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Dominican University, also known as DU, is a private, coeducational, Catholic institution of higher learning and research located in River Forest, Illinois, United States. It was established in 1901 as St. Clara College by the Sinsinawa Dominican Sisters. After a few name and status changes, it was renamed Dominican University in 1997. The university offers several bachelor degrees, master degrees, and certificate programs in diverse areas of study. Dominican offers over 50 majors in arts and sciences and more than 17 degrees in graduate programs. Dominican is renowned for its arts and sciences programs . DU offers classes through the following schools and colleges:
DU’s campus is home to various sports teams and programs. Their sports teams are known as the Dominican Stars. DU is member of the NCAA Division III and competes in the Northern Athletics Conference. The Dominican Stars participate in basketball, soccer, cross country, tennis, baseball, and softball.
Overview of Dominican University
Dominican University was founded in 1901 as St. Clara College in Sinsinawa, WI. One of the first women's universities in the U.S. to provide a complete curriculum including studies in math and science, the institute was renamed Rosary College in 1922, the same year it was relocated to its current home in River Forest, IL (just outside Chicago). Rosary College became coeducational in 1970, and its name was once again changed, in 1977, to Dominican University. In addition to its numerous on-campus degree programs, Dominican today offers an array of Master of Arts in Education degrees which can be earned completely online. The online degree programs follow the same curriculum, employ the same nationally recognized faculty, use the same textbooks, and culminate in the same degrees awarded to on-campus students. The University's online program is coordinated in partnership with the University Alliance, the largest facilitator of e-learning in the nation. Dominican handles all academic issues including grades, assignments, testing and academic advising. The University Alliance Online assists with enrollment, program technology support and distribution of all educational materials including books, study guides, online classroom and CD-ROM lectures.
Points of Distinction
Areas of Study
Dominican's online program offers Master of Arts in Education Degrees in the following in-demand subject areas:
Dominican University Admissions
Application forms are contained in an easily-downloadable packet obtainable online through the university's website. Once downloaded, instructions for printing and submitting the forms are contained in the packet. All the necessary forms required to apply for admission are included.
Dominican University Faculty Quality
Instructors combine strong academic credentials with real-world experience and professional connections. Dominican's nationally recognized faculty earns the university a consistent ranking by U.S. News & World Report as a top-tier master’s-level university in the Midwest.
Dominican University Student Body
Students in the online master's programs are typically certified teachers seeking the skills and credentials to quickly advance their teaching careers. The University Alliance has already to date assisted in the registration of more than 300,000 enrollments.
Dominican University Student Life
Online students maintain a close working relationship with their professors and program representatives at all times. When accepted into a program, a student will be assigned a Dominican University academic advisor. This advisor can be contacted at any time by toll-free phone, fax, email or regular mail if the student has a specific question about a course or if the student wishes to discuss program progress or simply ask questions. Any non-academic or technical questions can be addressed by the University Alliance program representative and technical support staff.
Dominican University
7900 W Division St
River Forest, IL 60305
General Phone: (708) 366-2490
http://www.dom.edu/
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 337 | library science, English, sociology, history, international relations, social services, economics, American studies, ... |
| Business And Management | 272 | business management, organizational behavior, accounting, MIS, international business, fashion merchandising, knowledge management, non-profit management, ... |
| Education And Teaching | 208 | teacher education, early childhood education, curriculum and instruction, special ed, educational administration, teacher education and development, education |
| Family And Social Work | 64 | social work, food and nutrition, foodservice management |
| Therapy And Counseling | 39 | psychology |
| Science | 26 | biology, natural sciences, biological and physical sciences, chemistry |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 22 | information science, computer science, computer graphics |
| Media | 20 | public relations, journalism, communication studies |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 17 | criminology |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 15 | commercial art, photography |
| Design | 10 | fashion design |
| Mathematics | 9 | mathematics, mathematics and computer science |
| Religion And Philosophy | 9 | theology, pastoral counseling, philosophy |
| Fine Arts | 6 | fine arts, art history and criticism |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 4 | dietitian |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 3 | environmental science, environmental studies |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 2 | drama, various performing arts |
| Art Studies | 0 | arts management, art studies |
| Medical Support And Technology | 0 | clinical lab tech |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 0 | registered nursing |
| Agricultural Science And Management | 0 | food science |
| Medicine | 0 | gerontology |
Number of programs and degrees for Dominican University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 722 | 16 |
| Bachelor's degree | 339 | 57 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 2 | 2 |
| Post-master's certificate | 0 | 1 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 0 | 5 |
In 2007-2008, Dominican University had a total enrollment of 3,338 students (2,607 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 30% |
| Women | 70% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 42% |
| Graduate | 58% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 59% |
| Black | 7% |
| Hispanic | 13% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 13% |
| (Foreign Students) | 6% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 17% |
| 20-21 | 16% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 17% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 10% |
| 50-64 | 5% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Illinois | 85% |
| (International Students) | 2% |
| Missouri | 2% |
| Indiana | 2% |
| State unknown | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| Mississippi | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 77 % |
Dominican University offers campus housing for 633 of its 2,607 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of River Forest, Illinois for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Illinois Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,447 | 1,225 | 85% | 420 | 34% |
| Men | 369 | 307 | 83% | 125 | 41% |
| Women | 1,078 | 918 | 85% | 292 | 32% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 450 | 575 |
| SAT Math | 430 | 570 |
| SAT Writing | 520 | 570 |
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 26 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | recommended |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 12% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 96% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 23,800 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 23,800 |
| Room and board | $ 7,750 |
| Room charge | $ 4,500 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,250 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 950 |
Financial Aid:
Dominican University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 175000)
Dominican University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 29 | 26 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 17 | 33 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 7 | 13 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 21 | $77,820 | 10 | $76,264 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 13 | $64,387 | 18 | $62,887 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 16 | $57,132 | 34 | $54,388 |
| Instructor | academic year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| Lecturer | academic year | 3 | $60,180 | 8 | $46,704 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 53 | $67,281 | 72 | $58,467 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Food Science
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
Arts Management
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
Fashion Merchandising
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Knowledge Management
Management Information Systems, General
Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
Organizational Behavior Studies
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Graphics
Computer Science
Information Science/Studies
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Visual and Performing Arts, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Curriculum and Instruction
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, General
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Special Education and Teaching, General
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Subject Areas, Other
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General
Foodservice Systems Administration/Management
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
African-American/Black Studies
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
General Studies
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Italian Language and Literature
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Library Science/Librarianship
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Technical and Business Writing
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics and Computer Science
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Journalism
Public Relations/Image Management
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Dietetics/Dietitian (RD)
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial and Advertising Art
Photography
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
Philosophy
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Biological and Physical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Natural Sciences
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Dominican University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% |  |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 9% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 13% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % students 40 years or older (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching NCAA athletic conference member
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