Dillard University
Historically Black college or university · New Orleans, LA · 1,063 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
42%
Selective
SAT (middle 50%)
968–1202
ACT (middle 50%)
18–22
Average net price
$26,363
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$43,538
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
51%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Dillard University?
Dillard University accepts about 42 of every 100 applicants (42%), which makes it selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 968 and 1202 on the SAT. A score at or above 1202 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 968, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 18–22.
The latest federal data says Dillard University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Dillard University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Dillard University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $43,538 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $26,363 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $23,918 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$23,918
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$23,918
- Room & board$13,192
- Total cost of attendance$43,538
- Average net price after grants$26,363
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Visual & Performing Arts, Business, Biology, Criminal Justice.
Dillard University FAQ
- What is Dillard University's acceptance rate?
- 42% — selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Dillard University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 968–1202. Aim for 1202 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Dillard University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 18–22.
- Is Dillard University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Dillard University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Dillard University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Dillard University cost?
- About $43,538 a year before aid; $26,363 on average after grants.
- What is Dillard University's FAFSA school code?
- 002004. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Dillard University receives your information.
- What is Dillard University's graduation rate?
- 51% of students finish within six years.
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