About Dordt College

Founded in 1955, Dordt College. is a Private college. Located in Iowa, which is a city setting in Iowa, the campus itself is Town. The campus is home to 1,454 full time undergraduate students, and 68 full time graduate students.

The Dordt College Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 14:1. There are 80 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Dordt College include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate72%
Application Deadline
Application Fee25
SAT Range920-1200
ACT Range22-27

Admissions at are considered Selective, with ,9% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 27 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

58% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 21% were in the top quarter, and 13% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Dordt College.

0%
“We”re apathetic”
50%
“We know about current events and vote”
50%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
13%
“We save it for the classroom”
0%
“Sometimes, but not often”
50%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
38%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
0%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
100%
“I feel extremely safe”
0%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
38%
“We bought the gear”
63%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
0%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
88%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
13%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
25%
“They keep regular office hours”
75%
“They”re always available”
88%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
13%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
38%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
38%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
25%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
75%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
25%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
0%
“We”re apathetic”
50%
“We know about current events and vote”
50%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
13%
“We save it for the classroom”
0%
“Sometimes, but not often”
50%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
38%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
0%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
100%
“I feel extremely safe”
0%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
38%
“We bought the gear”
63%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
0%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
88%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
13%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
25%
“They keep regular office hours”
75%
“They”re always available”
88%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
13%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
38%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
38%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
25%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
75%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
25%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    29 Students rated on-campus housing 4 stars. 28 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    19 Students rated off-campus housing 2.6 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    29 Students rated campus food 3 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    29 Students rated campus facilities 4.4 stars. 48 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    29 Students rated class size 4.6 stars. 59 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    29 Students rated school activities 4.1 stars. 31 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    29 Students rated local services 3.6 stars. 24 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    29 Students rated academics 4.2 stars. 38 % gave the school a 5.0.

Dordt College REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Dordt College?

8 Students rated Dordt College

Amber - 11/22/2024

I believe Dordt is a place where you can not only get your education and receive the career you desire. The professors at Dordt don't see you as an eye or a number in their classroom. They want to get to know you and help you in any way they can. Dordt College is also a Christ-center education and that is something important to me. At Dordt, you can grow deeper in your faith and it shows you how to put God as your number one in your job and life. Dordt allows you to be a well-rounded person and shows you how to put God first in your career.

Kenedie - 08/14/2018

Dordt is an institution that promotes learning and growing in what you believe, despite the professor's opinions. I have been able to grow tremendously in my knowledge of the subject I studied, as well as knowing who I am and what I believe. The professors at Dordt are amazing. Our college has been rated best in student to faculty engagement twice in a row by Forbes.

Madison - 05/17/2018

Dordt College is super welcoming and a great atmosphere filled with even better people. It feels like a home away from home. I know I can talk to the professors about anything, anytime. I also understand that a majority of the professors want to get to know me as a person instead of simply another student in the room.

Rachel - 05/12/2018

Dordt College provides a community-like atmosphere for students to learn and grow intellectually as well as spiritually. The college is known for engaging students to foster their development and promote their success. From academics to extracurricular activities, Dordt is an outstanding school.

Dordt College FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Dordt College?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Dordt College is 72%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    One of the most important aspect of picking the right college is to pick one that is friendly. They have to make you seem like that is where you belong and that will be fun and fulfilling to go to. If they don't make you feel accepted on your visit, they probably won't make you feel accepted when you're a student. Also, pick a college that is comfortable to be at, whether it be distance-wise, religious-wise or any other factor, there needs to be a connection between the student and the goals and community of the college. Overall, you shouldn't pick a college that you feel forced to attend, even after you've been there for an extended period of time.

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  3. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    There is not a whole lot of diversity here, people do not get a very real world experience by coming here. Its more of a happy-go-lucky little Dutch Reformed college that is rather sheltering.

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  4. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    I wish I knew that everyone acts the same in college as they did in high school, and you can always find someone to hang out with.

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  5. Describe the students at your school.

    My classmates are very hard working, but they still like to have fun and have social lives.

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  6. What's unique about your campus?

    The best thing about Dordt is the community. You will get to know many people from all classes. Everyone says hi when walking around campus. Dordt is located in a small, farming area and that helps the students to get to know others outside campus through church and various events. On and off campus, I feel comfortable and like I am at home.

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  7. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    My football scholarship and football program.

    Read all 6 answers

  8. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    Because of its small size, classes are not always offered every semester or at more than one time slot, so it can be hard to fit in all the classes you need.

    Read all 6 answers

  9. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    It is small, so you tend to build better relationships. You know that the professors genuinely care about you.

    Read all 5 answers

  10. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    Dordt is a great school with a beautiful campus, welcoming and friendly people, great course selection, and awesome student activites.

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  11. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    My school is best known for it's quality education and great sense of community.

    Read all 3 answers

  12. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    Someone who wants to be in a big city or do a great deal of partying. Dordt is a serious school and there is no room for slacking

    Read all 3 answers

  13. What kind of person should attend this school?

    Students who want to be more than a number< and are willing to work hard for what they want

    Read all 2 answers

Student Body

Students

48%

female

52%

male

1,454

Total Undergrad Enrollment

68

Total Grad Students

53%

Out-Of-State

39%

In-State

8%

International

Organizations

45

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

89%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
1%
% Black or African-American
2%
% Hispanic/Latino
3%
% White or Caucasian
82%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

100% of students attending Dordt College receive some sort of financial aid. 24% were awarded federal grants. While 63% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$29,130

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,140

Books and Supplies

$8,730

Room and Board

39,000

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$22,710
$30 - $48K
$20,771
$48 - $75K
$20,167
$75 - $110K
$23,237
$110K & UP
$25,042

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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