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Dominican University of California

50 Acacia Avenue
San Rafael , CA  94901    Map it

School web site         https://www.dominican.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):

ELS San Francisco, North Bay, CA


ELS Level Required:

• Master: 112
• Bachelor: 112

Student Life:

* Offers a variety of clubs and organizations, including the Green Club and the Spirit Club. * Multi-media center, computer center and computer lab * Intercollegiate Sports: men's lacrosse, soccer, cross country and golf; women's soccer, basketball, tennis, volleyball, softball and cross country. * Athletic facilities include a fitness center, swimming pool, gymnasium, field and tennis courts. * Other amenities: fine arts studio, music conservatory, concert auditorium and student center.

Rankings:

U.S NEWS AND WORLD REPORT : [ Year: 2020, Rank: 23 ] Best Regional Universities (West)
TIMES HIGHER EDUCATION : [ Year: 2019, Rank: 271 ] College Rankings
U.S NEWS AND WORLD REPORT : [ Year: 2019 ] A-Plus Schools for B Students
U.S NEWS AND WORLD REPORT : [ Year: 2019, Rank: 21 ] Best Value School in the West
U.S NEWS AND WORLD REPORT : [ Year: 2019, Rank: 25 ] Best Regional Universities (West)
U.S NEWS AND WORLD REPORT : [ Year: 2015, Rank: 15 ] Best Regional Universities (West)
WASHINGTON MONTHLY : [ Year: 2015, Rank: - ] Among the “Top National Master’s Universities”
WASHINGTON MONTHLY : [ Year: 2015, Rank: 203 ] National schools of the “Best Bang for the Buck” in the West
U.S NEWS AND WORLD REPORT : [ Year: 2014, Rank: 31 ] Best Regional Universities (West)

Admissions & Academic Information

Academic Calendar

• Semesters

Study Opportunities

Admission Requirements

Undergraduate

• Application(s) (Completed, Signed and Dated).
  Common App Info Required
  Common Application Additional Information Needed.pdf
• Official Transcript(s) with grade scale legend and English translation: one sealed envelope and one unsealed envelope for UAS review.
• Graduation Certificate/Diploma if not part of transcript
• Professional Transcript Evaluation 
  -   Evaluation required for freshmen applicants.
  -   Course by Course evaluation required for transfer applicants.
  -   Acceptable providers:
  * AACRAO* ECE* Joseph Silny* WES* Evaluation Service, Inc.* 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: $62,010
• 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
• Does not accept scans/photocopies of all Application documents

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

• University Placement Tests.
  College Board Write Placer English and Accuplacer math tests required; remedial classes may result
• Proof of Health Coverage/Insurance.
  Proof of health insurance is required. Health insurance can be provided by Dominican University.

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.
• Graduation Certificate/Diploma if not part of transcript
  Dominican will accept a three-year degree from India that has been recognized by WES
• Professional Transcript Evaluation
  Any NACES member accepted. 3 year degree from India must use WES only.
  -   Evaluation required for graduate applicants.
  -   Acceptable providers:
  * WES
• 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: varies
• 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
  2 envelope(s) signed, sealed and labeled in English with student's name and recommender's name(s)
  -   Letters must be academic or professional & on letterhead. Recommender info required to enter in app
  Reference Information Request.pdf
• Proof of English Proficiency for regular admission
  * TOEFL PB* TOEFL PB* IELTS
• Resume, CV or Work History
• Standardized test scores may be required.

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

• Proof of Health Coverage/Insurance.
  Proof of health insurance is required. Health insurance can be provided by Dominican University.

Housing & Cost Information

On Campus Housing

• Undergraduate: Housing is available
• Graduate: No housing is available

Off Campus Housing

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

Housing

Dominican University of California has three beautiful, on-campus residences that accommodate more than 500 students. These residences are linked to campus wide Wi-Fi and come fully furnished. Typically, students live in a double or triple room and choose from several Caleruega Dining Hall meal plan options. Chilly's Cafe is also available for quick meals on the go. Dominican guarantees housing for all international students and allows the option of living with a host family.

Character & Location

Dominican University of California has a safe, beautiful 33-hectare campus is conveniently located 18 kilometers from San Francisco, and just a few kilometers from some of California's most beautiful beaches, parks and cultural centers. Dominican enrolls over 2,000 students from across the United States, although primarily from the Bay Area and Northern California, and from 21 foreign countries, including Brazil, China, Ireland, Japan, Russia, Spain, Taiwan, Thailand and Turkey. "U.S. News & World Report ranks Dominican University of California in the top tier of "Western Universities - Master's." Dominican has been recognized as a College of Distinction.

An important part of the Dominican experience is the ability to interact and work directly with professors. Students enjoy a student-to-faculty ratio of 10 to 1, with an average class size of 16 students. Dominican University of California plays an active part in the community, with extensive community health and human services outreach programs.

Average Temperatures
Low (winter): 50°F/10°C
High (summer): 72°F/22°C

Annual Costs

• Tuition : Bachelor - US $46260, Master - US $varies
• Housing: Bachelor - US $14685, Master - US $varies
• Meals : Bachelor - US $2853

Scholarship

International Students

Undergraduate: 12,000-25,000: Academic Scholarships award based on secondary school GPA (minimum 2.5/4.0). (2019-2020)

Graduate: 10% - 30%: Available for MBA and MsEd programs: scholarship is based on average GPA for last 60 units of academic work. (2019-2020)

Information on Admission Process for Agents

Agent Notes:

General/Country Specific
When sending official transcripts or evaluations, please use: transcripts@dominican.edu

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