Your Dominican. Your Experience.
Fueled by natural curiosity, surrounded by natural beauty, Dominican University of California is more than a place. It's an experience.
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Learning for the 21st Century
A pioneering, personalized approach to education crafted with today's marketplace in mind.
Undergraduate Students
With more than 60 programs, countless real-world learning opportunities, and personalized support, your Dominican Experience can be anything you want it to be.
Graduate Students
Advance your current career or pursue a passion with a graduate or professional degree from Dominican.
Adult Learners
We serve students all throughout their education journey.
The Dominican Experience
Why Dominican?
From our northern California campus, you’ll see more than stunning views, you’ll see new possibilities.
More Dominican Facts
12 short miles to San Francisco
A suburban campus with big-city access
99% of incoming first year students receive financial aid
An affordable private education
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Go Penguins!
Dominican is a NCAA Division II school and competes in the Pacific West Conference. With 11 NCAA sports, one intercollegiate club and plenty of recreational sports, there are lots of reasons to cheer here.
Our Campus
It's easy to find inspiration here. Our 80-acre Marin County campus features scenic views, lush landscapes, flowering gardens, and buildings with history and character.
Alumni Spotlight
On the verge of making her debut at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York City, Tatiana Barber ’16 felt like she was dancing on cloud nine. “I understand the grandness of this opportunity, but I...
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News
Civic Action Fellowship
The State of California and a coalition of eight public and independent universities — led by Dominican University of California — are launching a statewide program that draws on public service as a...
Faculty Research: Global Public Health
Epidemiologist Dr. Brett Bayles, assistant professor in Dominican’s Global Public Health program, says the coronavirus outbreak comes as no surprise to the global public health community. “This was...