University of Dayton Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
University of Dayton is a private research university in Dayton, Ohio, serving roughly 7,682 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 65.45% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $75,537 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $49,140
- 2024 Average Net Price: $29,533 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 65.45% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 7,682 97.1% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 80.18%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
- First-Generation Students: 10.2%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 3.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 6.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 70.3%
- Average SAT Score: 1335
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 8,027
- Applicants (IPEDS): 22,747
- Room & Board: $16,800 annual estimate
University of Dayton: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Dayton, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Dayton?
University of Dayton is located in Dayton, OH (ZIP 45469).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is University of Dayton public or private?
University of Dayton is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does University of Dayton cost?
Published tuition: $49,140.
Average net price after aid: $29,533.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $21,736 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $21,595 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $24,155 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $26,871 |
| $110,001+ | $33,731 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $196,560.
How hard is it to get into University of Dayton?
Admission rate: 65.45%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1335 and midpoint ACT 26.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of Dayton?
Total enrollment: 7,682 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 8,027 students.
Graduate enrollment: 2,766 students.
About 97% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Dayton?
150%-time completion rate: 80.18%.
First-year retention: 89.1%.
What do graduates of University of Dayton earn?
Median earnings: $62,477 six years after entry; $75,537 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $23,250.
15.81% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Dayton known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Computer Science (275 completions)
- Mechanical Engineering (226 completions)
- Finance, General (183 completions)
- Speech Communication and Rhetoric (171 completions)
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General (171 completions)
- Educational Leadership and Administration, General (125 completions)
- Health Professions and Related Programs (123 completions)
- Law (116 completions)
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering (109 completions)
- Psychology, General (109 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Dayton a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 65.45%; completion rate 80.18%; median earnings $75,537 at 10 years; net price $29,533. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$49,140
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Dayton was $49,140.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$29,533
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Dayton had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $29,533.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$118,132 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$29,533 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$196,560 4-Year Tuition
$16,800 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,000 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$66,940 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$267,760 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Dayton.
Financial Aid by Income Level
15.81% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
40.44% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at University of Dayton was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for University of Dayton in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $35,800 | $35,800 | $30,720 |
| 2014 | $37,230 | $37,230 | $33,236 |
| 2015 | $39,090 | $39,090 | $27,884 |
| 2016 | $40,940 | $40,940 | $28,866 |
| 2017 | $41,750 | $41,750 | $32,721 |
| 2018 | $42,900 | $42,900 | $31,187 |
| 2019 | $44,100 | $44,100 | $31,003 |
| 2020 | $44,890 | $44,890 | $29,928 |
| 2021 | $44,890 | $44,890 | $27,407 |
| 2022 | $46,170 | $46,170 | $29,442 |
| 2023 | $47,600 | $47,600 | $31,236 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
65.45% Acceptance Rate
22,747 Total Applicants
14,023 Students Admitted
1,904 First-Time Students Enrolled
13.58% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1335
ACT Average: 26
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.5 - 3.7
Estimated Median GPA: 3.60
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
University of Dayton reported total enrollment of about 7,682 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 53% male and 47% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (79.2%), Hispanic or Latino (6.7%), and Black or African American (4.9%). About 15.81% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 10.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
97.1% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Dayton in 2024 is 7,682 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 8,027 students. Graduate enrollment is about 2,766 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
89.1%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 79.2%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
65.33% 100% Completion Time
80.18% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 65.33% of students graduating from University of Dayton completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Computer Science: 70% male / 30% female
- Mechanical Engineering: 84% male / 16% female
- Finance, General: 81% male / 19% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of Dayton.
Return on Investment
$23,250 Median Student Debt
$75,537 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
30.78% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
539.43% Return on Investment
3.1 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Dayton.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 115 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Computer Science: 275 completions
2. Mechanical Engineering: 226 completions
3. Finance, General: 183 completions
4. Speech Communication and Rhetoric: 171 completions
5. Marketing/Marketing Management, General: 171 completions
6. Educational Leadership and Administration, General: 125 completions
7. Health Professions and Related Programs: 123 completions
8. Law: 116 completions
9. Electrical and Electronics Engineering: 109 completions
Most popular programs at University of Dayton.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Dayton graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Dayton from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 70.3%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,699
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $13,290
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Dayton is a private non-profit institution located in Dayton, OH, classified as Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Finance, General. Enrollment is approximately 7,682 students. Student body composition includes White (79.2%), Hispanic or Latino (6.7%), Black or African American (4.9%). The admission rate is 65.45%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1335. The 150%-time completion rate is 80.18%. Approximately 15.81% of students receive Pell Grants. About 10.2% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
Location
Dayton, OH 45469
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Exceptional Graduation Rate: With a 80.18% graduation rate, University of Dayton demonstrates strong student retention and completion. This rate significantly exceeds the national average, indicating effective academic support and student services.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 115 distinct degree programs, University of Dayton provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Dayton located?
University of Dayton is located in Dayton, OH.
What is University of Dayton's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of Dayton is 65.5% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 22,747 applicants and 14,023 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of Dayton cost?
Reported tuition is $49,140 and average net price is $29,533 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $16,800 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Dayton?
University of Dayton reports undergraduate enrollment of about 8,027 students, White (79.2%), Hispanic or Latino (6.7%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Dayton?
About 10.2% of students at University of Dayton are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of Dayton?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of Dayton reports midpoint SAT about 1335 and midpoint ACT about 26.
What do graduates of University of Dayton earn?
Median earnings are $62,477 six years after entry and $75,537 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Dayton?
The 150%-time completion rate is 80.2% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Dayton students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $23,250.
Is University of Dayton public or private?
University of Dayton is a private nonprofit institution located in Dayton, OH.
Is University of Dayton an HBCU?
No. University of Dayton is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Dayton a tribal college?
No. University of Dayton is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Ohio college costs
- Ohio colleges by ROI
- Dayton, Ohio city profile
- Great Lakes regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Ohio
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.