PrivateUrbanDominican University of California
DUofC
San Rafael, California 94901-2298
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Top graduate earnings — known for health sciences
Dominican University of California is a private institution in San Rafael with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1194, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.2K undergraduates with a 8:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
76% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $84,713 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $50,218.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Penguins
History & Fun Facts
- •History Bishop Joseph Alemany In 1850, Joseph Sadoc Alemany was appointed Bishop of Monterey.
- •Years later, Mother Mary Goemaere and Mother Louis O'Donnell moved the congregation from Monterey to Benicia, and then to San Rafael in 1889.
- •In 1890, the Dominican Sisters of San Rafael formally registered their school with the State of California.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1194
ACT Score Range
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.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
45.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
2.6%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$24,250
Programs (43)
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
88%
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 CA state average + city premium