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University of Dayton

University of Dayton is a large, private institution located in Dayton, oh. Founded in 1850, University of Dayton offers undergraduate degrees in 147 majors.

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4 Year, Private
Division 1
8,176 undergraduates
cost $47,600 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into University of Dayton? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

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Acceptance rate 61.7%
SAT score average 1313
ACT score average 27
Average high school GPA 3.79
Application fee $0.00
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Key deadlines

February
01
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November
01
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! University of Dayton is known for one of its top majors: Computer Science. Their student-faculty ratio is 15:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
15 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Computer Science and Information Technology
Business and Management
Engineering and Technology
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Education and Teaching
Social Sciences and Psychology
Health and Medical Professions

Popular majors

Computer Science
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Marketing
Finance and Financial Management Services
Mechanical Engineering
Communication and Media Studies
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $47,600
Additional expenses
Room & board $15,640
Books & supplies $1,000
Other expenses $3,025
Cost of attendance* $67,265
Average financial aid package $43,738
Estimated cost $23,527 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $47,600
Additional expenses
Room & board $15,640
Books & supplies $1,000
Other expenses $3,025
Cost of attendance* $67,265
Average financial aid package $43,738
Estimated cost $23,527 See my potential costs

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? University of Dayton has a total undergraduate enrollment of 8,176, with gender binary students split 52% male and 48% female.

Total enrollment

11,304

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
70%
African American %
6%
Hispanic American %
6%
Asian %
2%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
3%
Unknown %
13%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At University of Dayton, students love their Student Government Association, student athletes compete in Division 1 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 300 College Park, Dayton, OH 45469
phone 9372291000
address https://udayton.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Student government association

Red scare

Christmas on campus

4paws for ability

Commuters on campus

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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about University of Dayton to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is University of Dayton?

University of Dayton is located in Dayton, oh.

What is the acceptance rate at University of Dayton? 

The acceptance rate for University of Dayton is 62%.

What’s the average GPA for University of Dayton?

The average high school GPA for University of Dayton students was 3.79.

How much does it cost for 4 years at University of Dayton?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at University of Dayton including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $269,060.

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