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| Location | Dayton, Ohio |
| Online | udayton.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Dayton, Ohio, University of Dayton is a mid-size four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Roman Catholic faith. In the most recent statistical year 17,262 prospective students applied, and 13,919 were granted admission. Of those admitted 2,126 enrolled in the school. 10,800 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,171 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $44,890 plus fees of $0. University of Dayton is ranked 237 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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University of Dayton is rated within the top 34% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for University of Dayton within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#237 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#172 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#8 in Best Colleges in Ohio
#7 in Best Private Colleges in Ohio
#361 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#17 in Best Value Colleges in Ohio
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1130/1330 |
| ACT | 23/29 |
| GPA | 3.77 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | May 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $14,870 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,750 |
| Total One Year Cost | $62,510 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 28% |
| Engineering | 13% |
| Education | 8% |
| Communication | 7% |
| Health Professions | 5% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=202480 IPEDS survey data for University of Dayton.
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