Dillard University

Dillard University has such a distinguished history and proud tradition that it breaks my heart to write this review, but I have no other recourse.
I attended Dillard University briefly between 2008 and 2011. Subsequently, I properly un-​enrolled after paying all outstanding tuition and fees. Several years later, I sought to re-​enroll in another college and finish my degree. However, when I ordered a transcript from Dillard, I was informed that my transcript was on academic hold for unresolved fees.
I was never previously informed that any amount was due, even though I left Dillard with my permanent address (my Mom’s house). Of greater concern, even after repeated requests, Dillard has been unable to explain what the purported outstanding fees were for.
I have made repeated efforts to contact Dillard’s administration and settle what I now believe must be an accounting error. However, I have been unable to reach anyone with the authority to provide assistance. And while this may be a simple accounting error on Dillard’s side, this event severely impacts my life and livelihood. Without my transcripts, I am unable to complete my degree at any accredited institution. As a direct result, I currently face lost potential income and scholarship opportunities.
Worse, as I endeavored to resolve my issue with Dillard, I began to learn about numerous other students who have been treated similarly. A Google search of «Dillard University» revealed many other former Dillard students looking for assistance with a terrifyingly similar set of facts.
I also learned disturbing new data that was not available in 2008 when I enrolled. Dillard’s four-​year graduation rate is only 5.2% according to College Factual. I also learned that Dillard University’s dropout rate is over 50%, by some measures. Its student loan default rate is 15.7%, more than twice the national average. Apparently, Dillard University still has not released data on average graduate incomes.
I really believe in the potential of Dillard University to be a force for good in the times of young people, but my experience has been such a nightmare that for me it has felt much more like a Ponzi scheme.

Dillard University is a Historical Black (Straight College) University in the heart of the Gentilly neighborhood in the city of New Orleans in the great state of Louisiana.
Public transportation is accessible immediately at the entrance of the campus gates.
It is one block away from Elysian Fields which can take you directly to the French Quarters (Quarter for short).
Chase bank, Whitney Bank and two others (I think Regions and Cap 1) are within 1 –2 blocks from the campus.
The neighborhood businesses have changed a bit post-​Katrina yet you can purchase incidentals and every day staples from a number of places nearby.
Education: The professors care about you and your well being. As an adult, as a human and especially as a future leader to the world. So their advice is sage even if it appears stern or harsh to some — it’s done out of love.
Volunteer Services — This is a requirement for graduation but a steadfast commitment for most if not all the students whether it was ever required or not.
Student Services — Available. Just stop by.
History — Proud, Deep roots, Connected, Dynamic and Please read more via
Safety — A top concern along with cleaniness at the campus. The students, staff, professionals and personnel in facilities and security take great pride in ensuring you don’t walk on the grass, have any harm done to you, know you’re in a safe environment and get ready to show your ID to get on the campus. This has become a strongly enforced process so it may bother some as they’re not used to it but the days of smiley faces and waving folks right on in are long gone.
The Process — As most HBCU’s, the endowments are not the largest compared to Primarily White Campuses however there’s a double impediment when talking about funds + HBCU — post Katrina. There’s work to be done and al hands on deck help make the labor lighter and the rewards that much faster to access for everyone to enjoy. Consider donating via
or call Adrian Guy Anderson at (504) 816‑4325 or shoot her an email.

This review is for the Professional Schools and Science Building.
I volunteered for EnRoll NOLA. An organization that has partnered with The Orleans Parish School Board and the Recovery School District to provide students and families with the opportunity to choose a school that suits their interests and needs. The annual New Orleans Public School Enrollment Process offers students the opportunity to easily apply to all participating schools using one application.
The building was phenomenal! We expected a large amount of families to show up and it was definitely large enough to house everyone. Large foyer area for greeting, hallway entrance to the for families to receive a ticket, an auditorium where families waited until their number was called. The auditorium also had a projector where children friendly movies were played to help make they wait more pleasurable. We used the break/​concessions area as a queue for families of 10 to wait until their number was called to enter the conference room that housed about 35 volunteer stations to place families in the available school of choice.
Also there was another larger foyer area which was used by Entergy, Cox, and public health officials as on-​site verification stations.
Overall the building was a big part of the success of EnRoll Nola’s late enrollment process. And I hope that Dillard University can provide its services time and time again to assist with the process.

Very nice campus lawn looks very well kept. Some of the building are very old and are ready for lots of repairs .The security at the gate sit in a chair and talks on there cell phone so hopefully the school doesn’t never have a serious problem .This is what you expect from a historic black university that need more funding from the leader’s in New Orleans

went to visit my Niece while I was at Mardi Gras, Didnt get to go inside because it was mardi gras And the Security lady Rudely let me know… and then told me I had to park on the No Parking zone in the street to wait on my Nice to come out… WTF! So I never did get to visit the campus… :(next time though