Historical Acceptance Rates

Dillard University reported an overall acceptance rate of 40.5% for the application year 2024, with 8,065 applicants and 3,267 admitted. This represents an increase compared to the acceptance rate of 38% in 2023, which had 9,283 applicants and 3,505 accepted. Notably, the acceptance rate for 2022 was significantly higher at 79.9%, with 5,052 applicants. This downward trend from 79.9% in 2022 to 38% in 2023 and a slight rebound to 40.5% in 2024 indicates a competitive admission environment in recent years.