Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
79.80%
SAT Average
1,022
ACT Range
17-22
Dominican University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 79.80%. This means approximately 798 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 2,271 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
79.80%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $37,844 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $37,844 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $44,414 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $15,113 | State avg: $15,478. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 49.34% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 58.38% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Dominican University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$37,844
Room and board
$12,552
Books and supplies
$1,200
Other expenses
$850
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$44,414
Average net price
$15,113
Average aid coverage
66%
$29,301 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Dominican University pays approximately $15,113 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Illinois average of $15,478 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Dominican University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Illinois and national averages.
Dominican University net price
$15,113
Illinois average
$15,478
National average
$17,506
Dominican University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $37,844 and average net price at $15,113. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$37,844
Current net price
$15,113
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
62.36%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$60,327
Undergraduates
2,271
10-Year Median Earnings - Dominican University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Dominican University graduates earn about 1.4x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Dominican University?
Undergraduates
2,271
Completion rate
62.36%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
49.34%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
58.38%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 49.34% of Dominican University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 58.38% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Dominican University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Dominican University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Dominican University lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Dominican University is listed at 7900 W Division Street, River Forest, IL 60305. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Dominican University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dominican University | 79.80% | $37,844 | $15,113 | $60,327 |
| University of Notre Dame - | Not available | Not available | Not available | $99,980 |
| Chamberlain University-Illinois | 88.57% | $20,604 | $26,933 | $92,405 |
| University of Chicago | 4.79% | $66,939 | $18,967 | $91,885 |
| Northwestern University | 7.15% | $65,997 | $27,143 | $89,363 |
Similar Schools in River Forest
This local cluster focuses on nearby River Forest schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around River Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dominican University's acceptance rate?
Dominican University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 79.80%.
How much is Dominican University tuition?
Dominican University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $37,844.
What is Dominican University's average net price?
Dominican University's average net price in the local dataset is $15,113.
What does Dominican University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $10,934 for Dominican University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Dominican University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $60,327 for Dominican University.
Is Dominican University accredited?
Dominican University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Dominican University?
The local dataset lists 2,271 undergraduate students at Dominican University.
What percentage of Dominican University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Dominican University in the local dataset is 49.34%.
What is the federal loan rate at Dominican University?
The federal loan rate for Dominican University in the local dataset is 58.38%.
Where should I verify Dominican University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Dominican University or the latest official federal education data.