collageFinancial Aid and Scholarships
Want to receive financial aid to attend Dillard University? In order to be considered, you must be admitted as a degree-seeking student and complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year you are enrolled. You can fill out your FAFSA starting on October 1st the year before you seek to receive aid, and the priority deadline is March 1st.
Applying for Financial Aid
New students can apply for financial aid today by following these seven steps:
1. Apply for admission to Dillard University through myDU.
2. Complete your FAFSA online. You and a parent must each create an FSA ID, or Federal Student Aid username and password, to sign the FAFSA electronically. The school code for Dillard University is 002004.
3. If the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships requests any additional documents from you, send them in within two weeks of our request.
4. Check your award status through myDU to see if you have been awarded any financial aid.
5. If you are awarded a Federal Direct Loan, you must complete entrance loan counseling and e-sign a Master Promissory Note to receive your loan(s).
6. Apply for outside scholarships. For more details, see below or visit our Outside Scholarships page.
7. Each semester, make sure you meet our Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) standards so you do not lose your financial aid.
Types of Financial Aid Available
Financial aid includes scholarships and any other funds that assist a student with paying for their college education. We encourage all students who think they may need help paying for college to apply. There are several different types of financial aid available to meet the needs of students in a variety of situations, including both need-based and merit-based financial aid. Need-based aid is offered to those who can prove a financial need for assistance (based on FAFSA), while merit-based aid is offered to students based on their academic abilities or achievements.
Four main types of financial aid include:
● Scholarships, which are usually offered by a college, foundation, or other organization based on a student’s academic performance or other achievements.
● Grants, which are usually offered by a government or other organization based on a student’s financial need. Dillard University also, however, offers grants to further defray the cost of attendance.
● Work-Study, which are college programs that offer part-time jobs to students who demonstrate financial need, allowing them to work and earn money while in school.
● Loans, which can be need-based or non-need-based, are available to students.
Learn more about the different types of financial aid available at Dillard here.
Outside Scholarships
While our institution offers a variety of scholarships to students, there are also many outside sources that offer scholarships to Dillard students. Get started by reading our list of outside scholarships today.
For more information about financial aid and scholarships, please browse the frequently asked questions above or visit the Financial Aid and Scholarships page.
Dillard University Scholarships
Albert Morgan, Jr. And Olivia E. Morgan Scholarship
This scholarship is open to high school seniors who attend a Forsyth County (NC) high school and plan to attend an HBCU to major in education or hospitality. Students must have a grade point average of 2.5 or higher and demonstrate financial need.
Total: $1000
Awards: 1
Deadline: April 01VIEW SCHOLARSHIPS
Salem Lodge #139/Robert A. Miller Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is open to African-American high school seniors who attend Forsyth County (NC) high schools and plan to attend a Historically Black College/University (HBCU). Students must have a grade point average of 2.75 or higher and demonstrate financial need; merit and need are equally weighted.
Total: $500
Awards: 1
Deadline: April 01VIEW SCHOLARSHIPS
Horatio Alger Louisiana Scholarship Program
This award is for Louisiana high school seniors planning to attend an eligible Louisiana institution. Students must demonstrate critical financial need and possess a grade point average of 2.0 or higher.
Total: $10500
Awards: 25
Deadline: October 25VIEW SCHOLARSHIPS
Beinecke Scholarship Program
This award is available for U.S. college juniors who are planning to pursue a master’s or doctoral degree in the arts, humanities or the social sciences and must have a grade point average of 3.5 or higher. Students must currently attend and be nominated by one of the participating colleges or universities.
Total: $34000
Awards: 20
Deadline: February 09VIEW SCHOLARSHIPS
Louisiana GO Grant
This award is available to Louisiana resident high school students who are planning to attend an approved postsecondary institution in Louisiana. The student must demonstrate financial need greater than $0 after deducting the student’s Expected Family Contribution and Federal Pell Grant Award from the Cost of Attendance.
Total: $3000
Awards: 1
Deadline: March 01VIEW SCHOLARSHIPS
Keisha M. Michael Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is open to African-American high school seniors who reside in New Castle County, Delaware, and have a grade point average of 2.5 or higher. Students must plan to attend a Historically Black College or University (HBCU); community and church service will be considered in selection.
Total: $1000
Awards: 1
Deadline: March 15VIEW SCHOLARSHIPS
UNCF/Koch Undergraduate Scholars Program
This scholarship is open to U.S. high school seniors who plan to major in accounting, business, economics, engineering, history, philosophy, or political science at a UNCF member institution. Students must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher.
Total: $10000
Awards: 2
Deadline: March 31VIEW SCHOLARSHIPS
HBCU Connect Minority Student Scholarship
HBCUConnect.com encourages minority students from all around the nation to pursue bachelors degrees at U.S. historically black colleges and universities. Applicants must be minority graduating high school seniors, transfer, or full time undergraduate students attending historically black college or university.
Total: $4000
Awards: 4
Deadline: April 01
How much does Dillard University cost?
| Dillard University Cost of Attendance | |
|---|---|
| In-state | $19,281 |
| Out-of-state | $19,281 |
| On-Campus Room and Board | $10,218 |
| Off-Campus Room and Board | $9,072 |
| Average Annual Cost | $17,269 |
| Average Cost by Family Income | |
|---|---|
| Family Income | Average Cost |
| Under $30,000 | $15,461 |
| $30,000-$48,000 | $16,367 |
| $48,000-$75,000 | $19,132 |
| $75,000-$110,000 | $20,825 |
| Over $110,000 | $22,496 |
Dillard University Financial Aid and Debt
32%
Students paying down their debt
$36,000
Typical Total Student Debt
$372
Typical Monthly Loan Payment
Financial Aid Breakdown for Full-time Incoming Freshman
| Aid Type | % Receiving | Average Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grant or scholarship aid | 100% | $13,596 |
| Federal Grants | 75% | $5,224 |
| Pell grants | 75% | $5,017 |
| Other federal grants | 22% | $756 |
| State/local goverment grant or scholarships | 34% | $4,633 |
| Institutional grants or scholarships | 99% | $8,958 |
| Student loan aid | 84% | $11,171 |
| Federal student loans | 84% | $11,954 |
| Other student loans | 2% | $8,506 |
Contact Dillard University to learn about their financial aid program
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| Micro-scholarships* | Colleges Awarding | Amount |
| Take a challenging class | 288 | Up to $3,000 |
| Do an extracurricular activity | 276 | Up to $3,000 |
| Attend a summer program | 130 | Up to $4,500 |
| Have work experience | 197 | Up to $12,000 |
| Take a foreign language class | 185 | Up to $5,000 |
| Play a sport | 140 | Up to $1,500 |
*GPA and other eligibility restrictions may apply
Dillard University Admissions
| What is Dillard University’s admissions rate? | |
|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 39% |
| Average GPA | |
| SAT Submissions | 33% of applicants |
| SAT Reading | 500-580 |
| SAT Math | 480-540 |
| SAT Writing | |
| ACT Submissions | 78% of applicants |
| Composite Score | 19-23 |
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Dillard University Campus Life
14:1
Student to Faculty Ratio
Forbes Ranking
30%
Four-Year Graduation Rate
51%
Six-Year Graduation Rate
Student Population
| Campus Life | |
|---|---|
| Total undergraduates | 1290 |
| Living on campus | |
| Transfer Students | 4% |
| Under Age 25 | 94% |
| Gender Balance | |
|---|---|
| Women | 75% |
| Men | 25% |
Student Diversity
| Race/EthnicityPercentBlack or African American91.4Unknown6.9American Indian or Alaska Native0.9White0.5Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander0.2Asian0.2Hispanic or Latino016%Diversity Index: Chance you’ll bump into a diverse range of students | |
|---|---|
| Black or African American | 91.40% |
| Unknown | 6.90% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 0.85% |
| White | 0.47% |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0.23% |
| Asian | 0.16% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0.00% |
Dillard University Graduation Success
First Year Student Retention
30%
Four-Year Graduation Rate
$32,800
Average Salary After Graduation
About Dillard University
True to its heritage, Dillard University’s mission is to produce graduates who excel, become world leaders and are broadly educated, culturally aware and concerned with improving the human condition. Through a highly personalized and learning centered approach, Dillard’s students are able to meet the competitive demands of a diverse, global and technologically advanced society.
Address
2601 Gentilly Blvd
New Orleans, LA
| Type | Private |
|---|---|
| Profit Status | not-for-profit |
| Category | Baccalaureate Colleges |
| Setting | Large City |
* Financial aid is only available for those who qualify
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