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Colleges / Dominican University of California

Dominican University of California

San Rafael, CA 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate93%
Acceptance Rate93%

Dominican University of California Admissions

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.

Dominican University of California Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Dominican University of California's admissions stats.

Dominican University of California 2022 Admissions Statistics
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

Dominican University of California Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Dominican University of California.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No –– ––
Early Decision II –– –– ––
Early Action No –– ––

Applying Early to Dominican University of California?


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.


More on Dominican University of California Admissions


How To Get Into Dominican University of California

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.

Transferring to Dominican University of California

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Dominican University of California

Dominican University of California has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Dominican University of California?

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.

Admissions Factors at Dominican University of California

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
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.

Dominican University of California 2022-2023 Application Requirements

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)
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

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Dominican University of California?

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%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Dominican University of California, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA Percent of Students
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.

Standardized Test Scores

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.

What is a Good SAT Score for Dominican University of California?

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.

What is a Good ACT Score for Dominican University of California?

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.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Dominican University of California

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


Dominican University of California Admissions FAQs


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.

Want To Learn More About Dominican University of California?

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Admission Difficulty

Somewhat Selective

93%

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.

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Dominican University of California Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Continuous processing

Transfer Applications are Due

Aug 1

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

Dominican University of California SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

1055 - 1265

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Math SAT Range

535 - 645

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Reading SAT Range

528 - 630

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

SAT Score

Estimated Chance

1265 and Above

Good

1055 to 1265

Avg

1055 and Less

Low

SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted

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.

Dominican University of California GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.66

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

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.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

1,855

Campus Setting

Suburban

Acceptance Rate

93%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$49,426

Out-of-State

$49,426

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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