Dominican University of California Description:
Dominican University of California is a private Catholic-heritage university located in San Rafael, California. The 86-acre campus sits in a small community near Mount Tamalpais and just 12 miles north of San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge. The university offers an average class size of 16 students and an 11 to 1 student faculty ratio. Undergraduates can choose from 32 majors and minors, the most popular including nursing and psychology. Dominican also offers seven graduate degrees and several teaching credentials and continuing education programs. Student life is active on campus, with over 40 academic, recreational and religious clubs and organizations. The Dominican Penguins compete in the NCAA Division II Pacific West Conference for all sports except for men’s lacrosse, which competes in the Western Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association.
Admissions Data (2012):
- Percent of Applicants Admitted: 56%
- What Are Your Chances? (from Cappex.com)
- Test Scores -- 25th / 75th Percentile
- SAT Critical Reading: 478 / 580
- SAT Math: 480 / 570
- SAT Writing: 490 / 580
- ACT Composite: 21 / 25
- ACT English: 21 / 25
- ACT Math: 20 / 25
Enrollment (2011):
- Total Enrollment: 2,278 (1,662 undergraduates)
- Gender Breakdown: 27% Male / 73% Female
- 82% Full-time
Costs (2012 - 13):
- Tuition and Fees: $39,050
- Books: $1,666 (why so much?)
- Room and Board: $13,380
- Other Expenses: $3,170
- Total Cost: $57,266
Dominican University of California Financial Aid (2010 - 11):
- Percentage of New Students Receiving Aid: 99%
- Dominican University of California Scholarships (Cappex.com)
- Percentage of New Students Receiving Types of Aid
- Grants: 99%
- Loans: 79%
- Average Amount of Aid
- Grants: $21,826
- Loans: $8,529
Most Popular Majors:
Business Administration, Humanities and Cultural Studies, Molecular Biology, Nursing, Psychology
Graduation and Retention Rates:
- First Year Student Retention (full-time students): 84%
- 4-Year Graduation Rate: 43%
- 6-Year Graduation Rate: 56%
Data Source:
National Center for Educational Statistics
Dominican University of California Mission Statement:
mission statement from http://www.dominican.edu/about
"Dominican University of California educates and prepares students to be ethical leaders and socially responsible global citizens who incorporate the Dominican values of study, reflection, community, and service into their lives.
Guided by its Catholic heritage, the University is committed to diversity, sustainability, and the integration of the liberal arts, the sciences, and professional programs."
