
Dillard University experienced a significant drop in its overall acceptance rate, plummeting from 79.85% in 2022 to 40.52% in 2023, with applications increasing from 5,052 to 8,065 during that period. The acceptance rate for the Class of 2023 is lower even when compared to earlier years, such as 55.21% in 2021 and 65.3% in 2020. Historically, Dillard's acceptance rates have fluctuated, with figures like 38.8% in 2019 and 40.6% in 2014, indicating a trend toward greater competitiveness in recent years. The notifications for early action and regular decision were not provided, but the overall trend illustrates a tightening admission landscape at Dillard University.