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University of Dallas

Irving, TX·Private nonprofit·1,403 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. financial aid brings net price below sticker.

54%
Accept
1,403
Students
$25,470
Net Price
68%
Grad Rate
$51,400
Earnings
10 yr
$18,478
Debt

About This School

University of Dallas is a private nonprofit institution located in Irving, Texas with approximately 1,403 undergraduate students enrolled. University of Dallas has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 54%. The average net price after financial aid is $25,470 per year. The graduation rate is 68%, and the typical graduate earns $51,400 within 10 years of enrollment.

The University of Dallas is a private Catholic university in Irving, Texas, United States. Established in 1956, it is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

This small Catholic university in Irving is worth considering if you're drawn to a serious liberal arts core curriculum rooted in Western tradition — it attracts genuinely mission-driven students and keeps debt manageable at just $18,478 at graduation. That said, the 68% graduation rate signals that roughly 1 in 3 students don't finish, which is worth asking about during your visit, and median earnings of $51,400 a decade out are modest, so it's a better fit if you're prioritizing intellectual formation over maximizing starting salary.

Founded
1956
Setting
Large city

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing20%
Biological Sciences14%
Social Sciences13%
English12%
Psychology8%
Physical Sciences4%
Education3%
Visual & Performing Arts3%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Peter MacNicolKatherine, Crown Princess of SerbiaEmily JacirChristopher Evan WelchDavid KonderlaMichael Duca

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1284
Reading 75th %ile710
Math 75th %ile660

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite28

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$50,880
Out-of-State Tuition
$50,880
Avg Net Price
$25,470
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants26%
Median debt at graduation$18,478

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
68%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
81%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$51,400
after enrollment
Median Debt
$18,478
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$18,478
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$37,400
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$51,400
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.8x

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

White56%
Black3%
Hispanic/Latino28%
Asian7%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,403 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

University of Dallas

1845 E Northgate Drive

Irving, TX 75062-4736

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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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