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Dordt University

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world rank  3319

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Overview

Founded in 1955, the Dordt University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the rural setting of the medium town of Sioux Center (population range of 2,500-9,999 inhabitants), Iowa. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Dordt University (Dordt) is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Reformed religion. Dordt University (Dordt) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 69-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Dordt also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Dordt University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Dordt University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Dordt University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Dordt University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym Dordt
Founded 1955
Motto Soli Deo Gloria
Glory To God Alone
Colours Black and gold
Mascot Defender
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University Location

Address 700 7th St SE
Sioux Center
51250-1697 Iowa
United States
Dordt University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Dordt University Phone Number +1 (712) 722 6000
Dordt University Fax Number +1 (712) 722 1185

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Dordt University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Dordt University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Dordt University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Dordt University.

Dordt University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
30,000-34,999 US$
(27,340-31,890 Euro)
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students
30,000-34,999 US$
(27,340-31,890 Euro)
7,500-9,999 US$
(6,830-9,110 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Dordt University's admission information.

Dordt University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Dordt University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Dordt University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Dordt University's acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Dordt University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Dordt University's Admission Office Admission Office

498 Fourth Avenue, Northeast
Sioux Center 51250
(712) 722 6080
(800) 343 6738

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Dordt University.

Dordt University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Dordt University has an enrollment range of 1,000-1,999 students making it a very small-sized institution.


Dordt University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 100-199 academic employees (Faculty).


Dordt University's Control Type Control Type

Dordt University is a private higher education institution.


Dordt University's Entity Type Entity Type

Dordt University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Dordt University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Rural setting.


Dordt University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Dordt University is Christian-Reformed Religious Affiliation

Dordt University has a Christian-Reformed affiliation (Christian Reformed Church in North America - www.crcna.org).


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Dordt University's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Master's Colleges & Universities: Small Programs
Size & Setting Four-year, small, highly residential institution
Enrollment Profile Very high undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, selective, lower transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions plus arts & sciences, no graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Postbaccalaureate: Single program-Education

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Dordt University's main facilities:


Dordt University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Dordt University's Library

Dordt University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 84,388 physical volumes, 7,721 physical media, 164,974 digital/electronic media and 212 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 7 full-time employees, including 3 librarians. Dordt University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Dordt University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the Dordt University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,311 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Dordt University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Dordt University's main services:


Dordt University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Dordt University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Dordt University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Dordt University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Dordt University's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Dordt University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Dordt University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Dordt University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Dordt University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU)
  • Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
  • International Association for the Promotion of Christian Higher Education (IAPCHE)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

Dordt University's Facebook page Dordt University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Dordt University's X (formerly Twitter) page Dordt University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Dordt University's YouTube channel Dordt University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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