Study at Dominican University of California

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The private, independent Dominican University of California is the only four-year university in Marin County, just 12 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge. This progressive, forward thinking university prides itself on innovation, incorporating a variety of learning techniques into the curriculum. ELS students enjoy access to the same facilities as students, allowing them to congregate in the student lounge and share coffee in the courtyards or take advantage of the sports fields, fitness center and gymnasium.

Upon successful completion of ELS Level 112, you will fulfill the English language entry requirement for conditional admission to Dominican University of California, as well as additional nearby partner colleges and universities.

Dominican University of California

50 Acacia Ave

San Francisco, California, United States 94901

(415) 457-4440

Key details

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Conditional admission

Upon successful completion of ELS Level 112, you will fulfill the English language entry requirement for conditional admission to Dominican University of California, as well as additional nearby partner colleges and universities.

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Key majors offered

Graduate
  • Business Administration
  • Education
Undergraduate
  • Biological Sciences
  • Business Administration
  • Chemistry
  • Communications And Media Studies
  • International Business
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About Dominican University of California

Dominican University of California has a safe, beautiful 33-hectare campus is conveniently located 18 kilometers from San Francisco, and just a few kilometers from some of California's most beautiful beaches, parks and cultural centers. Dominican enrolls over 2,000 students from across the United States, although primarily from the Bay Area and Northern California, and from 21 foreign countries, including Brazil, China, Ireland, Japan, Russia, Spain, Taiwan, Thailand and Turkey. "U.S. News & World Report ranks Dominican University of California in the top tier of "Western Universities - Master's." Dominican has been recognized as a College of Distinction.

An important part of the Dominican experience is the ability to interact and work directly with professors. Students enjoy a student-to-faculty ratio of 10 to 1, with an average class size of 16 students. Dominican University of California plays an active part in the community, with extensive community health and human services outreach programs.

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Housing

Dominican University of California has three beautiful, on-campus residences that accommodate more than 500 students. These residences are linked to campus wide Wi-Fi and come fully furnished. Typically, students live in a double or triple room and choose from several Caleruega Dining Hall meal plan options. Chilly's Cafe is also available for quick meals on the go. Dominican guarantees housing for all international students and allows the option of living with a host family.

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Student life

  • Offers a variety of clubs and organizations, including the Green Club and the Spirit Club
  • Multi-media center, computer center and computer lab
  • Intercollegiate Sports: men's lacrosse, soccer, cross country and golf; women's soccer, basketball, tennis, volleyball, softball and cross country
  • Athletic facilities include a fitness center, swimming pool, gymnasium, field and tennis courts
  • Other amenities: fine arts studio, music conservatory, concert auditorium and student center

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