DOMINICAN UNIVERSITY (Dominican)
- 7900 W Division St
- River Forest, IL 60305
- OPEID College Code: 00175000
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- General Phone: (708) 366-2490
- President: Dr. Donna M. Carroll
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 3,909
- College Alias: Dominican
- College Mascot: Stars
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Dominican University - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered State Approved for Certification
- Religious Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- Website
- www.dom.edu

- Mission Statement
- As a Sinsinawa Dominican sponsored institution, Dominican University prepares students to pursue truth, to give compassionate service and to participate in the creation of a more just and humane world.
Accreditation
- North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Masters Colleges and Universities (Larger Programs)
- Undergraduate Classification Balanced Arts & Sciences/Professions, Some Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Postbaccalaureate with Arts & Sciences (Other Dominant Fields)
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Higher Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification Majority Undergraduate
- Size Classification Small Four-Year, Primarily Residential
Dominican University Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.dom.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2008
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $25.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $25.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Required
- High School or Secondary School Record Recommended
- College Preparatory Program Completion Required
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2008
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 455 | 1,268 | 1,723 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 307 (67%) | 918 (72%) | 1,225 (71%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 125 (41%) | 292 (32%) | 417 (34%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2008
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 51 | 12% |
| ACT ® Exam | 400 | 96% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2008
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 450 | 580 |
| SAT ® Math | 410 | 560 |
| SAT ® Writing | 440 | 580 |
| ACT ® Composite | 20 | 25 |
| ACT ® English | 20 | 26 |
| ACT ® Math | 18 | 25 |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Dominican Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 99%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 75% | 37% | 52% | 98% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $7,281 | $4,714 | $4,804 | $10,175 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 3.1% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Number in Default | 18 | 22 | 9 |
| Number in Repayment | 564 | 547 | 823 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $24,700 | $23,800 | $22,450 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $24,700 | $23,800 | $22,450 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $24,700 | $23,800 | $22,450 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,620 | $7,750 | $7,555 |
| Other Expenses | $1,090 | $950 | $950 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $14,000 | $13,500 | $11,700 |
| Other Expenses | $2,320 | $2,500 | $1,800 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,675 | $2,500 | $3,400 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $34,610 | $33,500 | $31,955 |
| In-State | $34,610 | $33,500 | $31,955 |
| Out of State | $34,610 | $33,500 | $31,955 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $42,220 | $40,800 | $36,950 |
| In-State | $42,220 | $40,800 | $36,950 |
| Out of State | $42,220 | $40,800 | $36,950 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $29,575 | $28,200 | $26,850 |
| In-State | $29,575 | $28,200 | $26,850 |
| Out of State | $29,575 | $28,200 | $26,850 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 3,909 Undergraduate: 1,904 Graduate: 2,005
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 1,091 Female: 2,818
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 581 Female: 1,323
- Graduate Gender Male: 510 Female: 1,495
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 2,386 Part-Time: 1,523
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,707 Part-Time: 197
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 679 Part-Time: 1,326
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 139 | 4% |
| American Indian | 11 | 0.3% |
| Black | 278 | 7% |
| Asian | 120 | 3% |
| Hispanic | 626 | 16% |
| White | 2,285 | 58% |
| Unknown | 450 | 12% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 4 | 0.1% |
| Ages 18-19 | 638 | 16% |
| Ages 20-21 | 697 | 18% |
| Ages 22-24 | 800 | 20% |
| Ages 25-29 | 690 | 18% |
| Ages 30-34 | 308 | 8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 190 | 5% |
| Ages 40-49 | 330 | 8% |
| Ages 50-65 | 244 | 6% |
| Age Over 65 | 5 | 0.1% |
| Age Unknown | 3 | 0.08% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 607 | 348 | 259 |
| Faculty Status | 364 | 140 | 224 |
| Tenured Faculty | 61 | 61 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 364 | 140 | 224 |
| Primarily Instruction | 364 | 140 | 224 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 71 | 70 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 110 | 87 | 23 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 62 | 51 | 11 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 35 | 29 | 6 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 27 | 22 | 5 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $63,329 (140) | $69,268 (57) | $59,251 (83) |
| Professor | $80,503 (32) | $81,688 (22) | $77,898 (10) |
| Associate Professor | $64,987 (36) | $66,296 (13) | $64,247 (23) |
| Assistant Professor | $56,080 (58) | $59,366 (18) | $54,602 (40) |
| Instructor | $50,762 (2) | $49,523 (1) | $52,000 (1) |
| Lecturer | $49,690 (12) | $57,059 (3) | $47,234 (9) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $63,329 (140) | $69,268 (57) | $59,251 (83) |
| Professor | $80,503 (32) | $81,688 (22) | $77,898 (10) |
| Associate Professor | $64,987 (36) | $66,296 (13) | $64,247 (23) |
| Assistant Professor | $56,080 (58) | $59,366 (18) | $54,602 (40) |
| Instructor | $50,762 (2) | $49,523 (1) | $52,000 (1) |
| Lecturer | $49,690 (12) | $57,059 (3) | $47,234 (9) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 250 | 112 | 138 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 250 | 112 | 138 |
| Baseball | 36 | 36 | - |
| Basketball | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Soccer | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Softball | 39 | - | 39 |
| Tennis | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Volleyball | 25 | - | 25 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $17,132 | $15,607 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $1,943 | $2,084 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Baseball | 5 | 5 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 4 | - |
| Basketball | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Soccer | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Softball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Tennis | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Volleyball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 81%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 100%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 72% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 73% |
| Female | 72% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 50% |
| Black | 33% |
| Asian | 100% |
| Hispanic | 65% |
| White | 76% |
| Unknown | 75% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 61% |
| 5 Years | 72% |
| 6 Years | 72% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Drug Related | 2 | - |
| Liquor Related | 1 | - |
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | 1 | - |
| Drug Related | 2 | - |
| Liquor Related | 1 | - |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Burglary | - | 1 |
| On Campus | ||
| Aggravated Assault | - | 1 |
| Burglary | 4 | 14 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009