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| Location | Sioux Center, Iowa |
| Online | dordt.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Remote Town |
| Religious Affiliation | Christian Reformed Church |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Dordt University, established in 1955 and located in Sioux Center, Iowa, offers a Christ-centered education dedicated to a Reformed, biblical perspective. The university encourages students to apply their faith to every area of life which includes scholarship, work and service. Dordt provides a residential campus environment, with a majority of students living in on-campus housing options that range from traditional dormitories to apartments and suites. While Dordt's campus is in a rural setting, it maintains connectivity with the larger community and is about an hour's drive from Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Academically, the institution is known for its strong programs in education, engineering, agriculture, social work, and business administration among others, and has a moderately selective admissions process. While Dordt might not be distinctly known for its athletic prowess, it competes in the NAIA as the Defenders, fielding teams in a number of sports.
In the most recent statistical year 1,476 prospective students applied, and 1,294 were granted admission. Of those admitted 444 enrolled in the school. 1,482 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 379 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $34,000 plus fees of $600. Dort is ranked 486 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Dort is rated within the top 45% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Dordt College within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#486 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#338 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#10 in Best Colleges in Iowa
#7 in Best Private Colleges in Iowa
#477 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#10 in Best Value Colleges in Iowa
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1020/1260 |
| ACT | 21/28 |
| GPA | 3.65 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,010 |
| Other Fees | $600 |
| Room and Board | $10,990 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,500 |
| Total One Year Cost | $50,100 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Education | 23% |
| Business | 17% |
| Engineering | 7% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 6% |
| Agriculture | 6% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024