Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
40.51%
SAT Average
1,089
ACT Range
19-23
Dillard University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 40.51%. This means approximately 405 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,111 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
40.51%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $22,194 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $22,194 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $36,057 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $18,553 | State avg: $17,038. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 67.81% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 92.97% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Dillard University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$22,194
Room and board
$11,786
Books and supplies
$1,300
Other expenses
$5,924
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$36,057
Average net price
$18,553
Average aid coverage
49%
$17,504 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Dillard University pays approximately $18,553 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Louisiana average of $17,038 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Dillard University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Louisiana and national averages.
Dillard University net price
$18,553
Louisiana average
$17,038
National average
$17,506
Dillard University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $22,194 and average net price at $18,553. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$22,194
Current net price
$18,553
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)
45.10%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$39,196
Undergraduates
1,111
10-Year Median Earnings - Dillard University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Dillard University graduates earn about 0.9x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Dillard University?
Undergraduates
1,111
Completion rate
45.10%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
67.81%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
92.97%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 67.81% of Dillard University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 92.97% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Dillard 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 Dillard University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Dillard University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges 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
Dillard University is listed at 2601 Gentilly Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70122. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Dillard 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dillard University | 40.51% | $22,194 | $18,553 | $39,196 |
| Chamberlain University-Louisiana | 90.91% | $19,686 | $36,972 | $92,405 |
| Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans | Not available | Not available | Not available | $78,495 |
| Baton Rouge General Medical Center School of Nursing & School of Radiologic Technology | Not available | Not available | Not available | $75,071 |
| Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-Shreveport | Not available | Not available | Not available | $74,671 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dillard University's acceptance rate?
Dillard University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 40.51%.
How much is Dillard University tuition?
Dillard University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $22,194.
What is Dillard University's average net price?
Dillard University's average net price in the local dataset is $18,553.
What does Dillard University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $18,801 for Dillard University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Dillard University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $39,196 for Dillard University.
Is Dillard University accredited?
Dillard University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Dillard University?
The local dataset lists 1,111 undergraduate students at Dillard University.
What percentage of Dillard University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Dillard University in the local dataset is 67.81%.
What is the federal loan rate at Dillard University?
The federal loan rate for Dillard University in the local dataset is 92.97%.
Where should I verify Dillard University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Dillard University or the latest official federal education data.