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Explore the ways you can experience Dominican, on campus and virtually

Chicago Campus Open House

La Casa - Resource Center
Dominican University - Chicago Campus
1815 S Paulina St
Chicago, IL 60608


Join us at our Chicago campus open house to explore how Dominican’s new associate degree program will give you the skills, credentials and connections you need to launch your career. You’ll meet with our dedicated admissions counselors, explore both our residence and academic spaces, get more information about our career-focused curriculum and learn all the details about this two-year program designed to jumpstart your career. 

Upcoming sessions are available on:

  • May 11
  • June 1

Learn more and register

DU Family Night

Head over to campus for this informative experience, where you’ll have an opportunity to connect with our dedicated admission counselors, who will be available to answer any questions you have. You’ll also tour campus and hear from a panel of current Dominican University students, who will be eager to walk you through everything you need to know.

Upcoming sessions are available on:

  • May 8

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Bachelor of Professional Studies Virtual Information Sessions

Dates to be announced.

Graduate Information Sessions

Dates to be announced.


Application Workshops

Sign up for a 30-minute time slot during which a graduate recruiter will answer questions on the application process and materials. You’ll have the opportunity to email application materials (resume and personal statement) ahead of time for our recruiter to review. Sessions will be held via Zoom. A link will be sent to your email address prior to the session.

Dates to be announced.


Canvas Workshops

This workshop will demonstrate Canvas, the Dominican University Learning Management System (LMS). During the workshop, a graduate recruiter will show how Canvas is utilized by Dominican faculty and students and will answer questions about the academic program.

*Please check the admitted graduate students events section if your program is not listed here.

Dates to be announced.

Undergraduate Students

Financial Aid Week
May 14-18 and May 28-June 1, 2024
Appointments available in-person, on Zoom or by phone

Financial Aid Week is an opportunity for admitted students to receive individual financial aid consultations. Admissions Counselors will meet with students to explain their financial aid awards, out of pocket costs, and payment plan options. This event is for students who have received their official financial aid awards.

Register now (login required)


Dominican Star Summer STEM Institute
August 19-21, 2024
On campus, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

The Dominican Star Summer STEM Institute is an ideal gateway experience as you get ready to begin your college career. This free 3-day in-person experience will prepare you for the rigor of your education at Dominican through mentoring, community building and hands-on lab experiences. Any STEM-interested student is encouraged to apply.

Admitted undergraduate students, check your email for more information and to register.


Next Steps and Upcoming Events for Undergraduate Students

Learn more about next steps and upcoming events on our Admitted Students page.


Graduate Students 

Please visit our Graduate Students Checklist page for next steps and important requirements. 

Graduate Students FAFSA Webinar
May 15, 2024
6-7 p.m.

Led by Dominican's Financial Aid & Enrollment Services Office, this virtual workshop is for admitted graduate students who need assistance in completing the FAFSA, as well as those who have already submitted the FAFSA. Find out how to navigate the process and what to expect when financial aid awards are available.

Learn more and register


Canvas Workshops

This workshop will demonstrate Canvas, the Dominican University Learning Management System (LMS). During the workshop, a graduate recruiter will show how Canvas is utilized by Dominican faculty and students and will answer questions about the academic program.

Dates to be announced.


Orientation Sessions

Dates to be announced.

Connect with our admission team and learn about life at Dominican during an upcoming event at your school. 

First-Year Off-Campus Events

Transfer Off-Campus Events