3,803 (2,690 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $28,428 |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Dominican University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.
| Learning Opportunities | |
|---|---|
| ROTC | No |
| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
| On-Campus Services | |
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Address | 7900 W Division Street, River Forest, IL 60305 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 708-366-2490 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Athletic | Athletic Team Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-year, private (not-for-profit) |
| Carnegie Category | Master's College and University (larger programs) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
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