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Dominican University New York

Orangeburg, New York 10962-1210

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Health sciencesTight-knitSuburban

Known for health sciences — close-knit campus

Dominican University New York is a private institution in Orangeburg with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1160, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 1.1K undergraduates with a 14:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

57% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $61,171 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $26,187.

Established
1952
Mascot
Charlie the Charger
Type
Private university
Conference
Division II ranks of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Division
Division II

Campus Visits

149 upcoming visits · Next: Mon, Apr 13 · Admitted Student Event, Campus Tour, Saturday Tour
79%Acceptance
1160SAT Avg
1,083Students
14:1Student:Faculty
57%Grad Rate
$61,171Earnings 10yr
$26,187Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Dominican University New York Launches New Data Science Minor

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

Admissions

Acceptance Rate78.8%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1160

Reading & WritingMid: 532
560605
MathMid: 527
535630

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

78.8%

Trend

SAT Avg

1160

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$33,060
Room & Board$16,220
Books & Supplies$1,600
Total Cost of Attendance$48,001
Average Net Price$26,187
Median Debt at Graduation$25,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$265

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$21,435
$30–48K$21,420
$48–75K$27,482
$75–110K$28,370
$110K+$30,166

Financial Intel

Avg Net Price

$26,187

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

3100.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$18,250

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

8

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Programs (39)

Student Life

Student Body

Undergrads
1,083
Gender Split
61% / 39%
Women / Men
First Generation
32%
Pell Grant Recipients
41%

Race & Ethnicity

White 25%
Black 15%
Hispanic 41%
Asian 6%
Two+ 2%
Int'l 4%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate56.8%
Freshman Retention66.8%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$50,865
8 Years$58,086
10 Years$61,171

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$52,400
Men
$52,800

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
Forbes
#52

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Chargers

History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

143Very High

Estimated from NY state average + suburban adjustment

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 30"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 125

Nearest Cities

New Yorkpop. 8.3M
23 mi(40 min)
Philadelphiapop. 1.6M
99 mi(172 min)
Bostonpop. 675K
175 mi(303 min)

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