Welcome to Dominican!

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Whether you'd like to come visit or need help with the application process, financial aid or choosing a major: just fill out the form; we're here to assist.

All are welcome at Dominican!

Dominican is a top-ranked (#16 U.S. News and World Report Best Value Schools – West Regional Universities) non-profit university in San Rafael, CA; just 12 miles north of San Francisco. As a Penguin, you’ll experience highly engaging personal coaching and mentoring along with a myriad of opportunities for internships, community projects, global learning, clinicals, field research and much more so that you’re ready for your dream job or grad school upon graduation.

Finish in Four Years

The vast majority of Dominican undergrads finish their degree within four years. There are generally no delays as required classes are always available. Our four-year graduation rate is almost 30 points higher than the CSU system average.

Whatever your goals, it's our privilege to help you achieve them!

We offer both merit- and need-based scholarships in addition to the federal and/or state aid you may be eligible for. 99% of our first-year students receive financial aid.

76% of our students identify as ethnically diverse and 31% are the first in their families to attend college. Dominican is a designated Minority Serving Institution (MSI), specifically both a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Institution (AANAPISI).

 

No Application Fee and Automatic Scholarship Consideration

We know applying to schools can add up, so we do not ask for an application fee. Even better, you can start your application process right now.

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Important Dates

  • October 1: FAFSA/California Dream Act submission for the following academic year begins.
  • November 1: Early Decision nursing application deadline.
  • February 1: Regular Decision nursing application deadline.
  • March 2: FAFSA/California Dream Act/Cal Grant priority deadline.
  • June 1: Priority deadline for all financial aid forms and documents.

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✔ Internship and job placement support

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