If you are thinking about applying to Dominican University of California, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.
Students who apply to Dominican University of California for fall should hear back from Dominican University of California by October 1.
Here's an overiew of some of Dominican University of California's admissions stats.
Dominican University of California 2022 | Admissions Statistics |
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Mean Unweighted GPA | 3.7 |
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class | 23% |
Mean SAT Score | 1175 |
Admissions Test Policy | Test Optional |
Applicants Who Submit SATs | 7.55% |
Applicants Who Submit ACTs | 2.83% |
Waitlist | No |
These are the application deadlines for Dominican University of California.
Application Type | Offered | Application Deadline | Notification Deadline |
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Early Decision I | No | –– | –– |
Early Decision II | –– | –– | –– |
Early Action | No | –– | –– |
Dominican University of California does not offer early decision or early action.
➡️ See a list of some top colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.
It is moderately difficult to get into Dominican University of California. Dominican University of California evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.
In 2021, Dominican University of California accepted 93% of all applicants, approximately 1,839 from 1,979 applicants.
Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Dominican University of California, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.
Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.
Dominican University of California has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.
Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you shine.
Wondering what factors are considered by Dominican University of California during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.
Admissions Factor | Level |
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Academic GPA | Very Important |
Character/Personal Qualities | Very Important |
Application Essay | Very Important |
Rigor of Secondary School Record | Very Important |
Class Rank | Important |
Work Experience | Important |
Extracurricular Activities | Important |
Talent/Ability | Important |
Volunteer Work | Important |
Interview | Considered |
Recommendation(s) | Considered |
Standardized Test Scores | Considered |
Make sure to check with Dominican University of California for more information on admission factors.
To apply to Dominican University of California, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Dominican University of California's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.
Area | Required | Recommended | Required for Some | Details (If Any) |
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Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) | 2 | |||
Interview | √ | |||
Letter(s) of Recommendation | 1 | |||
Transcript(S) of College Record | ||||
Standardized Test Scores | ||||
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S) | ||||
Written Essay or Personal Statement | √ | |||
Transcript of High School Record | √ |
Students admitted to Dominican University of California have an average unweighted GPA of 3.7.
Out of all students that were admitted, 38% submitted a class rank. At Dominican University of California 23% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 48% were in the top 25% and 85% were in the top 50%.
At Dominican University of California, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.
GPA | Percent of Students |
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4.0 GPA | 24.04% |
3.75 and 3.99 | 25% |
3.50 and 3.74 | 21.63% |
3.25 and 3.49 | 12.5% |
3.00 and 3.24 | 7.69% |
2.50 and 2.9 | 7.69% |
2.00 and 2.49 | 1.44% |
This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.
Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Dominican University of California directly.
About GPAs
Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.
An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.
Dominican University of California considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.
Dominican University of California has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.
In 2022, 7.55% of Dominican University of California's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 2.83% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.
To be competitive with other Dominican University of California applicants, you should aim to score between 1055 and 1265 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Dominican University of California 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1265 and 25% of scored lower than 1055, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Dominican University of California student is 1175.
On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Dominican University of California students scored 645 or higher and 75% of students scored 527.5 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Dominican University of California students scored 630 or higher, and 75% scored a 527.5 or higher.
To be most competitive at Dominican University of California, you should strive to earn between 19.75 and 25 on the ACT.
An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Dominican University of California's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.
A 19.75 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Dominican University of California students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.75.
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For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Dominican University of California.
For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 1. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.
Transfer students can enroll in Dominican University of California during the following terms:
• Fall Term
• Spring Term
Can I defer my acceptance to Dominican University of California?
✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Dominican University of California.
Does Dominican University of California accept transfer credits?
✅ Dominican University of California accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Dominican University of California accepts:
• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Excelsior College Examinations
Does Dominican University of California accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?
✅ Dominican University of California accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.
Do I have to submit test scores to Dominican University of California?
❌ No, Dominican University of California is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you probably want to include them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.
What is Dominican University of California's acceptance rate?
✅ Dominican University of California's acceptance rate is 93%.
What is the early decision acceptance rate at Dominican University of California?
❌ Dominican University of California does not offer early decision.
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Admission Difficulty
How hard is it to get into Dominican University of California? Dominican University of California is a somewhat selective institution. The Dominican University of California acceptance rate is 93%. This means that the institution accepts 92 out of every 100 applicants.
First-Year Applications are Due
Transfer Applications are Due
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Dominican University of California is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Dominican University of California is Aug 1.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Composite SAT Range
Math SAT Range
Reading SAT Range
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1265 and Above
1055 to 1265
1055 and Less
The median SAT score for Dominican University of California students is 1175. Applicants with SAT scores of 1265 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Dominican University of California, while applicants with SAT scores between 1055 to 1265 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1055 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Dominican University of California.
Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)
At Dominican University of California, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.66. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.
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