Dominican University Reviews

"Well, I’ve been attending since the pandemic and my experience had not been great. Academic dishonesty aka cheating is rampant. Its pretty much a diploma mill but since its AACSB accredited and the cost per credit hour is less than that of any other university its a cheap affordable diploma mill. You can buy a degree here. All you have to do is pay your tuition and show up to class."

"Graphic Design To start, you'll need to complete gen eds and the foundations for the program. I believe those include basic drawing, painting, and sculpture classes. The painting class is particularly expensive, so keep that in mind. I think it came out to over $100 for supplies and whatnot. After that, you'll take Graphic Design 1-3 as well as some art history courses and a few electives. The professors for the design classes are pretty great-the projects are interesting and you'll be able to challenge yourself. If Bill Kerr still teaches there, make sure to take a class with him! He's one of the best professors I've ever had for any class I've ever taken. He's genuinely interesting, he's incredibly well versed in the field and in related work, and he also cares about his students. If I could, I'd go back in time and take his classes exclusively. The end of the program culminates with a gallery exhibition. it's sort of a freestyle project, so make sure you brainstorm some ideas even though it's at the end of senior year! Digital Cinema The professor that teaches the program is a really interesting guy and you can learn a lot from him, but I wouldn't recommend this program unless you are incredibly self driven and want a sort of independent study type thing. I'd go with photography instead if you want to take this route.Read Less"

"The size of classes is great and the fact that you are learning from teachers with real world experience makes a difference. I have applied much of what I learned in my classes in my current job. Some courses are harder than others, as to be expected, but the classes I learned the most from were those courses that used real world examples along with the book. I'd highly recommend the school and the program to anyone looking to advance their education."

"The program is not very challenging, and the faculty - while nice- are not very organized. There is no cohesiveness, and you can never get the same answer from any two people. I paid for my letters, but did not learn anything. The perk: full time advanced standing students can graduate in as little as 9 months."

"Dominican University has a very flexible and responsive graduate program in alternative licensure with a Masters in Special Education! I have learned how to use my past experiences in and out of the classroom to affect change inside my own classroom of special education students. The course selection was relevant, hands-on, and included a lot of collaboration among students and professors. If you are looking for a university that treats you with respect and source of knowledge, this is the school for you! Our program met off campus in a centralized location that benefitted all working professionals. The online components of the course allowed independent work and instant feedback from peers and professors. I have enjoyed the customer service through the college's registrar and my academic advisor. They have helped me make sure I'm enrolled and all payments will be received on time! This university is also very cost effective and not overbearing--especially as a full-time educator myself.Read Less"

"Dominican is a great school that I feel helps me as much as they can both financially and academically. I felt that I had options and it was easy to find information when I was looking for it. Although, some of the information i felt was important I didn't figure out until later, like what work I needed to do in order to continue getting a scholarship."

"It was a good experience. A very rigorous program."

"I was pleased with the education I received through Dominican University."

"The teachers are good, the location is pretty nice. It is not a big university but i love it"

"Dominican University was a great opportunity for me to further my education while still working. I pursued a Master of the Arts in Teaching while Teaching and it was great because the courses were very informational and allowed for a lot of hands on application in the classroom. The workload was also manageable while still being in school. I would definitely recommend this program to interested students."

"Dominican should not have an Advanced Standing option. The curriculum is a direct repeat of undergraduate social work, and honestly, the only positive is the fact that the school has a 9 month program. I would advise perspective Advanced Standing students to look elsewhere if they are interested in learning more."

"Dominican University is a small, private catholic University with thoughtful, caring faculty and staff. They are just as welcoming to commuter students as to resident students. Set in a beautiful suburb of Chicago, it affords many opportunities for activities off campus. They are very well respected for their various masters programs."

"It was a lovely experience and I made a lot of network connections. The professors were some of the best in their field and as diverse as the student body."

"The program is great, it really teaches you a lot about what social work is all about, good clinical program and the classes are excellent with professionals in the field teaching them. I strongly recommend others to attend the program at Dominican University. I had a great experience. The students learn the main skills to become an effective social work. The atmosphere is friendly and helpful."

"I feel that the instructors at Dominican have been fantastic; consistently being flexible with the demands of adult students. I feel the assignments were tedious and not very beneficial to my learning. It often felt like they just needed an assignment to justify a grade. Studying in a profession that requires a very broad perspective on the world, I expected their would be greater opportunity to share our perspectives with our peers. The biggest negative I can identify is the inconsistency in expectations for completing the program at an off campus site. On one hand I was told I would be able to complete the program attending two nights a week at the same off-site facility, but on more than one occasion my classmate and I had to campaign to get the necessary classes at our facility.Read Less"

"I really enjoy Dominican, its professors and my fellow students. Class sizes are small, which makes it easier to form relationships with professors and other students. The Dominican network is very strong in the surrounding area and the alumni are always willing to help. The one downfall I have found so far is the cost. Living in Chicago is expensive and I have to work a full-time job to support myself. Because of this I have little time for internships or devoting the proper amout of time to multiple classes. But in order to be eligible for federal loans, I must take at least 6 hours. I know the work I'm capable of putting into school and the workload I can support while still being proud of the work that I do. Having to work to pay living expenses and school expenses is hard so anything that can alleviate that burden is welcome and extremely appreciated.Read Less"

"Dominican was great for me, as I found the small but beautiful campus to be very welcoming. I enjoyed that class sizes were small, and all of the faculty were very helpful and committed to their students' learning."

"This is a great school with a very unique program which I'm enrolled in. I'm currently working toward my MBA simultaneously with a dietetic internship. This is the only school which focuses on giving me credentials for a corporate dietetic position. While I ranked the education high, the con is definitely cost. The tuition is high and very few opportunities for financial aid are available through the school. The cost of living is also high around the Chicago area, so it makes affording everything difficult.Read Less"

"I do not feel very challenged at this school. I have friends that are enrolled in other graduate social work programs from different schools and their work load appears to be more challenging and demanding. I feel too much concentration is spent on community research and global issues rather than helping the individual and family. The fact that it is a small school environment makes it easier to form bonds with your cohort and work together successfully."

"Attending Dominican University was one of the best decisions I've made in my life. The four years I spent on DU's campus were filled with challenges and successes, strong relationships, and an academic experience that has gotten me to where I am today. The small class sizes and the opportunity to personally know faculty members were some of the top reasons I chose DU. Throughout my time there, I was mentored by multiple professors, as I was challenged to think in a new way in all of my classes. If you would have asked me as an 18-year-old what I would have been involved with during college, I would have had no idea. During my time at DU, I became involved in University Ministry, Academic Advising, Residence Life, Undergraduate Admissions, Student Involvement, and other initiatives on campus. The people I met, both other students and staff members, have each impacted my life in a significant way, and I am forever grateful for that. Dominican provided me with an excellent education and opportunities to succeed academically, while challenging me to grow as an individual outside of the classroom as well!Read Less"