Dominican University New York
About Dominican University New York
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Dominican University New York is a private university in Orangeburg, NY. It has a 89% acceptance rate and a 53.4% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,079 students.
Founded
1952
Location
Orangeburg, New York
Students
1,386
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
63.3%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
52.5%
Below national average
Tuition
$34,220
Per year
Avg Net Price
$41,832
After financial aid
SAT Average
1160
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$61,171
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
63.3 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
$40
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
With a 63.3% acceptance rate, Dominican University New York admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
SAT Scores
1160/ 1600
ACT Scores
N/A
Not reported
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
52.5% complete their degree within six years
Retention
66.4%
4-Year Grad
27%
6-Year Grad
43%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
35%
$/Student
$9.5K
Class Size
Medium
The 27% graduation rate is below average, but 66.4% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$34,220
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$15,090
Books & Supplies
$1,900
Total Cost of Attendance
$47,802
After Financial Aid
$41,832
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$40,695
Receive Grants
48.4%
Take Loans
76.6%
The total cost of attendance runs about $47,802/yr, including $15,090 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $41,832.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Dominican University New York fund their education.
While in School
48.4%
Get Grants
Free money
76.6%
Take Loans
Must repay
$43,171
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$25,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$265/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $25,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $61K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Dominican University New York.
Gender
62.9%
Female
37%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,105
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
281
Graduates
32.1%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
11.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 63% of the student body. 32.1% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
1,105
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Doctoral
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Dominican University New York fields 12 varsity teams with 405 student athletes, about 37% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II without football
Conference
Central Atlantic
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
12
Biggest: Lacrosse
Student Athletes
405
37% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
62% / 38%
253
Men
152
Women
8
Men's Teams
10
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Dominican University New Yorkearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$61,171
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$94K
100 grads
1yr Earnings
Social Sciences, General
$28K
49 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$29K
19 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
17 grads
Biology, General
$37K
16 grads
1yr Earnings
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
—
13 grads
Earnings grow steadily here: $51K at six years, $50K at eight, and $61K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.