gradeB+
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?Data Sources
Academics
gradeA minus
Value
gradeB
Diversity
gradeA minus
Campus
gradeC
Athletics
gradeC
Party Scene
gradeB+
Professors
gradeB
Location
gradeB+
Dorms
gradeC
Campus Food
gradeC
Student Life
gradeB
Safety
gradeB
About
About University of Dallas...
- Catholic
- Common App Accepted
- Hispanic-Serving Institution
- Private
Athletic Division
NCAA Division III (without football)
Athletic Conference
Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference
- Texas
- Irving
From University of Dallas
The University of Dallas is the premier Catholic liberal arts university in the country, known for its rigorous undergraduate Core Curriculum and robust graduate and professional programs in business, ministry, education and the humanities. According to national rankings, the University of Dallas has one of America’s most challenging, comprehensive, interdisciplinary undergraduate programs, offered at an excellent value to some of the happiest students in the country. With campuses in Texas and Italy, UD stands apart as a thriving community of learners committed to an education that forms students intellectually, socially and spiritually for a life well-lived. For more information, visit udallas.edu.
University of Dallas Rankings
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Admissions
Application Deadline
Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.
March 1
Acceptance Rate
59%
SAT Range
1170-1400
ACT Range
23-31
Application Fee
$50
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
Yes
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Cost
Net Price
$27,250/ year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$36,231/ year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
100%
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Academics
Professors
gradeB
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
9:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
97%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.31 responses
62%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.47 responses
47%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.47 responses
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Majors
Most Popular Majors
Business
63 Graduates
Biology
40 Graduates
Political Science and Government
36 Graduates
Psychology
30 Graduates
English
24 Graduates
Theological and Ministerial Studies
19 Graduates
Economics
17 Graduates
Computer Science
12 Graduates
Philosophy
12 Graduates
Divinity, Ministry, and Pre-Theology
10 Graduates
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Online
Programs Offered Entirely Online
Total number of complete undergraduate programs offered online or through distance learning.
Offers Online Courses
College offers distance education courses.
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
Total number of certificate degree programs offered online or through distance education.
Online Associates Programs
Total number of associate degree programs offered online or through distance education.
Online Bachelor's Programs
Total number of bachelor's degree programs offered online or through distance education.
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How Students Learn
Based on class setting of student enrollment.
Mix of Online and on Campus
14%
On Campus
86%
Online
0%
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
1,427Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
26
Undergrads Over 25
2%
Pell Grant
36%
Varsity Athletes
15%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on
39 responses
Intelligent
62%
Intelligent but kind, often religiouss
18%
Pretentious
15%
Closed-minded
3%
Outgoing
3%
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Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
90%
Poll
87%
of students say they don't have Greek life.47 responses
Poll
73%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.64 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on
37 responses
Challenging and enlightening
38%
Dedicated to opening minds and hearts
16%
Pretentious
14%
Seeking true wisdom
14%
Unique
11%
Home away from home
5%
Wonderful
3%
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After College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$47,400/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
72%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
90%
National
83%
100%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.23 responses
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University of Dallas Reviews
Rating 3.8 out of 5 546 reviews
Rating 4 out of 5
Overall the experience has been great! The school is small, but you get to know the people around you better even if they're not in your class. Campus is small, but it is close to Dallas so there is always a ton to do in the city from the farmer's market, shopping at the mall, and restaurants. UD is a Catholic University, so there isn't really a "party scene" and the religion aspect heavily influences a lot of campus life. That being said, being close to Dallas is definitely a benefit to take advantage of the night life opportunities in many of the neighborhoods like Greenville and Deep Ellum. I personally am not very religious and there hasn't been an issue on campus, even though some students do try to push their beliefs onto you.
- Junior
- 7 days ago
Rating 3 out of 5
The University of Dallas is a school dedicated to academics, research, and complete devotion towards Catholicism.
This, to many who choose this school, is a big positive - and I'd recommend it to any homeschooled/private schooled hardcore Catholic kid with a love for the liberal arts. For any one who doesn't exactly fit these categories, look somewhere else!
Many students here are intensely Conservative/Catholic - and it's very rare to find people who don't fit that mold exactly. Still, a lot of the people are nice - and there's a great sense of community.
As for academics, we have a passible STEM program, and a good Liberal Arts core. The core classes are very exhausting and don't really help you. If you like Theology and Philosophy -it's good! Our Art Departments are dedicated, but small and outdated.
Clubs are very inactive, and unless you're in certain cliques, student life is non-existent. Parties are small, but pleasant. A U.D. experience genuinely depends on your friends.
- Junior
- 4 months ago
Rating 5 out of 5
Going to UD is easily the best choice I have ever made. It is academically rigorous, and the small class size ensures you truly do learn an incredible amount. I love the student population, and the faculty, and the school traditions. If I could see anything changed, it would probably be that the dorms kinda suck, and the food isn't the best (also, my beloved Drama department deserves better space, but that's currently in the works) -- but those were pretty expected as a part of college life.
- Sophom*ore
- 21 days ago
