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Prospective First-Year Students: Associate Degree
Chicago Campus Open House
Join us at our Chicago campus open house to explore how Dominican’s new associate degree program will give you the skills, credentials and connections you need to launch your career. You’ll meet with our dedicated admissions counselors, explore both our residence and academic spaces, get more information about our career-focused curriculum and learn all the details about this two-year program designed to jumpstart your career.
- Saturday, November 14, 2026, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 6 – 8 p.m.
Learn more and register for the November Chicago Campus Open House. Registration will open soon for the December event.
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Prospective First-Year Students: Bachelor's Degree
Homecoming Visit Day
September 26, 2026
Experience Dominican like never before during this one-of-a-kind event designed to show you that this is the place for your next great adventure.
You won’t want to miss our Homecoming Visit Day. We're excited to welcome you and your family to this special experience that offers the chance to enjoy our annual Homecoming festivities and athletic events while touring campus and discovering why you'll want to call Dominican home. Space is limited; reserve your spot today!
Learn more and register for Homecoming Visit Day
Nursing Open House
October 14, 2026
Discover how Dominican University’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program will prepare you to serve as an agent of change in one of the world’s most rewarding professions. Connect with the department’s faculty, explore Dominican’s state-of-the-art clinical simulation laboratories and learn how you can make a lasting difference in the lives of patients.
Prospective nursing students (traditional first year and transfer students) are invited to come learn more about the nursing program, including how to apply.Learn more and register for the Nursing Program Open House
Among the Stars
Discover all that Dominican has to offer in the most genuine way possible — by connecting with current students and experiencing what it’s like to be a Star. In this on-campus information session for prospective first-year students, you'll get a first-hand look at what makes Dominican not just a community but a family.
Upcoming Sessions:
- October 9, 2026
- December 4, 2026
Learn more about Among the Stars and register
First in the Family in Spanish
October 20, 2026
Join us to learn about the admissions process, financial aid, and the resources available to help first generation students succeed. We'll answer your questions, share what to expect throughout the college journey, and introduce you to the support services that help students thrive from their first semester through graduation and beyond.
Learn more and register for First in the Family
Halloween Ghost & Campus Tour
October 28, 2026
It’s all treats and no tricks at Dominican as we’re inviting you to join us for a special Halloween Ghost and Campus Tour event on Wednesday, October 28. Don’t miss this truly unique opportunity to explore our campus like never before. You’ll embark on a guided ghostly tour where you’ll hear the tall and spooky tales of legends and lore at the university. We’ve even carved out some time for you to connect with our dedicated admissions counselors while enjoying campfire treats. Do you dare to join us for this spook-tacular look at campus? Space is limited—reserve your place today!
Learn more and register for the Halloween Ghost & Campus Tour
Discover Dominican Open House
November 7, 2026
Designed for prospective first-year and transfer students, Discover Dominican events are your chance to learn about your program of interest while immersing yourself in the Dominican experience.
Learn more about Discover Dominican and register
DU Family Night
Whether you're just beginning to explore college options or preparing to apply, DU Family Night is an opportunity for the whole family to learn what makes DU a place where students thrive. Gain the information, connections, and resources you need to confidently navigate the college search and admissions process together.
Enjoy dinner in our dining hall, take a guided tour of our beautiful campus, and connect with our First-Year Admissions Counselors. You'll learn about the admissions process, financial aid, scholarship opportunities, and the next steps to becoming a DU student, while discovering the academic and student support resources available from enrollment through graduation.Upcoming Sessions:
- November 18, 2026
SOAR Dates for Admitted Students
Looking for SOAR dates for admitted students? Check the Admitted Undergraduate Students section below.
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Prospective Transfer Students
Nursing Open House
October 14, 2026
Discover how Dominican University’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program will prepare you to serve as an agent of change in one of the world’s most rewarding professions. Connect with the department’s faculty, explore Dominican’s state-of-the-art clinical simulation laboratories and learn how you can make a lasting difference in the lives of patients.
Prospective nursing students (traditional first year and transfer students) are invited to come learn more about the nursing program, including how to apply.Learn more and register for the Nursing Program Open House
National Transfer Student Week
October 19-23, 2026
We know it takes tenacity to blaze your own trail. But you have ambition, big dreams and valuable experience. And transfer students just like you thrive here. That’s because, at Dominican, we make transferring seamless, so you can focus on what matters most: challenging the status quo, changing the world and blazing your own trail.
See how you can finish strong at Dominican during October 19-23, National Transfer Student Week. We're celebrating YOU all week long, with events designed to show you what the Dominican experience is all about.Transfer Week events:
Taco Tuesday
October 20, 2026 2 p.m.
Lewis Hall, Mulroy Room 103Virtual Nursing Information Session
October 21, 2026 2 p.m.
Online EventVirtual Transfer Information Session
October 22, 2026 2 p.m.
Online EventLearn more and register for National Transfer Student Week
Halloween Ghost & Campus Tour
October 28, 2026
It’s all treats and no tricks at Dominican as we’re inviting you to join us for a special Halloween Ghost and Campus Tour event on Wednesday, October 28. Don’t miss this truly unique opportunity to explore our campus like never before. You’ll embark on a guided ghostly tour where you’ll hear the tall and spooky tales of legends and lore at the university. We’ve even carved out some time for you to connect with our dedicated admissions counselors while enjoying campfire treats. Do you dare to join us for this spook-tacular look at campus? Space is limited—reserve your place today!
Learn more and register for the Halloween Ghost & Campus Tour
Discover Dominican Open House
November 7, 2026
Designed for prospective first-year and transfer students, Discover Dominican events are your chance to learn about your program of interest while immersing yourself in the Dominican experience.
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Prospective Degree Completion and Post-Baccalaureate Students
Please check back soon for upcoming events for degree completion and post-baccalaureate students.
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Workforce Development Programs
Upcoming events to be announced. Please check back soon!
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Prospective Graduate Students
Graduate Information Sessions (Online)
Prospective students are invited to attend virtual information sessions for Dominican's graduate programs. You'll hear from faculty and staff and learn more about classes, curriculum, and the admission process. Virtual information sessions are held via Zoom. A link will be sent to your email address prior to the session.
Select a school or program below to see dates of upcoming virtual information sessions. If no dates are listed, please check back.
Note: links below open in a new window.
Doctor of Nursing Practice Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program
Mediation and Conflict Resolution/Trauma Informed Leadership Programs
Physician Assistant Studies Program
School of Education Alternative Licensure Program
Application Workshops
Sign up for a 30-minute time slot during which a graduate recruiter will answer questions on the application process and materials. You’ll have the opportunity to email application materials (resume and personal statement) ahead of time for our recruiter to review. Sessions will be held via Zoom. A link will be sent to your email address prior to the session.
To be announced. Please check back soon.
Canvas Workshops
This workshop will demonstrate Canvas, the Dominican University Learning Management System (LMS). During the workshop, a graduate recruiter will show how Canvas is utilized by Dominican faculty and students and will answer questions about the academic program.
Please see Canvas Workshops in Admitted Graduate Students section below for upcoming sessions.
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Admitted Undergraduate Students
Learn more about next steps on our Admitted Students page.
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Admitted Graduate Students
Please visit our Admitted Graduate Students Checklist page for information on upcoming graduate orientation sessions and other important information.
Canvas Workshops
This workshop will demonstrate Canvas, the Dominican University Learning Management System (LMS). During the workshop, a graduate recruiter will show how Canvas is utilized by Dominican faculty and students and will answer questions about the academic program. Click the link for your school below to register.
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Undergraduate Off-Campus Events
Connect with our admission team and learn about life at Dominican during an upcoming event at your school.