Dominican University
School info
3.6
Overall Quality
Reputation
3.6
Food
2.7
Clubs
3.3
Facilities
3.9
Internet
3.3
Location
4.1
Opportunities
3.6
Safety
4.4
Social
3.2
Happiness
3.9
Basic Information
Location
- River Forest, IL
Institution Overview
- Public/Private: Private university
- Established: 1901
- Founder: Sister Mary of the Cross Goemaere, Mother Mary Goemaere, Mother Louis O'Donnell, Sinsinawa Dominican Sisters
Academic information
Degree Courses
- Dominican University offers more than 30 fully-accredited degree programs
Key Area
- Yeast and bacterial genetics
- Behavior genetics
- Design of anti-tumor drugs
- Computer simulations of mutation
- Quantitation of ionic solutes in blood plasma models
- Marine Mammal Conservation
- Amphibian Microbiota Research
- Invasive Plant Pathogen Research
- Natural Products Research
Student and Staff Numbers
- Students: The total enrollment at Dominican University is approximately 1,407 students. However, another source indicates a higher total enrollment of 2,166 undergraduate students. The exact total enrollment is not specified in the provided sources, but it is likely closer to 2,166 based on the detailed breakdown of undergraduate students
- Undergraduates: 2,063 to 2,280 undergraduate students
- Postgraduates: 22% of the total enrollment are postgraduate students. Given the total enrollment is 1,407, this translates to approximately 308 postgraduate students (22% of 1,407). However, the exact number is not provided in the sources. Therefore, the most accurate answer is: **Approximately 308**
- Academic Staff: The number of academic staff at Dominican University is approximately 100-150, based on the provided directories and faculty listings. However, an exact number is not given in the sources
- Administrative Staff: The provided sources do not give a comprehensive count of administrative staff at Dominican University. However, based on the information available, it appears that there are at least several dozen administrative staff members, but a precise number is not provided. Therefore, I can only give an approximate range: **dozens**. For a more accurate count, you would need to consult the university's official directory or contact their switchboard
Notable Alumni
- Mary Clemente Davlin
- Sister Albertus Magnus McGrath
- George Anastaplo
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Good reviews
Overall 4.8
This is an AMAZING school. It is very student based and I feel supported throughout my education.
Overall 4.7
This isnt a school you go to if you want to party. Most people go to classes and go home. You do get a great learning experience. The campus is vintage and beautiful. Its a you get what you put into school meaning if you want to take advantage of opportunities you can gain some great experience and connections. Nice location close to Chicago
Overall 4.6
pros
-Great location-convenient for stores and close to the city
-great staff and faculty
-great community
-fun RA events & social events
cons
-wifi is spotting-rent computers for major exams especially if classes are in Parmer
-food is eh, recommend dining to go and cyber but some dining food is good
P.s not a party school-don't anticipate it
Overall 4.6
Dominican is a wonderful university and I'm happy I ended up here.
Overall 4.5
I wasn't particularly fond of DU my freshman year, but throughout the rest of my years I realized there are lots of opportunities if you put yourself out there. The professors truly care about the students. You get to know the students within your majors. Lots of opportunities for leadership and research. Not very competitive, students are friendly
Overall 4.5
The social life mostly is surronded on the weekdays because the university is made up of a large body of commuter students, but the residence hall and staff will throw some events to keep you happy on weekends. The campus is small and beautiful making it easy to get around. The resources to help students are endless; JUST HAVE TO GO OUT TO GET EM
Overall 4.5
Great school, very friendly people
Overall 4.5
Not Specified.
Overall 4.4
Its a beautiful campus and all the people there are nice . If you ask for help, they will definitely help. A quiet environment; perfect for studying and doing homework. The teachers and staff are amazing and are always willing to help. The environment there radiates positive energy.
Overall 4.4
Seriously great school, but you get out what you put in. Go to all of your classes, get to know students and professors, and don't try to just skate through all four years. If you get involved around campus and get to know professors and faculty there are tons of opportunities!
Bad reviews
Overall 0.9
Transferred out of there, small and private school , no educational goals at , staying on campus is brutal, and boring. I wouldn't recommend it here in the Midwest. I have studied in different countries before so you really should trust me .
Overall 1
The school does not care for it students or their problems.
Overall 1.2
Transferred out of here. Honestly the most dull and boring school you can attend. It is a commuter school so staying on campus can be brutal. Very small, which is bad but in this case really puts a damper on the school. Would NOT reccomend coming here.
Overall 1.7
Looking for a solid Catholic school? Run, don't walk, in the opposite direction! The clubs are incredibly politically charged, in general the students reside in an echo chamber for their own ideals, unchallenged. If you hold remotely conservative values, you will be isolated. This school is hollow, larping as a serious institution. Biggest regret.
Overall 1.7
Dominican University is a small catholic school, emphasis on small. There is little to no social life outside of sports teams, most students are commuters so they come for class and leave. There are a limited amount of clubs on campus. Teachers here can be very religious but there are a handful of great ones. Not very diverse, mostly hispanic
Overall 1.8
A beautiful campus and its pretty small compared to other Universities in the city. A lot of commuters go to class and go home right away there's nothing really interesting that goes on campus. Professors are a hit or miss at this university, it truly sucks when only 1 professor teaches all lecture and lab sections.
Overall 1.9
Campus life is dead. Dorm living is BAD w bathroom issues every 2 weeks. bathrooms r always nasty. Food is crap. Hard 2 make friends. No events, all clubs are inactive. Staff aren't very helpful. Campus is pretty, but very secluded. School is so PC its annoying, politics is all it cares about. Education wise and professors r the only good thing