by our College Data Analytics TeamHere are the current tuition and fee figures for Dillard University, along with how those costs compare to other schools and how they have changed.
For the most recent year on record, tuition and fees at Dillard University stood at $23,918 for the year for full-time undergrads. There is no in-state discount at this school.
The fees portion of those totals were $3,800; the remainder is straight tuition.
| Most Recent Reported Year | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $20,118 |
| Fees | $3,800 |
| Total | $23,918 |
This tuition and fees total reflects one year of study and do not include room and board.
Keep in mind that a number of students receive financial aid and scholarships that reduce the amount they actually pay. The amounts above are before any aid.
How much will Dillard University cost for part-time students? Visit the Cost Per Credit Hour page for details.
For some context, here is how Dillard University tuition and fees stack up against other institutions. Each rating is relative to the average for that group of schools.
| Nationwide | In LA | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Average | Expensive | Average |
Against the nationwide average, Dillard University is about average on cost.
Keep in mind that sticker price is only part of the story — aid can change what you actually pay. Visit the Dillard University Financial Aid page for specifics.
Tuition at Dillard University has trended over the last several reported years.
| Year | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $17,410 |
| Two Years Ago | $18,280 |
| One Year Ago | $19,194 |
| Most Recent Year | $20,118 |
The chart below tracks how tuition at Dillard University has changed across the reported years.
From the prior year, tuition increased 4.8%. Carrying the same rate forward one year puts tuition + fees around $25,069 next year.
Tuition generally rises year after year at most schools, so a freshman should expect to pay more by senior year.
Browse answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for additional detail.
Tuition and fees rose at an average annual pace of 7.46%, so cost a year out lands around $25,702.
If that pace holds, here is what tuition and fees could look like over the next five years:
| Academic Year | Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|
| Next Year | $25,702 |
| In 2 Years | $27,619 |
| In 3 Years | $29,679 |
| In 4 Years | $31,893 |
| In 5 Years | $34,272 |
Budgeting for four years rather than one is the safer way to plan — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $114,893.
A tuition number is just one part of the picture — financial aid can sharply lower the real price a family pays.
For specifics on financial aid at Dillard University, visit the Dillard University Financial Aid page.
