University of Dayton is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Dayton, OH. It is classified as Research University with high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R2 University comparison page.

The U of Dayton's 2024 tuition & fees is $47,600 for the academic year 2023-2024. 93% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $29,406.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 11,674 and the students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1 (6.67%).

U of Dayton's acceptance rate is 61.65% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 13.58%. The median SAT scores is 1290 and the ACT socre is 28.

U of Dayton ranked 101st in National Universities and 5th in Ohio Colleges rankings. University of Dayton is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of University of Dayton is $47,600. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $19,040.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $49,074 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $19,501.

Undergraduate$47,600
Graduate$19,040
Undergraduate$49,074
Graduate$19,501

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »61.65% Acceptance Rate / 13.58% Yield
Test Scores »1,290 SAT / 28 ACT
Graduation Rate »81%
Transfer-out Rate15%
Retention Rate88%(full-time), 75% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio6.67% (15 to 1)
Student Population »11,674 (8,416 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$29,406

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

University of Dayton offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at U of Dayton
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeNo
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenYes

University of Dayton Directory Information

Address300 College Park, Dayton, OH 45469
Phone937-229-1000
WEBSchool's Website
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AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie CategoryResearch University (high research activity)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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