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Dominican University of California

San Rafael, California · Private

84%acceptance rate
1240–1260SAT middle 50%
21–26.25ACT middle 50%
$51,292average net price

Dominican University of California admitted 84% of 1,785 applicants (Common Data Set 2024-2025). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1240–1260 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 76% of students graduate within six years.

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Application deadlines

Dominican University of California’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:

Regular decision
Rolling admission

The application is free. Dominican University of California asks for the Common App personal essay.

Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Dominican University of California’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.

Early decision and early action

Dominican University of California doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How Dominican University of California rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • Course rigor
  • Recommendations
  • Character

Important

  • Class rank
  • Activities
  • Talent or ability
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience

Considered

  • GPA
  • Test scores
  • Essay
  • Interview
  • First generation
  • Legacy
  • Showing interest

Not considered

  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Religion

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.65 GPA. 21% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.

  • 4.026%
  • 3.75–3.9924%
  • 3.50–3.7420%
  • 3.25–3.4912%
  • 3.00–3.249%
  • 2.50–2.999%
  • 2.00–2.490%
  • Under 2.00%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $70,926 a year. After grants, students paid $51,292 on average.

Average price after grants, by family income:

  • $0–30k$45,630
  • $30–48k$46,430
  • $48–75k$46,242
  • $75–110k$49,460
  • $110k+$54,480

Quick answers

What is Dominican University of California’s acceptance rate?

Dominican University of California admitted 84% of applicants: 1,498 of 1,785 (Common Data Set 2024-2025).

When is Dominican University of California’s application deadline?

Dominican University of California uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.

What SAT score do you need for Dominican University of California?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1240 to 1260, with a median around 1250. A score at or above 1250 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

How much is Dominican University of California’s application fee?

The application is free for 2026–27.

What does Dominican University of California require?

Besides the application and transcript, Dominican University of California asks for the Common App personal essay.

Does Dominican University of California have supplemental essays?

No. Dominican University of California has no supplemental essays for 2026–27. You send only the Common App personal essay.

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