About University of Dayton
Dayton University asks big questions and takes action in all realms of knowledge — the arts, sciences, religion, business, education, engineering and law. For the international student, Dayton offers a pathway for success that eases you into your new surroundings, culture, and educational experience.
The Numbers Don't Lie
There are many reasons why students choose to study internationally at the University of Dayton. Consider the statistics below to learn more about the school’s city, academics and campus life.
Academics: Valued Traditions & Exciting Innovations
Love innovation and improving the world? So do we. UD was the first U.S. university to create an undergraduate program in human rights studies.
- 1st Catholic university in the U.S. for sponsored engineering research.
- $117+ million in research sponsorship.
- 56th Best Engineering School.
- TOP 50 ranking for U.S. “Colleges that create futures” for students.
- 96% of students find success after graduation.
- 15-TO-1 student-to-faculty ratio, for more personal attention from professors.
Students & Faculty
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*All data is provided by the school or compiled from IPEDS as of December 2018
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| Accounting | ||||||
| Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering | ||||||
| American/United States Studies/Civilization | ||||||
| Applied Mathematics, General | ||||||
| Art History, Criticism and Conservation | ||||||
| Art Teacher Education | ||||||
| Biochemistry | ||||||
| Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering | ||||||
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | ||||||
| Business Administration and Management, General | ||||||
| Business/Managerial Economics | ||||||
| Chemical Engineering | ||||||
| Chemistry, General | ||||||
| Child Development | ||||||
| Civil Engineering, General | ||||||
| Clinical Psychology | ||||||
| College Student Counseling and Personnel Services | ||||||
| Communication, General | ||||||
| Community Psychology | ||||||
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | ||||||
| Computer Engineering Technology/Technician | ||||||
| Computer Engineering, General | ||||||
| Computer Science | ||||||
| Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services | ||||||
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | ||||||
| Design and Visual Communications, General | ||||||
| Development Economics and International Development | ||||||
| Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia | ||||||
| Directing and Theatrical Production | ||||||
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General | ||||||
| Early Childhood Education and Teaching | ||||||
| Econometrics and Quantitative Economics | ||||||
| Economics, General | ||||||
| Education, Other | ||||||
| Education/Teaching of Individuals in Early Childhood Special Education Programs | ||||||
| Educational Leadership and Administration, General | ||||||
| Educational Psychology | ||||||
| Educational/Instructional Technology | ||||||
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | ||||||
| Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician | ||||||
| Engineering Mechanics | ||||||
| English Language and Literature, General | ||||||
| Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies | ||||||
| Environmental Biology | ||||||
| Environmental Science | ||||||
| Exercise Physiology | ||||||
| Experimental Psychology | ||||||
| Finance, General | ||||||
| Financial Mathematics | ||||||
| Fine/Studio Arts, General | ||||||
| Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General | ||||||
| Foreign Language Teacher Education | ||||||
| Foreign Languages and Literatures, General | ||||||
| French Language and Literature | ||||||
| General Studies | ||||||
| Geology/Earth Science, General | ||||||
| German Language and Literature | ||||||
| Graphic Design | ||||||
| Higher Education/Higher Education Administration | ||||||
| History, General | ||||||
| Human Nutrition | ||||||
| Human Services, General | ||||||
| Industrial Engineering | ||||||
| Industrial Technology/Technician | ||||||
| Intellectual Property Law | ||||||
| International Business/Trade/Commerce | ||||||
| International/Global Studies | ||||||
| Journalism | ||||||
| Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching | ||||||
| Kinesiology and Exercise Science | ||||||
| Laser and Optical Engineering | ||||||
| Law | ||||||
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other | ||||||
| Management Information Systems, General | ||||||
| Management Science | ||||||
| Manufacturing Engineering | ||||||
| Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician | ||||||
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | ||||||
| Materials Engineering | ||||||
| Mathematics Teacher Education | ||||||
| Mathematics, General | ||||||
| Mechanical Engineering | ||||||
| Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician | ||||||
| Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry | ||||||
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | ||||||
| Music Performance, General | ||||||
| Music Teacher Education | ||||||
| Music Theory and Composition | ||||||
| Music Therapy/Therapist | ||||||
| Music, General | ||||||
| Operations Management and Supervision | ||||||
| Organizational Behavior Studies | ||||||
| Organizational Communication, General | ||||||
| Pastoral Studies/Counseling | ||||||
| Philosophy | ||||||
| Photography | ||||||
| Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | ||||||
| Physical Sciences | ||||||
| Physical Therapy/Therapist | ||||||
| Physics, General | ||||||
| Political Science and Government, General | ||||||
| Pre-Dentistry Studies | ||||||
| Pre-Law Studies | ||||||
| Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies | ||||||
| Pre-Physical Therapy Studies | ||||||
| Psychology, General | ||||||
| Public Administration | ||||||
| Public Relations/Image Management | ||||||
| Reading Teacher Education | ||||||
| Religion/Religious Studies | ||||||
| Religious Education | ||||||
| School Psychology | ||||||
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| Sociology | ||||||
| Spanish Language and Literature | ||||||
| Special Education and Teaching, General | ||||||
| Speech Communication and Rhetoric | ||||||
| Sport and Fitness Administration/Management | ||||||
| Sustainability Studies | ||||||
| Systems Science and Theory | ||||||
| Theology/Theological Studies | ||||||
| Visual and Performing Arts, General | ||||||
| Women's Studies | ||||||
Students
Total Students
12,525
Faculty
Total Faculty
2,119
Student/Faculty Ratio
Tuition
Estimated Cost
$44,000
Admissions
Total Applicants
12,314
Admitted
75%
Enrolled
17%
Test Scores
SAT Math
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SAT Reading
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SAT Writing
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ACT Composite
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TOEFL
Required
IELTS
Required
Academics
Sinclair Academy at UD
No matter which degree you pursue, you’ll be challenged to open yourself up to the world and learn from firsthand experience that will prepare you for a successful career — and life — after college. At the University of Dayton, international students can opt to participate in the UD Sinclair Academy, where you are given academic preparation to transfer to UD as an undergraduate. Sinclair College at UD offers international students tailored access to advising, student activities, and athletic events.
Whether it’s showing an employer an impressive resume or wowing admission counselors with your graduate school application, you’ll build the skills you need to stand out and make a difference.
Student Life: Friends, Fun & More
There’s always something to do at UD, from making friends with students from 60+ countries to exploring culture right on campus:
8,000+ undergraduate students from around the U.S. and the world.
2,475 graduate and law students from around the U.S. and the world.
4th ranked school for “Students love these colleges.”
270+ student clubs and organizations focused on academic interests, diversity, hobbies and more.
8+ national awards for excellence in college dining since 2010.
13 art and performance venues on campus.
Pathway for the International Student
The Intensive English Program helps non-English speakers learn the language quickly and proficiently through an immersive program that combines teaching, learning support and community interaction.
Pathway for the International Student
Discover the Ultimate University Experience
For international students, the move from high school in your home country to a university in the United States can be challenging — a new language, new ways of learning and a new home. The University of Dayton eases this transition by combining credit-bearing courses from the first year of your degree with additional academic support, instruction and cultural experiences. Together, these facets of the program combine to create a learning-centered environment that promotes academic success, active involvement in campus life and community engagement. UD offers a number of benefits that are designed to help international students be successful.
Dayton: Just the Right Size for Success
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Dayton: Just the Right Size for Success
About Dayton
As a medium-sized city with 140,000 people, Dayton offers culture and fun without overwhelming students. And with a central location in the U.S., it’s easy to visit other cool cities too.
Named a top 100 best place to live in the U.S.
17th best U.S. city for careers in science, technology, engineering and math.
Popular industries include aerospace, aviation, healthcare and education.
Average temperatures are -3°C in January, 22°C in June and 12°C in October.
Dayton International Airport has non-stop flights to 13 U.S. destinations.
Cincinnati International Airport has non-stop flights to 56 destinations, including Europe and Latin America.
Student Stories
Jing
I am from Nanjing University of Science and Technology, where I majored in electrical and computational engineering. This is my first year at the University of Dayton, and I am still excited about being able to study here.
As an engineering student, I was especially attracted to the extraordinary advanced technologies in the US. Having the chance to study these technologies is a dream to me. I was motivated to gain comprehensive knowledge and practical skills, so I applied to the master's program in electrical and computer engineering at the University of Dayton.
With top scholars and advanced facilities – including 10 specialized laboratories – students here experience great enhancement in our academic ability, and we gain both theoretical and hands-on training. This enhancement can lead to good job opportunities in the future.
It’s not easy to step out the protection of our parents and face the challenge of living in a new country alone. But this is also a great opportunity for us to be stronger and better. Besides, we are never alone here. The University of Dayton is a big family who supports each other. We can find lifelong friends.
Zhijun
I am a Ph.D. student in the electro-optics program at the University of Dayton. I have been at UD for two and a half years, and feel comfortable studying and living here.
I decided to study in the USA when I was a freshman. The higher educational quality and better research capabilities attracted me to study in the USA. I decided to come to UD because the electro-optics program is strong in academic research. The quiet and beautiful small town where the school is located also attracted me.
I have made a lot of friends here at UD, and some are like family members to me. People here are all kind enough to support each other and take care of each other.
It's not an easy decision for anybody to study abroad. Choose the University of Dayton to warm you up with the light from the whole UD family.
Prad
After I graduated from middle school, I decided I wanted to earn my master’s degree in the United States, and I finally decided to achieve my dream. I wanted to become a successful engineer, and the United States and especially the University of Dayton became the primary choice to help me excel in this field. I am really grateful to my parents who stood by me in all my dream and endeavors; it is because of them I am here.
I chose UD because the professors are experienced and friendly. UD also provides the infrastructure and has a dedicated research institute for students to work on their projects. And UD is one of the top-ranked universities in the U.S. The campus is one of the safest and most student-friendly.
I had the same jitters every other international student has when they leave their country for higher education. But the fears were gone within a matter of days, and ever since then I feel like I am at my home. The students and faculty always have a smile on their face, which brightens the day and helps to get rid of any stress. I participate the international club events and other campus events, which helped me make lot of friends. My stay in the U.S. is an unforgettable one.
My on-campus job is another addition to the long list of things I love about UD. I get to meet new people every single day, and the job is interesting and challenging. The friends I have and the campus events are what I love the most about UD. The biggest surprise for me was that in short time I made so many friends, and I will never ever regret my decision to join UD. I will remain a Flyer forever.