University of Dayton
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$44,890
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About University of Dayton
The University of Dayton is a medium-sized private university located on an urban campus in Dayton, Ohio. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 8,644, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 81%. The university offers 88 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 81%, and a student-faculty ratio of 15:1. Tuition and fees for students are $44,890.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
This school has a high acceptance rate.
This school accepts students at a higher rate than other schools. High acceptance schools welcome 51-100% of all applicants.
This school has a high acceptance rate.
This school accepts students at a higher rate than other schools. High acceptance schools welcome 51-100% of all applicants.
81% of students were accepted during the 2020-2021 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
Students remain enrolled in this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This typically means students are happy with their school selection and wish to continue their education there.
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Students remain enrolled in this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This typically means students are happy with their school selection and wish to continue their education there.
Learn more about how we determine school awards91% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.
Graduation Rate Insight
Students graduate from this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This is typically an indication of a school's quality and means most students finish their degree in a timely manner.
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Students graduate from this school at a higher rate than other schools.
This is typically an indication of a school's quality and means most students finish their degree in a timely manner.
Learn more about how we determine school awards81% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scores Considered (not required)
High school transcript Required
High school rank Recommended
Letter of recommendation Required
High school GPA Required
Open admission No
Completion of college prep program Considered (not required)
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) Required
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollment Implied no
Credit for qualified life experience* Implied no
Advance placement (AP) credits Yes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile 23-29
SAT 25th-75th Percentile 1080-1300
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
This school has a student body of between 5,000 and 15,000 students.
Learn more about how we determine school awards12k
Students enrolled
28%
Online student enrollment
15:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
75%
Non-U.S. Citizen
8%
Black
5%
Hispanic
5%
Two or more races
3%
Asian
2%
Unknown
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Female student population
49%
Socio-economic diversity
18% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $44,890 | $44,890 |
| Graduate | $17,730 | $17,730 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2020–2021 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,000 |
| On-campus room and board | $14,580 |
| On-campus other expenses | $1,750 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $14,580 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $1,750 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $1,750 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $62,220 | $62,220 |
| Off-campus without family | $62,220 | $62,220 |
| Off-campus with family | $47,640 | $47,640 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
29%
State Grant Aid
8%
Institution Grant Aid
95%
Pell Grant
18%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$25k
Average student debt after graduation
$48k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2020-2021]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.
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