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 Major: Mathematics & Computer Science

In this multi-discipline major, you’ll prepare for careers in areas such as data science, big data, informatics and software development.

High School
Summer Workshops

Experience a taste of college life without all the exams!
A summer workshop at Dominican University is the perfect way to gear up for college success, dive into an engaging topic taught by an actual Dominican faculty member and make some new friends along the way. Subjects include fashion design, creative writing, game design and neurophysiology.
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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

The Future of Food

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

Student Voices

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

We Just Want to Succeed

Undocumented students share their stories and hopes for the future

News & Events

June-
July
High School Summer Workshops
Main Campus
June
20
Mini-Course: The Prophets
Priory Campus
June
27
Mini-Course: The Prophets
Priory Campus
July
11
WJ Conversations: Iman Shumpert
Main Campus

Siena Center

Performing Arts Center
Statement Regarding Family Separation at US Border
2015 Alumna Named to '20 in Their 20s' list by Crain's Chicago Business
Brennan School of Business Celebrates 40th Anniversary and Rowe Professorship
College of Health Sciences Named in Honor of the Borras
MBA Gateway Practicum focuses on business skills, Dominican values

Join us for Friday Fest!

There is no better time to visit Dominican University than summer. Flowers are in bloom, the ivy covering our buildings is lush and green and best of all—we have the grill on! Join us for our Friday Fest program for high school students. You’ll have the opportunity to see all aspects of life at Dominican. Hear from current students and faculty about what it’s like to be a Dominican Star and see if this is a place you’ll want to truly call home during your four years of college.

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