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Colleges in Dayton

There are at least 15 colleges in Dayton, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 45,927 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 35,080 full-time students, and a reported 9,009 dorm rooms.

The largest schools here include Sinclair Community College, Wright State University-Main Campus and University of Dayton.

Please also check for colleges in the nearby cities and towns, shown at the left. We also provide an extensive list of Ohio Colleges.

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  • There are a lot of studio and one-bedroom apartments in Dayton.

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DeVry University
Dayton, Ohio

Started in 1931, DeVry has grown into one of the largest private universities in the U.S., with locations in many major metro areas.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Engineering, Engineering Technician, Leisure, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor

ITT Technical Institute
Dayton, Ohio

With over 100 campuses in 34 states nationwide and online programs offered as well, the ITT Technical Institutes may have a program that is convenient for you. ITT Tech is dedicated to teaching technology.

  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma, Master

Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University
Dayton, Ohio

Offers MBA and Master's degree management programs. Located at several sites in the United States and Canada

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Education And Teaching, Engineering Technician, Family And Social Work, Medical Administration
  • Degrees/Course Work: Certificate, Master

Miami-Jacobs Career College
Dayton, Ohio

Miami-Jacobs Career College (MMCC) offers certificates and diplomas that help people start careers to better their lives. They have campuses located in Dayton, Springsboro, and Troy, Ohio.

  • Programs: Beauty And Cosmetology, Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Law, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Office And Administration, Photography And Commercial Art, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Certificate, Diploma

Ohio Institute of Photography and Technology
Dayton, Ohio

With its roots in photography training, the school has expanded its educational mission to other career-focused disciplines. Career Services helps graduates find jobs.

  • Programs: Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Engineering, Engineering Technician, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Photography And Commercial Art, Security And Law Enforcement
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Certificate, Diploma

Southwestern College
Denver, Ohio

Offers associate degrees and diplomas in business, allied health, information technology, and criminal justice Located at four Ohio campuses and one in Kentucky

  • Programs: Business And Management, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Office And Administration, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Coursework

Dayton Open Admission Colleges

Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2007 information.

Carousel Beauty College
125 E Second St
Dayton, Ohio 45402

  • Programs: cosmetology, manicurist.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 39 students, 39 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Creative Images Institute of Cosmetology
7535 Poe Avenue
Dayton, Ohio 45414

  • Programs: cosmetoloty instructor, manicurist, aesthetician and skin care, cosmetology, personal grooming.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 157 students, 114 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

Creative Images Institute of Cosmetology
568 Miamisburg-Centrville Rd
Dayton, Ohio 45459

  • Programs: cosmetoloty instructor, manicurist, cosmetology, aesthetician and skin care, personal grooming.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 113 students, 91 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

Dayton Barber College
28 W Fifth St
Dayton, Ohio 45402

  • Programs: barber.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 49 students, 49 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

International College of Broadcasting
6 S Smithville Rd
Dayton, Ohio 45431

  • Programs: various music studies, radio and television.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 84 students, 83 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Sinclair Community College
444 W. Third St.
Dayton, Ohio 45402-1460

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, registered nursing, automotive tech, business, computer and info science, medical records tech, sign language translation, industrial production tech.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 18,691 students, 11,152 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

Wright State University-Main Campus
3640 Colonel Glenn Highway
Dayton, Ohio 45435-0001

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, registered nursing, business, elementary school teaching, middle school teaching, psychology, early childhood education, accounting.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 16,151 students, 14,100 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 2,987 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Colleges With Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2007 information.

United Theological Seminary
4501 Denlinger Rd.
Dayton, Ohio 45426-2308

  • Programs: theology and religious vocations, ministry, theology, theological and ministerial studies.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 248 students, 233 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Study abroad option.

University of Dayton
300 College Pk
Dayton, Ohio 45469

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: law, educational administration, business management, marketing, psychology, finance, accounting, mechanical engineering.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 10,395 students, 9,219 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 6,022 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 520-620. Math: 530-640.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

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Colleges in Nearby Cities and Towns

(Student count includes part-time and full-time; not all students live in the city or town. Data as of 2007.)

City/TownCollegesPop.
(2000)
StudentsDorms
Clayton Colleges113,347326 
Huber Heights Colleges138,21271 
Kettering Colleges457,5021,034112
Troy Colleges221,999181 
Xenia Colleges124,1641,089 
Yellow Springs Colleges33,7611,035319

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