At Dominican University, we share Siena Heights’ Dominican heritage and commitment to truth, service, and the dignity of every person. We’re ready to welcome you into a community where your work so far is valued, your goals remain within reach, and your next chapter can be filled with new opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. We'll make your process seamless, maximizing transferable credits and offering scholarships to help minimize the stress during this transition. 


Admission and Application Information 

At Dominican, we make transferring seamless, so you can focus on what matters most: finding your path, landing your dream job and changing the world. Simply complete our free application along with your official transcripts. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, which means we review them as they are completed. Whether you apply now or choose to finish out the next year at SHU, we’re here to support you when you’re ready. Learn more. 

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50+
Majors, Many of Which Align with SHU
$11,000+
In Merit Scholarships Alone
12:1
Student-to-Faculty Ratio

Why Choose Dominican?

Keep Your Credits and Your Timeline

Our generous transfer credit policy will help maximize your transfer credit, so you stay on track to finish.

Shared Mission

As a fellow Dominican Catholic university, we share familiar values and heart. Together, we'll work toward the creation of a more just and humane world.
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No. 1 Best Value in Illinois

Our transfer merit scholarships range from $11,000–$18,000 per year and additional scholarships are available for transfers.

Roadmap to Success

Here, hands-on experiences and career-focused courses are embedded into your coursework. You’ll graduate with work experience, an established portfolio and a plan to land your dream job.

Best of Both Worlds

Our River Forest campus is a safe home base with fast access to internships, culture, and careers in one of the nation’s largest job markets just 10 miles away.

Caring, Inclusive Community

You may be new, but you aren’t left out. You’ll still have time— and be encouraged—to seize big opportunities, from our Honors Program to our research and service-learning programs.

Your Siena Heights Experience Matters. 

At Dominican, you’ll find a community that’s ready to listen, guide, and champion you as you take the next step toward your degree and your future. Connect with a transfer counselor today for your personalized credit review. We’re here to help you finish strong.

For more information,
please contact:

Office of Transfer Admission
Enrollment Management
domadmis@dom.edu
(708) 524-6800

Ready for your next steps?