C+
Above Average
Score: 57/100

Dominican University of California

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 San Rafael, California 94901
🌐 https://www.dominican.edu/
Outcomes
A
84/100
Affordability
F
18/100
Resources
C+
61/100
Experience
B+
81/100
Prestige
D
39/100

Quick Stats

2,026
Total Enrollment
76%
Graduation Rate
88%
Retention Rate
8.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
96%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Dominican University of California Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $1,413,487
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,884/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 94801 (3.5% cap, Richmond)

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🏆 Where Dominican University of California Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥉
Art Therapy/Therapist
of 8 schools
#12
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
of 27 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $49,821 $49,821
Total Cost (On-Campus) $70,926 $70,926

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
31%
Receive Pell Grants
59%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

2,026
Total Students
72%
Women
87%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 24%
Hispanic 24%
Black 5%
Asian 23%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 15%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 62%
Hybrid (Some Online) 22%
Fully Online 16%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 87%
25-64 (Adult) 12%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Dominican University of California?
Dominican University of California has an acceptance rate of 96%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Dominican University of California?
Tuition at Dominican University of California is $49,821 for in-state students and $49,821 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Dominican University of California?
The graduation rate at Dominican University of California is 76%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Dominican University of California a good school?
Dominican University of California has a Repit College Score of 57/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Dominican University of California?
Dominican University of California has a total enrollment of 2,026 students. Most students (87%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology