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Dominican University New York

Orangeburg, New York 10962-1210

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Data last updated: May 29, 2026

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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
Division
Division II

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79%Acceptance
1160SAT Avg
1,083Students
14:1Student:Faculty
57%Grad Rate
$61,171Earnings 10yr
$26,187Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate78.8%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1160

Reading & WritingMid: 532
560605
MathMid: 527
535630

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Financial Aid

Pell Grant eligible
41%
First-generation
32%

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

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

31.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.1%/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

Incident Breakdown (2024)

2

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

2

Drug Arrests

2

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Academics

Student-faculty ratio
14:1

Programs (39)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

67%

Below Average

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
10 Years$61,171

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Chargers

Lacrosse hitsVolleyball schedule

History & Fun Facts

  • History Dominican University New York was founded as Dominican College of Blauvelt in 1952 by the Dominican Sisters of Blauvelt to offer a teacher preparation program for religious women.
  • On May 17, 2022, the New York State Board of Regents approved the name change from Dominican College to Dominican University New York.
  • Presidents Mary Eileen O'Brien, 1979–1987 Kathleen Sullivan, 1987–1997 Mary Eileen O'Brien, 1997–2024 Manuel Martinez, 2024–present ^ Chicoine, Christie L.

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)

Getting There

Nearest Airports

LGA New York LaGuardia19 mi
EWR Newark Liberty27 mi
JFK New York JFK29 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA175 mi · ~5h 3m drive
New York, NY23 mi · ~40 min drive
Hartford, CT83 mi · ~2h 24m drive
Providence, RI142 mi · ~4h 6m drive
Albany, NY111 mi · ~3h 12m drive
Syracuse, NY178 mi · ~5h 9m drive
Rochester, NY237 mi · ~6h 51m drive
Buffalo, NY283 mi · ~8h 11m drive
Philadelphia, PA99 mi · ~2h 52m drive
Pittsburgh, PA319 mi · ~9h 13m drive
Harrisburg, PA163 mi · ~4h 43m drive
Newark, NJ24 mi · ~42 min drive
Trenton, NJ71 mi · ~2h 3m drive
Southern (moderate winters, warm summers)

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