Dillard University: what international applicants need

What are Dillard University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Dillard University admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is Dillard University's acceptance rate?

41.9% for students who started in fall 2024: Dillard University admitted 3,189 of its 7,618 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Dillard University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Dillard University is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

What SAT score do you need for Dillard University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 488–562 in Math and 480–640 in Reading and Writing (11% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 18–22.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Dillard University's application fee for international students?

Dillard University's application fee is $60 for international applicants: $20 more than the $40 US applicants pay.

Does Dillard University accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

No. Dillard University accepts the Common App fee waiver from US students only.

• If the fee is a real obstacle, write to the admissions office: some universities grant waivers on request.

Which English tests does Dillard University accept?

Dillard University doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does Dillard University require?

Dillard University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Dillard University require the Common App personal essay?

No. Dillard University doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Dillard University have?

32 of Dillard University's 1,068 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 3%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Dillard University cost for international students?

Dillard University's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $23,918, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $13,543. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $44,685 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source