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School Notes Overview:
- Dillard University is a private, historically black, liberal arts institution. Dillard has as its purpose the development of graduates who are broadly educated, culturally aware, concerned with improving the human condition and able to meet the competitive demands of a global and technologically advanced society. To achieve this purpose, the university strives to create and maintain an academic climate that is conducive to the pursuit of scholarship through programs of excellence anchored in the liberal arts.
School Overview:
Dillard University
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| County | Orleans County, LA | |
| Title IV Eligible | Yes | |
| Carnegie Classification | Baccalaureate (Liberal Arts) Colleges II | |
| Institution Level | 4 or more years | |
| Institution Control | Private, non-profit | |
| Full-Time Undergraduate | 1,808 students | |
| Part-Time Undergraduate | 185 students | |
| Total Enrollment | 1,993 students | |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 97% | |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants | 91% | |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received | $2,924 | |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants | 19% | |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received | $2,038 | |
| % Students Receiving Institutional Grants | 94% | |
| Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received | $4,119 | |
| % Students Receiving Loans | 95% | |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received | $3,826 | |
School Notes:
- Dillard University's educational program is conceived and implemented to Increase students' knowledge of the liberal arts and promote awareness and understanding of the African and African American heritage, Encourage in students an attitude reflecting ethical and spiritual values and prepare them to develop a commitment to improve the human condition, Empower students to compete in a global and technologically advanced society by developing their competence in oral and written communications, in the use of quantitative reasoning skills, and in the application of information technology, Prepare students for admission to graduate and professional schools and for employment in their chosen profession.
- The Dillard University provides 38 Academic Majors, Interdisciplinary Honors Program, Business, Educational & Psychological Studies, Humanities, Natural Sciences & Public Health, Nursing, Social Sciences.
- The university takes pride in the accomplishments of our student-athletes both on and off the playing fields. While competition is important, the overall development of young men and women is essential. We are committed to preparing young people for productive careers upon completion of their athletic eligibility.
- Dillard University is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics and competes in the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference (GCAC).
- Dillard University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS)to award B.A., B.S., B.S.N.
- Profile last updated: 00/00/0000.
In the News:
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Marguerite Hollins Henderson, retired Flint-Goodridge Hospital emergency room nurse -- Obituaries today (New Orleans Times-Picayune)
posted on July 8, 2011 at 11:53:21 am
Marguerite Hollins Henderson, entered into eternal rest on Friday, July 1, 2011 at the age of 94. Marguerite Hollins Henderson A native of Woodville, MS and a resident of New Orleans, Marguerite graduated cum laude from Dillard University Nursing Program... -
CNN correspondent Soledad O_Brien to address Dillard Class of 2011 (Louisiana Weekly)
posted on June 7, 2011 at 10:11:56 am
The Dillard University Class of 2011 will make its way down the Avenue of the Oaks for commencement exercises at 7:45 a.m. on Saturday, May 7, 2011. The graduation ceremony and its weeklong buildup will celebrate the accomplishments of the senior class and serve as an opportunity for President Marvalene Hughes, who recently announced she would soon transition out of the presidency, to bid a fond ... -
Seven Klein Forest athletes sign with colleges (The Champions Sun)
posted on May 20, 2011 at 06:38:11 am
Seven Klein Forest High athletes signed with college teams on Wednesday afternoon, including three-sport athlete Keylantra Taylor, who will play basketball for Dillard University in New Orleans. -
Dillard University honorary doctorate for Irvin Mayfield, and other academic honors (New Orleans Times-Picayune)
posted on May 2, 2011 at 10:23:41 am
The Biology Enthusiasts' Association for Students at Tulane, better known as BEAST, has received an award from the American Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology for community outreach, including lectures and festivals to interest young people in science and engineering.Irvin... -
Dillard University Selects Grade Results As Online Tutoring and Distance Learning Provider (PitchEngine)
posted on April 26, 2011 at 08:28:19 pm
NEW ORLEANS Grade Results, the leading innovator of live, online instruction, is pleased to announce that Dillard University has selected it as its online tutoring provider. Through this program, Dillard students will have access to Grade Results Graduation Advancement Plan, which includes expert instruction and customized curriculum delivered via the companys proprietary live, online platform....
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