Upcoming Events
Chicago Campus Open House
July 20, 2024
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. Upon graduation, you’ll be seamlessly accepted to our high-impact bachelor’s degree programs should you choose to continue your studies.
This open house is for the Associate of Arts degree at the Chicago Campus. Classes begin in August 2024.
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 are available on:
- July 19
- August 9
Learn more and register for Among the Stars.
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:
- August 14
Registration opens July 10.
To be announced. Please check back soon.
To be announced. Please check back soon.
Graduate Information Sessions
Brennan School of Business Virtual Information Session
Master of Arts in Mediation and Conflict Resolution and Master of Arts in Trauma-Informed Leadership Virtual Information Session
School of Information Studies Virtual Information Sessions
School of Social Work Virtual Information Sessions
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.
Undergraduate Students
Admitted Student Day, Associate Degree Program
July 11 & 23, 2024
Chicago Campus, 6-8 p.m.
There’s no better way to see why you’ll want to join the Dominican community than to attend our Chicago Campus Admitted Student Day.
- Learn more about the associate degree program
- Hear all the details about financial aid and find answers to your questions
- Explore Pilsen in a fun scavenger hunt led by current students
- Connect with future classmates and meet faculty/staff
- Discover how your family can engage in the Dominican community during a breakout session just for parents and families
- Tour our beautiful campus
Learn more and register for the Chicago Campus Admitted Student Day (login required)
Dominican Star Summer STEM Institute
August 19-21, 2024
River Forest 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 Admitted Graduate Students 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.
School of Information Studies Canvas Workshops
College of Applied Social Sciences Canvas Workshop
Connect with our admission team and learn about life at Dominican during an upcoming event at your school.