A Community that Makes It Possible

Dominican's future is shaped by the people who believe in its mission. University Advancement brings together alumnae/i, friends and family whose generosity helps move the university forward while strengthening our mission. 

From gifts that meet immediate needs to planned giving that invests in future generations, your support strengthens academic programs, provides scholarships and expands student opportunities. You help sustain an education rooted in truth, service and the common good. 

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Dominican Fund

Your gift opens doors to new opportunities. The Dominican Fund provides immediate, unrestricted support where it’s needed most, including scholarships, undergraduate research, study abroad and so much more.

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Every Gift Moves Us Forward

Your generosity helps create opportunities for Dominican students to pursue their goals and realize their potential. Donor support opens doors and removes barriers, providing scholarships, expanding civic learning and research opportunities, transforming educational spaces and more. Every gift of any amount helps ensure that students have the resources they need to succeed.  

Giving at Dominican, 2025-26

100%
of first-year students receive some type of financial aid
$37,921
average total financial aid award
59%
of entering freshmen are the first in their families to go to college
1,920
students received institutional grants/scholarships in Fall 2023
300+
scholarship funds that support Dominican students
70%
of Dominican’s $61 million endowment is dedicated to scholarships

Meet our Donors

We are thankful to our Dominican supporters who have chosen to include us in their charitable plans. Read about why others have chosen to make a planned gift to Dominican.

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For more information,
please contact:

University Advancement
advancement@dom.edu
(708) 524-6283