University of Dayton : University of Dayton, Ohio

Discover Who You're Called to Be

Inspired by our Catholic, Marianist traditions, the University of Dayton educates the whole person: mind, body and spirit. Here, you’ll learn beyond the classroom. You’ll build relationships, explore your interests, enhance your skills and confidence, and make a positive impact on the world around you.

Community

If there’s one word to describe life at UD, it’s community. Inspired by our Catholic, Marianist values, campus is a place where we help each other, seek to understand one another, have fun together and collectively work for the common good.

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Real-World Experience

You’ll have high-impact, meaningful hands-on learning opportunities — including internships, research and more. These experiences will help you gain the real-world skills and knowledge you need for a successful future.

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Support

You’ll have a dedicated, holistic advisor who can help guide you throughout your journey. You’ll also be supported by an entire Flight Crew dedicated to helping you succeed academically, build connections and community, and enhance your physical and mental health.

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Transparency

Our approach to tuition is based on total transparency. You’ll get a personalized four-year overview of costs — and there are no hidden fees. All students are automatically considered for a merit scholarship when applying to UD, and textbook scholarships are also available.

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Rooted in Faith

As a Catholic, Marianist institution, we educate the whole person: mind, body, heart and spirit. Our values shape our bold approach to education and unyielding commitment to student success.

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News & Events

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Students' fatigue-detection venture leads Flyer Pitch winners

Technology to detect dangerous truck driver fatigue won the top tech prize at this year’s Flyer Pitch competition.

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National organization recognizes UD Emergency Medical Services with two honors

The National Collegiate Emergency Medical Services Foundation recognized the University of Dayton's student-run emergency medical services with two achievements for its emergency management operations and cardiac arrest care.

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Innovation hub marks five years

After a bold vision in the abandoned Dayton Arcade, The Hub Powered by PNC is a 100,000-square-foot innovation center where 200 businesses and 550 University of Dayton students connect, create and launch what’s next.

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Pulling Back the Legal Curtain on Modern Healthcare

The 16th annual UD and Miami Valley Hospital Healthcare Symposium invites students, healthcare practitioners and community members to engage in dialogue and continuing education.

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Sophomore Visit Day

This event is designed for current high school sophomores who are excited to begin the college search. During your visit you will learn more about the University of Dayton, hear from a current student panel and gain insights about the college search process.

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Baccalaureate Mass

All spring 2026 graduates and their families are welcome to attend a baccalaureate Mass at 4 p.m. Saturday, May 9, in the Frericks Center. Students will receive a blessing to lift them up for the next steps of their journey after college.

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Reunion Weekend

One of the most anticipated weekends of the year, Reunion Weekend welcomes thousands of alumni home to campus. The classes celebrating a reunion this year are the Golden Flyers, 1976, 1981, 1986, 1991, 1996, 2001, 2006, 2011, 2016 and 2021.

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Take the next step toward a University of Dayton degree — apply or confirm your enrollment today.

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Stained glass and the reflection inside the Chapel

Group of students at the Flyer Refillery

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