At a glance
Average net price
$22,094
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
43.3%
Admission rate
42%
Undergrad size
1,063
In-state tuition
$23,918
Out-of-state tuition
$23,918
Cost of attendance
$39,202
Median earnings (10y)
$39,196
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,050
- ACT midpoint
- 21
- Retention
- 78.0%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
13 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (23%), stem (18%), social sciences (18%).
- STEM18%
- Health15%
- Business16%
- Humanities & arts23%
- Social sciences18%
- Trades & services10%
- ~175 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Business15.9%~169 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions15.4%~163 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~111 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~105 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology7.7%~82 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences7.1%~76 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication5.0%~53 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science3.3%~35 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~29 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~29 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English1.7%~18 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics1.7%~18 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
19 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 61 | $23,188 | $31,376 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 55 | — | $32,187 |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 35 | $25,814 | $35,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 34 | $28,109 | $35,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 34 | — | $31,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 28 | $66,658 | — |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts. | Bachelor's | 24 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 23 | $21,091 | $34,500 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Urban Studies/Affairs. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Physics. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Dillard University
Dillard University is a mid-sized institution located in New Orleans, Louisiana, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,063 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Visual & performing arts, Business, Health professions.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Dillard University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $22,094 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $23,918 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $39,202 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 43.3%, a average completion outcome. 78.0% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $39,196 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Dillard University confers degrees and certificates across 13 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Visual & performing arts, Business, Health professions. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (23% of credentials), stem (18% of credentials), social sciences (18% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Dillard University accepts 42% of applicants, making it selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,050. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 21.
Location & campus
Set in New Orleans, Louisiana (city), Dillard University draws students from across Louisiana and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Dillard University
Q.How much does Dillard University cost?
The average net price at Dillard University is $22,094 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $39,202.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Dillard University?
Dillard University has a 6-year graduation rate of 43.3% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Dillard University?
Dillard University admits 42% of applicants, which is considered selective.
Q.How much do Dillard University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Dillard University graduate earns $39,196 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Dillard University?
Published tuition is $23,918 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Dillard University located?
Dillard University is located in New Orleans, Louisiana (ZIP 70122).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Dillard University at their official website.