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Dominican University

7900 West Division Street
River Forest , IL  60305    Map it

School web site         https://www.dom.edu/

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Institution Type

Master: Colleges and Universities

Degrees offered

Bachelor
Master

Campus Character:

Suburban
Co-educational
Private

Nearest ELS Center(s):

Chicago, IL

ELS Level Required:

• Master: 112
• Bachelor: 112

Student Life:

* Offers honor societies, academic clubs and a variety of ethnic and cultural clubs * 13 intercollegiate athletic teams *More than 50 different ways to get involved - student organizations, club sports, intramurals and leadership programs. * The Dominican Student Center and the Igini Sports Forum, includes a running track, fitness center, bookstore, student casual dining area and a cyber-cafe.

Rankings:

U.S NEWS AND WORLD REPORT : [ Year: 2020, Rank: 11 ] "Best Regional Universities (Midwest)"
U.S NEWS AND WORLD REPORT : [ Year: 2016, Rank: 2 ] Among the top 10 Best Value Schools in the midwest
U.S NEWS AND WORLD REPORT : [ Year: 2016, Rank: 27 ] "Best Graduate Library and Information Studies Programs"
U.S NEWS AND WORLD REPORT : [ Year: 2016, Rank: 27 ] "Best Regional Universities of the Midwest"- a top tier university for 20 consecutive years
WASHINGTON MONTHLY : [ Year: 2016, Rank: 240 ] “Top National Master’s Universities”
WASHINGTON MONTHLY : [ Year: 2016, Rank: 73 ] National schools of the “Best Bang for the Buck” in the Midwest

Admissions & Academic Information

Academic Calendar

• Semesters

Study Opportunities

• University offers Concurrent Enrollment.

Admission Requirements

Undergraduate

• Application(s) (Completed, Signed and Dated).
• Official Transcript(s) with grade scale legend and English translation: one sealed envelope and one unsealed envelope for UAS review.
  See notes.
• Graduation Certificate/Diploma if not part of transcript
• Professional Transcript Evaluation 
  SPRANTRAN approved by Registrar
  -   Evaluation required for freshmen applicants.
  -   Acceptable providers:
  * ECE* WES* Educational Perspectives
• Current, official certified bank statement issued within the last 6 months with the bearer's name in English and the balance in US currency or Scholarship letter
  Average annual cost: $50,900
• Affidavit of financial support signed by person whose name is on bank statement
• Copy of Passport Picture Page
• Statement of Purpose, Essay or Writing Sample 
• Letter(s) of Recommendation
  1 envelope(s) signed, sealed and labeled in English with student's name and recommender's name(s)
• Proof of English Proficiency for regular admission
  English waiver available if all subjects were taught in English
  * TOEFL PB* TOEFL PB* IELTS* PTE
• Does not accept scans/photocopies of all Application documents
• Standardized test scores may be required.

Items below may be due after enrollment or for Visa purposes (NOT an admission requirement)

• University Placement Tests.
  University English foreign language and math tests; dual enrollment; remedial English or math class depend on results
• Health Form(signed by provider).
• Proof of Health Coverage/Insurance.
  

Graduate

• Application(s) (Completed, Signed and Dated).
• Official Transcript(s) with grade scale legend and English translation: one sealed envelope and one unsealed envelope for UAS review.
  See notes.
• Graduation Certificate/Diploma if not part of transcript
• Professional Transcript Evaluation
  -   Evaluation required for graduate applicants.
  -   Course by Course evaluation required for transfer applicants.
  -   Acceptable providers:
  * ECE* WES* Educational Perspectives
• Current, official certified bank statement issued within the last 6 months with the bearer's name in English and the balance in US currency or Scholarship letter
  Average annual cost: $28,570
• Affidavit of financial support signed by person whose name is on bank statement
• Copy of Passport Picture Page
• Statement of Purpose, Essay or Writing Sample
  Minimum one page summing up why the student has selected our school and what they hope to study.
• Letter(s) of Recommendation
  2 envelope(s) signed, sealed and labeled in English with student's name and recommender's name(s)
• Proof of English Proficiency for regular admission
  Duolingo 105 also accepted
  * TOEFL PB* TOEFL PB* IELTS* PTE
• Resume, CV or Work History
• Does not accept scans/photocopies of all Application documents
  Will accept passport photocopy, resume, unofficial transcript and personal statement
• Standardized test scores may be required.

Housing & Cost Information

On Campus Housing

• Undergraduate: Housing is available
• Graduate: Housing is available

Off Campus Housing

• Undergraduate: Offers accommodation assistance
• Graduate: Offers accommodation assistance

Housing

Dominican's four residence halls offer several living possibilities. Double occupancy rooms are available for upperclassmen. Each room is equipped with a bed, desk, closet and dresser for each student. * High-speed Internet access. * On-campus residents are required to participate in the comprehensive dining plan.

Character & Location

Founded in 1901, Dominican University is located on 30 acres within a tree-lined residential neighborhood just 10 miles west of downtown Chicago. Throughout its growth and expansion, the university has maintained the signature Gothic architectural look established almost 100 years ago by renowned architect Ralph Adams Cram, the architect for Princeton University, the University of Chicago's Rockefeller Chapel and West Point Military Academy.

Dominican is one of the most affordable universities to make both the "U.S. News and World Report top-tier and Colleges of Distinction lists". The university combines rigorous academics, internships, research, and 50-plus undergraduate degree options with personal attention and deep interactions in classes that average 16 students. Graduate programs also are available in Business, Education, Social Work, and Library and Information Science. The student body of 2,306 undergraduates and 1,216 graduate students is diverse and includes 110 international students from 17 countries.

The Oak Park-River Forest community is rich with cultural opportunities, including a symphony orchestra which uses the university as its home, numerous art galleries, theaters, and Fitzgerald's, a nationally recognized live music venue. Within walking distance of campus are restaurants, parks, museums, movie theaters, churches and retail districts. Public transportation conveniently connects the campus to a plethora of sports, cultural and entertainment opportunities in Chicago.

Average Temperatures
Low (winter): 25°F/-4°C
High (summer): 73°F/23°C

Annual Costs

• Tuition : Bachelor - US $36500, Master - US $18630
• Housing: Bachelor - US $10600, Master - US $10549
• Meals :         

Scholarship

International Students

Undergraduate: $7000-$18000: Freshmen Merit Scholarships for academic achievement and leadership qualities are renewable for a maximum of three years. These scholarships do not require a special application and are awarded regardless of financial need and are determined at the time the student is accepted. Awards are subject to availability of funds for students accepted to the University after June 1. Undergraduate / Transfer: ($8,000 - $12,000) Transfer Merit Scholarships are awarded to entering full-time transfer students based on their GPA from their previous institutions at the time of acceptance to Dominican University. To be eligible for the transfer merit scholarship, a student must have completed at least 24 semester hours and have a GPA of 3.0 and higher (2019-2020)

Graduate: $7,500 - $9,000: BSB: Two merit-based scholarships are available with a minimum GPA of 3.0. The awarded amount is determined by the GPA. (2019-2020)

ELS Students

Undergraduate: $1000-$8000: All ELS EAP Level 112 graduates receive $1,000 per semester, up to a total of $8,000; present confirmation of ELS EAP Level 112 completion. (2019-2020)

Graduate: BSB: Two merit-based scholarships are available with a minimum GPA of 3.0. The awarded amount is determined by the GPA.

Information on Admission Process for Agents

Agent Notes:

Current Promotional Allowance/ Higher Education Commission information can be obtained from your Director of Recruitment or Sales Manager.