Dillard University is one of the oldest historically black universities in the United States. Founded in 1930, this private four-year university is located in New Orleans and offers a range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs. It is well known for offering academic programs in the liberal arts, sciences, and business, as well as professional and technical degrees. The university encourages community engagement and is dedicated to preparing students for active, responsible citizenship in a complex world. It offers service learning, study abroad, and community-based learning initiatives that provide meaningful experiential opportunities. Dillard University strives to develop well-rounded students and provide them with the tools they need to reach their highest potential.
- Address: 2601 Gentilly Blvd, New Orleans, LA 00007-0122
- Phone: (504) 816-4768
- Website: www.dillard.edu/
- Type: Private not-for-profit, 4-year
- Student Population: 1,215
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 14 to 1
- Calendar System: Semester
- Application Fee: $36
- Selectivity: Somewhat Selective
Cost
| Tuition and Fees | $19,281 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,300 |
| Room & Board | $9,656 |
| Other | $5,130 |
| Total Cost | $35,367 |
Admissions
- Acceptance Rate: 65%
- SAT Range: 950 – 1110
- ACT Range: 18 – 22
Majors
- Public Health, General
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
- Psychology, General
- Business Administration and Management, General
EnrollmentAttendance Status
- Full-time: 95%
- Part-time: 5%
Student Gender
- Male: 23%
- Female: 77%
Student Race/Ethnicity
- American Indian or Alaskan: 0%
- Asian: 0%
- Black or African American: 84%
- Hispanic / Latino: 3%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%
- White: 0%
- Two or More Races: 2%
- Unknown: 11%
- Non-resident Alien: 0%
Student Age
- 24 and Under: 93%
- 25 and Over: 7%
- Age Unknown: 0%
Student Residence
- In-State: 48%
- Out-of-State: 52%
- Unknown: 0%