At a glance
Average net price
$29,533
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
80.2%
Admission rate
65%
Undergrad size
7,682
In-state tuition
$49,140
Out-of-state tuition
$49,140
Cost of attendance
$65,881
Median earnings (10y)
$75,537
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,335
- ACT midpoint
- 26
- Retention
- 89.1%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
23 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (27%), business (26%), social sciences (16%).
- STEM27%
- Health12%
- Business26%
- Humanities & arts15%
- Social sciences16%
- Trades & services4%
- Business26.2%~2,013 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Engineering17.3%~1,327 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Health professions11.7%~895 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Education8.3%~640 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication8.0%~612 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology5.3%~404 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~337 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~212 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences2.7%~208 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~184 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering tech2.4%~181 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science2.3%~177 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~94 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~75 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English0.9%~71 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~59 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~59 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History0.7%~51 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~24 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts0.3%~24 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.2%~15 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~15 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science. | Master's | 599 | — | — |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 380 | $65,339 | $24,250 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 357 | $54,158 | $22,750 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 323 | $47,795 | $24,187 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 278 | $62,126 | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 264 | $39,856 | $25,375 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 209 | $34,569 | $25,483 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 207 | — | $25,669 |
| Law. | First professional | 194 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 176 | $25,442 | $25,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 144 | $23,411 | $26,000 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor's | 140 | $69,024 | $26,625 |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs. | Bachelor's | 130 | $17,002 | $24,794 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 119 | $55,463 | $27,000 |
| Chemical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 108 | $68,637 | $22,999 |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor's | 108 | $63,857 | $26,500 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology. | Master's | 101 | $42,350 | — |
| Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies. | Master's | 93 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Graduate certificate | 88 | — | — |
| Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology, Other. | Bachelor's | 86 | — | — |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Master's | 83 | $82,553 | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 82 | $47,984 | — |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Master's | 82 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 82 | $34,305 | $26,000 |
| Business/Managerial Economics. | Bachelor's | 81 | $54,059 | $24,548 |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Bachelor's | 81 | $59,946 | $26,500 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 80 | $37,605 | $25,747 |
| Engineering-Related Fields. | Master's | 73 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master's | 72 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Doctoral | 72 | — | — |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor's | 69 | $62,507 | $27,000 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | First professional | 69 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 68 | — | $25,000 |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations. | Bachelor's | 64 | $52,813 | $25,813 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Master's | 60 | — | — |
| Computer Engineering. | Bachelor's | 59 | $65,400 | $26,090 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Master's | 57 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 56 | $34,893 | $24,398 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 53 | $55,446 | $23,364 |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Graduate certificate | 48 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About University of Dayton
University of Dayton is a large institution located in Dayton, Ohio, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 7,682 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Engineering, Health professions.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at University of Dayton — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $29,533 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $49,140 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $65,881 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 80.2%, a strong completion outcome. 89.1% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $75,537 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
University of Dayton confers degrees and certificates across 23 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Engineering, Health professions. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (27% of credentials), business (26% of credentials), social sciences (16% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
University of Dayton accepts 65% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,335. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 26.
Location & campus
Set in Dayton, Ohio (city), University of Dayton draws students from across Ohio and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about University of Dayton
Q.How much does University of Dayton cost?
The average net price at University of Dayton is $29,533 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $65,881.
Q.What is the graduation rate at University of Dayton?
University of Dayton has a 6-year graduation rate of 80.2% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into University of Dayton?
University of Dayton admits 65% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do University of Dayton graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median University of Dayton graduate earns $75,537 per year.
Q.What is tuition at University of Dayton?
Published tuition is $49,140 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is University of Dayton located?
University of Dayton is located in Dayton, Ohio (ZIP 45469).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with University of Dayton at their official website.