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University of Dayton

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University of Dayton: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    The University of Dayton is a university in Dayton, Ohio, for students who want a U.S. option with a Catholic identity and a research setting. It suits applicants who want to study at a large private university in the Midwest, but the programme list is not published in the information available here.

  2. What you can study

    The university is a private, Catholic research university. A programme catalogue is not published in the information available here, so confirm current subjects and degree options on the official website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should check the universityโ€™s official admissions pages for entry requirements, required documents, deadlines, and any country-specific steps. The application process for international students and the current contact point should be confirmed directly with the admissions office.

  4. What it costs

    A tuition fee for international students is not published in the information available here, so confirm the current rate with the admissions office. Living costs in Dayton will depend on housing, transport, food, and personal spending, so budget separately for those items.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated in the information available here, so confirm this before applying. Also check visa steps, English language requirements, tuition payment timing, housing options, and whether your chosen course is open to international students.

  6. How it compares

    In the United States, the University of Dayton sits in a country with 2,515 universities, so applicants have many alternatives. What sets it apart in comparison is its Catholic identity and research-university status, which may matter more than sheer scale for students looking for a specific campus environment.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them โ€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about University of Dayton

What type of university is the University of Dayton?

It is a private, Catholic research university.

Where is the University of Dayton located?

It is in Dayton, Ohio, United States.

When was the University of Dayton founded?

It was founded in 1850.

How many universities are there in the United States?

There are 2,515 universities in the United States.

Overview

The University of Dayton (UD) is a private, Catholic research university in Dayton, Ohio, United States. Founded in 1850 by the Society of Mary, it is one of three Marianist universities in the US and the second-largest private university in Ohio. Its campus is located in southern Dayton and spans 388 acres on both sides of the Great Miami River. The campus is noted for the Immaculate Conception Chapel and the University of Dayton Arena.

Programs at University of Dayton

26 programs across 3 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Engineering

AI Engineering

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Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Business Analytics

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Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Business Economics

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Bachelor's Degree Engineering

Civil Engineering

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Professional

Master's Degree

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelorโ€™s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United States.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance โ€” verify with official sources before applying.

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