Where Learning
Demands More

We have a long tradition of empowering students to develop their talents, expand their horizons and make a difference. Now it’s your turn.

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Graduate Programs

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Featured Program: Nutrition Sciences

Studying nutrition or dietetics at Dominican University will prepare you to solve some of the world’s most challenging nutritional and health issues.

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Student Orientation, Advising and Registration Program
Learn about the academic expectations of the university, register for your classes, discover opportunities for student involvement, find out about services and resources, and meet other Dominican students.
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Majors & Programs

Dominican offers more than 50 undergraduate majors, and no matter which one you choose, you can’t go wrong. Each will enable you to think, grow and encounter the world in a whole new way. Each will challenge you to make a difference, develop your talents and prepare for a life of achievement and meaning.

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The Dominican Difference

16
Average class size
Top 20
U.S. News & World Report's
Best Midwest Universities
#5
Best Value in the Midwest
—U.S. News & World Report
11:1
Student-to-faculty ratio
16
Nations represented in student body
100%
2017 freshmen who received financial aid
$24,405
Average need-based scholarship/grant
22
Graduate degree programs
19
Study abroad programs
35+
Student clubs and organizations
250,000+
Volumes in library
10
Miles from downtown Chicago
3.28
Average GPA of student athletes
200+
Student athletes
13
Men’s and women’s varsity teams

More to Explore

Leading the Way

Dominican is at the forefront of efforts by Catholic universities to better serve Latinx students

Student Voices

"There's something here for everyone!"—students share their Dominican stories

The Future of Food

Nutrition and dietetics students build a hydroponic system to grow produce without soil

News & Events

Aug
24-25
Welcome Weekend
Main Campus
Sept
5
O'Connor Art Gallery: Dmitry Samarov
Main Campus
Sept
15
On the Road with T Bone Burnett
Lund Auditorium
Nov
3
Save the Date: Pete Souza
Performing Arts Center

Siena Center

Performing Arts Center
El Futuro Conference Explores Impact of Latino Students
Charlie Stoops Advances Research on Domestically Violent Men
Alumnus Berto Aguayo Announces Candidacy for Chicago Alderman
Calin-Jagemans' Research on Forgetting Featured in Quanta Magazine
Monarchs Stop By Priory Waystation on Journey South