Known for business
Dordt University is a private institution in Sioux Center with particular strength in business and engineering. With an average SAT of 1175, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.5K undergraduates with a 14:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
65% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $52,559 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $25,383.
Established
1955
Motto
Soli Deo Gloria
Type
Private university
Conference
National Association of
Division
Division III
71%Acceptance
1175SAT Avg
1,547Students
14:1Student:Faculty
65%Grad Rate
$52,559Earnings 10yr
$25,383Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate71.2%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1175
Reading & WritingMid: 580
510620
MathMid: 590
520610
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 25
2127
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$35,960
Room & Board$11,430
Books & Supplies$1,010
Total Cost of Attendance$49,722
Average Net Price$25,383
Median Debt at Graduation$21,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$228
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$20,966
$30–48K$20,971
$48–75K$23,110
$75–110K$26,192
$110K+$31,607
Programs (97)
Student Body
Undergrads
1,547
Gender Split
49% / 51%
Women / Men
First Generation
12%
Pell Grant Recipients
18%
Race & Ethnicity
White 80%
Black 1%
Hispanic 3%
Asian 1%
Two+ 2%
Int'l 10%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate65.3%
Freshman Retention85.2%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$50,551
8 Years$51,317
10 Years$52,559
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$32,100
Men
$57,600
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia