PrivateSuburbanDominican University New York
Orangeburg, New York 10962-1210
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for health sciences — close-knit campus
Dominican University New York is a private institution in Orangeburg with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1160, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.1K undergraduates with a 14:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
57% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $61,171 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $26,187.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Chargers
History & Fun Facts
- •History Dominican University New York was founded as Dominican College of Blauvelt in 1952 by the Dominican Sisters of Blauvelt to offer a teacher preparation program for religious women.
- •On May 17, 2022, the New York State Board of Regents approved the name change from Dominican College to Dominican University New York.
- •Presidents Mary Eileen O'Brien, 1979–1987 Kathleen Sullivan, 1987–1997 Mary Eileen O'Brien, 1997–2024 Manuel Martinez, 2024–present ^ Chicoine, Christie L.
Source: Wikipedia
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1160
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Financial Aid
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
31.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.1%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$18,250
Academics
Programs (39)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
67%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
8
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from NY state average + suburban adjustment
Climate (School Year)
Nearest Cities
Getting There
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Distance to Cities
Visit Planning
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Plan Your Visit
Days out near Orangeburg
NewTwo or three colleges you can see in one day around Harrington Park, from real bookable tour times.
- Stevens Institute of Technology · William Paterson University of New JerseyPublic and private77 days
- Mount Saint Mary College · State University of New York at New PaltzUnder $25k a year16 days