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College Info
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At a glance
- Type
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Official website
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Dominican University
Dominican University is a private, Catholic university located in River Forest, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago. It was founded in 1890 by the Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eternal Help. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, with a strong emphasis on liberal arts and sciences. Dominican University is known for its commitment to social justice, service-learning, and the integration of faith and learning. The university has a diverse student body and a vibrant campus life, with numerous student organizations, clubs, and activities.
Key Facts
Last full enrichment: 9 Jun 2026
Live portal snapshot
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- Living Costs (estimated): $1,850
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 20 acres
Dominican University offers a vibrant urban campus life with a strong sense of community, featuring diverse student body and academic excellence.
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseIntimate Community
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Diversity
7/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
9/10
Social scene
Weather: Mild, rainy winters
Living costs: High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
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Career Outcomes
$3 avg starting salary
100% placement rate
Estimated outcomes score (heuristic): 1/10
Dominican University boasts a high placement rate with graduates securing positions in various fields, particularly in education, healthcare, and information systems.
Popular fields
EducationComputer ScienceNursingPsychologyHealthcare AdministrationPublic AdministrationCounselingInformation Systems
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Student Life
3,000 students (1,000 international)
Campus: Urban, 20 acres
Climate: Mild, rainy winters
High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
The university has a student population of around 3000, providing an intimate community setting with a focus on academic rigor and residential life.
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 70%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
Dominican University has an acceptance rate of 70%, with the best time to apply being between December and March for the Fall semester, with rolling admissions varying by school.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 70%
💡Latest cutoff: GPA avg=3.43, p25=2.67, p75=3.82 (n=3)
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school