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Your chances of getting into Dominican University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

89.5%
Admission Difficulty for Dominican University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Extremely Easy 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Dominican is 89.5%.  Its admission rate is the 48th lowest in Illinois.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Dominican and can you get accepted?

Dominican University is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 4,581 out of the 5,117 who applied were admitted.

Dominican University typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.74. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 13% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Dominican?

90% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Dominican University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.74 or better
  • Earn A- grades in high school
  • Score 1020 on the SAT
  • Score 19 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

Dominican GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.74

Typical High School Grades 

A-

What GPA do you need to get into Dominican University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Dominican are to have around a 3.74 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.74 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Dominican accepts 90% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Dominican is 3.74 on the 4.0 scale. 36% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #10 in Illinois for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Dominican is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.7 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Dominican University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 36.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 14.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 14.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 13.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 9.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 13.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 1.0% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Dominican SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Dominican University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 11% of students submitted SAT scores and 3% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

890-1140

Applicants Submitting SAT 

11%
SAT Scores for Dominican University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 460
Math 25th Percentile 430
Composite 25th Percentile 890
SAT Scores for Dominican University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 580
Math 75th Percentile 560
Composite 75th Percentile 1140
Average SAT Score 1020

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Dominican University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Dominican is 1020 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 890-1140. Students who get into Dominican University score in the top 79 percent of all SAT test takers..  Dominican ranks #38 in the state of Illinois for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1020 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Dominican regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 890 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 890, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 760, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Dominican University is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1020 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1015, you have around a 90% chance of being admitted. A 1140 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 94% chance of getting in.

Dominican University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1140 and Above Good >94%
1015 to 1140 Avg + 90%-94%
890 to 1015 Avg - 83%-90%
765 to 890 Reach 71%-83%
Less than 765 Low <71%
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Dominican ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

16-22 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

3%
ACT Scores for Dominican University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 15
Math 25th Percentile 15
Composite 25th Percentile 16
ACT Scores for Dominican University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 25
Math 75th Percentile 21
Composite 75th Percentile 22
Average ACT Score 19

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Dominican?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Dominican is 19, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 16 and 22.  The school ranks #43 in Illinois for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 19. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 16 and score in the score in the top 75 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 13.

3 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Dominican University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Dominican University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Dominican for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 19 score has around 90% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 94% with a 22 ACT score.

Dominican University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
22 and Above Good >94%
19 to 22 Avg + 90%-94%
16 to 19 Avg - 83%-90%
13 to 16 Reach 71%-83%
Less than 13 Low <71%
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High School Class Rank

51% of Dominican University freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 24% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Dominican University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 24%
Top 25% of class 51%
Top 50% of class 82%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Dominican University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 3,511 1,606 5,117
Accepted 3,192 1,389 4,581
Acceptance Rate 91% 86% 90%
Enrolled 425 175 600
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 13% 13% 13%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 31, 2025

Days left to Apply

329

Applicants have 329 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Aug 31, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Dominican University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Dominican University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Dominican University Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Dominican University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Dominican University is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.74 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1020 and ACT of 19 will almost guarantee your admission.

Other Colleges to Apply To 

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=148496 IPEDS survey data for Dominican University.

Last updated February 24, 2024

FAQs

Does Dominican University prefer SAT or ACT?

11% of students submit their SAT scores to Dominican. 3% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into Dominican University?

90% of those who apply are granted admission to Dominican. Admission competition is and the college has extremely easy admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.

What SAT score is required for Dominican University?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 890 and 1140. The average SAT score is 1015. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.

What ACT score is required for Dominican University?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 16 and 22. The average ACT score is 19. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.