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Freshmen

For generations of trailblazers, Dominican has been a gateway to exploration and discovery. Let’s start charting your course—together.

You may not know it yet, but something great is out there waiting for you: a challenge, a discovery, a lifelong mission. At Dominican, you’ll learn all about going where the work is great and difficult, where it matters most. Whether you’re the first in your family to go to college, or the first to make a big discovery, invent a new art form or break a barrier in your chosen field—we’ll be there to empower you and cheer you on. We can’t wait for you to join us—and find your first.

Ready to get started? You can apply via the Common Application, which streamlines the college application process for students applying to multiple institutions, or use Dominican University's online application. We are test optional and no longer require ACT and/or SAT scores for admission. Learn more.

Upcoming Events

Explore the ways you can experience Dominican, on-campus and virtually. Choose from a one-on-one chat, group information session and more. Learn more about our response to COVID-19 to prepare for your visit.

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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

#1
Best Value in Illinois
—U.S. News & World Report
#10
in the Midwest
(out of nearly 160)
#3
for Social Mobility
in the Midwest
16
Average class size
10:1
Student-to-faculty ratio
14
Nations represented in student body
100%
Freshmen who receive financial aid
93%
of students complete high-impact experiences outside class
25+
Graduate degree programs
19
Study abroad programs
35+
Student clubs and organizations
250,000+
Volumes in library
10
Miles from downtown Chicago
3.47
Average GPA of student-athletes
240+
Student athletes
12
Men’s and women’s varsity teams

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2022-2023 FAFSA

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as you can to receive the best possible aid package. Those who are ineligible to file the FAFSA can complete the Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid.

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