Dominican University

Dominican University is a private nonprofit, four-year institution located in River Forest, Illinois, a large suburban community west of Chicago. The university enrolls 3,786 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 57.33 out of 100. It reports a completion rate of 62% (IPEDS 2023) and a retention rate of 79% (IPEDS 2023).

Dominican University offers programs across health sciences and culinary arts at multiple credential levels. Associate-level programs include Culinary Science/Culinology and Registered Nursing. A bachelor's-level program in Physician Associate/Assistant is also available, providing students with pathways into both clinical healthcare and food science careers.

Situated near Chicago, Dominican University benefits from proximity to a large metropolitan area with significant demand for healthcare and culinary professionals. The university's combination of health sciences and professional programs serves a diverse student population in the Chicago suburbs.