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93.2%Acceptance
$50,666Tuition
1,178Students
76%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$84,713Earnings
Private nonprofit4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalNCAA Division IIStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$50,666
Out-of-State Tuition
$50,666
Average Net Price
$50,218
Students Receiving Financial Aid
29.6%
Room & Board (On Campus)
$15,986
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$17,784
Books & Supplies
$1,152
Total Cost of Attendance
$67,804
Median Debt at Graduation
$27,000
Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
$286/mo
Loan Repayment Rate
71.5%
Students Taking Federal Loans
54.8%
Pell Grant Recipients
29.6%

Net Price by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education

Net price by family income bracket
Family Income Average Net Price
$0 – $30,000 $45,630
$30,001 – $48,000 $46,430
$48,001 – $75,000 $46,242
$75,001 – $110,000 $49,460
$110,001+ $54,480

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Cost Overview

Most families pay around $50,200 annually at Dominican University of California, despite the $67,804 sticker price. Net costs range from $45,630 for families earning under $30,000 to $54,480 for those making over $110,000. Over four years, expect to invest roughly $200,000 to $218,000 depending on your family's income bracket.

Graduates typically carry $27,000 in debt, translating to $286 monthly loan payments. With median earnings hitting $84,713 within ten years, that debt load represents about 4% of monthly income for most alumni. The 72% loan repayment rate suggests graduates generally manage their obligations successfully. Lower-income families get the best financial deal here, saving nearly $9,000 annually compared to wealthy families. The small class sizes and strong nursing program help justify costs for families prioritizing personalized Catholic education in the Bay Area.

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