University of Dayton

Affordability

We admit higher education can be expensive. Next to a home, it's likely to be the largest financial commitment of your life. So rather than hide behind the numbers, let's cut right to the chase.

The University of Dayton is one of the most affordable private, Catholic schools in the country, and among comparable universities, it is an excellent value. Our graduates possess the independence, skill sets, knowledge and values preparing them for success in the ever-changing world. A University of Dayton education is a lifetime investment, appreciating over the course of time.

More than 90 percent of our students receive financial assistance including nonrepayable grants, scholarships, educational loans and part-time work study. We also offer a variety of alternative loans and payment plans to cover any balances remaining after deducting financial aid awards. Incoming, first-year students will automatically be considered for one of the merit scholarships listed below as part of the application review process.

To top it off, the grand prize winner of our servant leadership video contest will earn a $40,000 scholarship ($10,000 for four years), and the second and third place winners will be awarded scholarships, as well.

Our top-quality education is affordable. Let us show you how.

The scholarship figures on this page are for students entering in fall 2012. These scholarship ranges are to be used for informational purposes only and are based upon actual awards that accepted students received last year. Final scholarship awards will be based on the applicant's academic record, as well as the quality and strength of the applicant pool.

Application Requirements

To apply to the University of Dayton, you know you need to submit an application. But what other documents are required — and when?

The University of Dayton operates on an early action admission policy. What does that mean? It's simple. The University has two deadlines for submitting your admission materials:

Early Action: December 15
Regular Decision: March 1

While the regular decision deadline has passed, we are still accepting applications for admission and scholarship for fall 2012.

Early action is a nonbinding program that allows you to receive your admission and scholarship decisions (not to mention lower your stress level!) early in the year.

If you apply by the early action date, your admission and scholarship decision will be mailed beginning February 1. If you apply by the regular decision date, you will receive your admission and scholarship decision later in the spring.

Over the past several years, we have experienced a significant increase in the number and academic quality of applicants to the University. Based on the overall academic quality of applicants, along with the requirements for a particular major or division, the admission committee may choose to admit students to a different academic program.

Application Materials
To be considered for admission, you must submit the following materials to the Office of Admission and Financial Aid:

• Application (including the essay)
• Official transcript
• Official scores from the ACT or SAT (critical reading and math)
• Counselor's recommendation

Application Instructions
To apply, simply complete our online Application for Undergraduate Admission and Scholarship or the Common Application. And yes, the essay is required.

Next, print the recommendation form for your high school guidance counselor and ask your guidance counselor to:

• Complete the recommendation.
• Provide an official transcript of courses taken and grades received.
• Include results of either the ACT or SAT (critical reading and math).
• Note the current senior-year courses in which you are enrolled and grades for any courses completed.

Your guidance counselor should mail all materials to:

Office of Admission and Financial Aid
University of Dayton
300 College Park
Dayton, OH 45469-1300

Have Questions?
Feel free to contact our admission and financial aid counselors at 800-UD PRIDE (800-837-7433) or admission@udayton.edu.

And now, a simple action that could change the course of your life forever.

Ready to make your next big step into adulthood — and prepare for your career? Apply to the University of Dayton — it's simple!

To apply to the University, submit our Application for Undergraduate Admission and Scholarship or the Common Application. The paper version of the Common Application has a $50 application fee. This $50 fee is waived when you submit the electronic version of either application.

THE DESIRE TO LEARN MORE IS SOMETHING WE COMPLETELY UNDERSTAND.

We constantly urge our students to delve deeper. Get your questions answered by submitting our information request form to learn more about the University of Dayton. Follow nine students as they blog about their adventures in class, with friends and around the globe. Or explore campus — from wherever you are — by viewing our virtual tour or campus map.

And if you want to talk with one of our helpful admission and financial aid counselors, just call 800-UD PRIDE (800-837-7433).

Come sit on our porch and soak it up.

The best way to determine if the University of Dayton is where you belong is to set foot on campus and see it for yourself.

You'll understand the spirit running through the University better after walking through the stunningly beautiful campus full of historic halls and lush greenery. Most importantly, you will see us through the eyes of the people who call it home: professors who will ask you thought-provoking questions and challenge you to be your best self, and the truly friendly students, your possible future classmates.

We offer a variety of campus visit options, but you're also welcome to explore campus on your own. Using our self-guided tour (.pdf) and your cell phone, you can learn more about our University. And if you can't make it to campus, take our virtual tour or view our campus map.