Upcoming Admission Events

Chicago Campus Open House

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.

• Saturday, November 14, 2026, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
• Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 6 – 8 p.m.

Registration will open soon.

Save the Date for Upcoming Fall and Winter Events

September
Saturday, Sept. 26, 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Homecoming Visit Day

October
Friday, Oct. 9, 10 a.m.– 1 p.m.
Among the Stars 

Wednesday, Oct. 14, 6 – 8 p.m.
Nursing Open House

Tuesday, Oct. 20, 6 – 8 p.m.
First in Family Night (In Spanish)

Wednesday, Oct. 28, 6 – 8 p.m.
Halloween Ghost & Campus Tour

November
Saturday, Nov. 7, 11a.m. – 2 p.m.
Discover Dominican Open House

Wednesday, Nov. 18, 6 – 8 p.m.
DU Family Night

December
Friday, Dec. 4,10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Among the Stars

Please check event descriptions below for more information and to register. Don't see a registration link for the event you want to attend? Please check back – links will be posted below soon.

Homecoming Visit Day

September 26, 2026

Experience Dominican like never before during this one-of-a-kind event designed to show you that this is the place for your next great adventure.

You won’t want to miss our Homecoming Visit Day. We're excited to welcome you and your family to this special experience that offers the chance to enjoy our annual Homecoming festivities and athletic events while touring campus and discovering why you'll want to call Dominican home. Space is limited; reserve your spot today!

Learn more and register for Homecoming Visit Day

Nursing Open House

October 14, 2026

Discover how Dominican University’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program will prepare you to serve as an agent of change in one of the world’s most rewarding professions. Connect with the department’s faculty, explore Dominican’s state-of-the-art clinical simulation laboratories and learn how you can make a lasting difference in the lives of patients. This event is open to transfer and prospective first-year students.

Prospective nursing students (traditional first year and transfer students) are invited to come learn more about the nursing program including how to apply for both freshman, transfers, and adult students.

Learn more and register for the Nursing Program Open House

Among the Stars

Discover all that Dominican has to offer in the most genuine way possible — by connecting with current students and experiencing what it’s like to be a Star. In this on-campus information session for prospective first-year students, you'll get a first-hand look at what makes Dominican not just a community but a family.

Upcoming Sessions:

• October 9, 2026
• December 4, 2026

Learn more about Among the Stars and register

First in the Family in Spanish

October 20, 2026

Join us to learn about the admissions process, financial aid, and the resources available to help first generation students succeed. We'll answer your questions, share what to expect throughout the college journey, and introduce you to the support services that help students thrive from their first semester through graduation and beyond.

Learn more and register for First in the Family

Halloween Ghost & Campus Tour

October 28, 2026

It’s all treats and no tricks at Dominican as we’re inviting you to join us for a special Halloween Ghost and Campus Tour event on Wednesday, October 28. Don’t miss this truly unique opportunity to explore our campus like never before. You’ll embark on a guided ghostly tour where you’ll hear the tall and spooky tales of legends and lore at the university. We’ve even carved out some time for you to connect with our dedicated admissions counselors while enjoying campfire treats. Do you dare to join us for this spook-tacular look at campus? Space is limited—reserve your place today!

Learn more about the Halloween Ghost & Campus Tour

Discover Dominican Open House

November 7, 2026


Designed for prospective first-year and transfer students, Discover Dominican events are your chance to learn about your program of interest while immersing yourself in the Dominican experience. 

Learn more about Discover Dominican

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:

• November 18, 2026

Learn more about DU Family Night

SOAR Dates for Admitted Students

Looking for SOAR dates for admitted students? Check the Admitted Undergraduate Students section below.

Save the Date for Upcoming Fall Events

October
Wednesday, Oct. 14, 6 – 8 p.m.
Nursing Open House

Monday-Friday, Oct.19-23 
National Transfer Student Week Events:
Taco Tuesday, Oct. 20
More Transfer Week events will be posted soon!

Wednesday, Oct. 28, 6 – 8 p.m.
Halloween Ghost Tours

November
Saturday, Nov. 7, 11a.m. – 2 p.m.
Discover Dominican Open House

Please check event descriptions below for more information and to register. Don't see a registration link for the event you want to attend? Please check back – links will be posted below soon.

Nursing Open House

October 14, 2026

Discover how Dominican University’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program will prepare you to serve as an agent of change in one of the world’s most rewarding professions. Connect with the department’s faculty, explore Dominican’s state-of-the-art clinical simulation laboratories and learn how you can make a lasting difference in the lives of patients. This event is open to transfer and prospective first-year students.

Prospective nursing students (traditional first year and transfer students) are invited to come learn more about the nursing program including how to apply for both freshman, transfers, and adult students.

Learn more and register for the Nursing Program Open House

National Transfer Student Week

October 19-23, 2026

We know it takes tenacity to blaze your own trail. But you have ambition, big dreams and valuable experience. And transfer students just like you thrive here. That’s because, at Dominican, we make transferring seamless, so you can focus on what matters most: challenging the status quo, changing the world and blazing your own trail. 
 
See how you can finish strong at Dominican during October 19-23, National Transfer Student Week. We're celebrating YOU all week long, with events designed to show you what the Dominican experience is all about.

Learn more about National Transfer Student Week

Halloween Ghost & Campus Tour

October 28, 2026

It’s all treats and no tricks at Dominican as we’re inviting you to join us for a special Halloween Ghost and Campus Tour event on Wednesday, October 28. Don’t miss this truly unique opportunity to explore our campus like never before. You’ll embark on a guided ghostly tour where you’ll hear the tall and spooky tales of legends and lore at the university. We’ve even carved out some time for you to connect with our dedicated admissions counselors while enjoying campfire treats. Do you dare to join us for this spook-tacular look at campus? Space is limited—reserve your place today!

Learn more about the Halloween Ghost & Campus Tour

Discover Dominican Open House

November 7, 2026


Designed for prospective first-year and transfer students, Discover Dominican events are your chance to learn about your program of interest while immersing yourself in the Dominican experience. 

Learn more about Discover Dominican
 

Please check back soon for upcoming events for degree completion and post-baccalaureate students.

Upcoming events to be announced. Please check back soon!

Graduate Information Sessions (Online)

Prospective students are invited to attend virtual information sessions for Dominican's graduate programs. You'll hear from faculty and staff and learn more about classes, curriculum, and the admission process. Virtual information sessions are held via Zoom. A link will be sent to your email address prior to the session.

Select a school or program below to see dates of upcoming virtual information sessions. If no dates are listed, please check back.

Note: links below open in a new window.

Brennan School of Business

Doctor of Nursing Practice Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program

Mediation and Conflict Resolution/Trauma Informed Leadership Programs

Nutrition Programs

Physician Assistant Studies Program

School of Education Alternative Licensure Program

School of Information Studies

School of Social Work 

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.

To be announced. Please check back soon.

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 see Canvas Workshops in Admitted Graduate Students section below for upcoming sessions.

Learn more about next steps on our Admitted Students page.

Please visit our Admitted Graduate Students Checklist page for information on upcoming graduate orientation sessions and other important information. 

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. Click the link for your school below to register.

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