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Dominican University New York

Orangeburg, NY·Private nonprofit·1,083 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. a private nonprofit school with 1,083 students.

79%
Accept
1,083
Students
$26,187
Net Price
57%
Grad Rate
$52,500
Earnings
10 yr
$18,250
Debt

About This School

Dominican University New York is a private nonprofit institution located in Orangeburg, New York with approximately 1,083 undergraduate students enrolled. Dominican University New York has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 79%. The average net price after financial aid is $26,187 per year. The graduation rate is 57%, and the typical graduate earns $52,500 within 10 years of enrollment.

Dominican University New York is a private Catholic university in Orangeburg, New York, United States. It is chartered by the Board of Regents of the University of the State of New York and accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Its 64-acre (260,000 m2) suburban campus in Orangeburg is 17 miles (27 km) from New York City in Rockland County.

The numbers tell a mixed story here — a 57% graduation rate and 67% freshman retention rate suggest a significant number of students either transfer out or struggle to finish, which is worth taking seriously before enrolling. On the plus side, median debt at graduation is a manageable $18,250, and being just 17 miles from New York City opens real doors for internships and networking that a small 1,083-student campus in Orangeburg alone couldn't offer. Worth considering if you're drawn to a close-knit Catholic liberal arts environment and have a clear plan to stay on track — but go in with eyes open about the retention trends.

Founded
1952
Setting
Large suburb

Popular Programs

Health Professions40%
Social Sciences17%
Business & Marketing12%
Biological Sciences5%
Psychology4%
English4%
Communications3%
Education2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1160
Reading 75th %ile605
Math 75th %ile630

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$33,060
Out-of-State Tuition
$33,060
Avg Net Price
$26,187
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants41%
Median debt at graduation$18,250

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
57%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
67%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$52,500
after enrollment
Median Debt
$18,250
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$18,250
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$44,200
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$52,500
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.9x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White25%
Black15%
Hispanic/Latino41%
Asian6%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,083 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Dominican University New York

470 Western Highway

Orangeburg, NY 10962-1210

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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