The University of Dayton, or UD, is a private Catholic university run by the Society of Mary. It is located in Dayton, Ohio. It was established in the year 1850. UD is among the ten largest Catholic schools in the United States and is the largest of the the Marianist universities in the country. The university offers more than 70 academic programs in diverse areas of study. It is organized into the following academic divisions:
University of Dayton’s official mascot is known as the Rudy Flyer and their sports teams are nicknamed the Flyers. They compete in the Atlantic Ten Conference.

University Of Dayton is known for its programs in media, engineering, and education and teaching.
The school is selective and does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 520. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 530 and 640.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at University Of Dayton is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
There are 10,395 students at the school (as of 2007-2008).
University Of Dayton has a residential or campus feel. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. University Of Dayton offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Atlantic 10 Conference and Pioneer Football League.
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Dayton
300 College Pk
Dayton, OH 45469
General Phone: (937) 229-1000
http://www.udayton.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education and Teaching | 531 | educational administration, school counseling, early childhood education, special ed, middle school teaching, secondary teaching, reading teaching, instructional media design, ... |
| Business and Management | 466 | finance, marketing, accounting, business management, organizational behavior, sales and marketing, entrepreneurship, international business, ... |
| Engineering | 289 | mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering, manufacturing engineering, materials engineering, aerospace engineering, engineering |
| Therapy and Counseling | 215 | psychology, community psychology, school psychology, physical therapy, clinical psychology, music therapy, educational psychology, experimental psychology |
| Liberal Arts | 201 | political science, English, general studies, history, sociology, international studies, Spanish language, economics, ... |
| Media | 177 | public relations, organizational communications, digital communications, journalism, communication studies |
| Law | 127 | law |
| Science | 88 | biology, optics, geology, chemistry, environmental biology, biochemistry, physics |
| Engineering Technician | 84 | mechanical engineering tech, electronics tech, manufacturing tech, industrial tech, computer engineering tech |
| Religion and Philosophy | 58 | philosophy, theology, religion, pastoral counseling |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 56 | sports and fitness management, exercise science |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 45 | criminal justice and safety |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 31 | computer science, computer engineering, computer and info science |
| Family and Social Work | 28 | public administration, human nutrition, food and nutrition |
| Design | 27 | design and visual communication |
| Medicine | 27 | pre-med, pre-dentistry |
| Fine Arts | 8 | fine arts, art history and criticism |
| Music | 5 | music, music performance, music theory and composition |
| Mathematics | 4 | applied mathematics, mathematics |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 4 | photography |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 2 | drama, directing |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 0 | environmental science |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of Dayton in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 1,584 | 77 |
| Master's degree | 735 | 48 |
| Doctor's degree - professional practice | 126 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree - research/scholarship | 20 | 8 |
| Post-master's certificate | 8 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, University Of Dayton had a total enrollment of 10,395 students (9,654 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 47% |
| Women | 53% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 59% |
| Graduate | 41% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 83% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 6% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 29% |
| 20-21 | 31% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Ohio | 61% |
| Illinois | 12% |
| Indiana | 4% |
| Missouri | 4% |
| Pennsylvania | 3% |
| Kentucky | 3% |
| Michigan | 3% |
| New York | 2% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Maryland | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 87 % |
University Of Dayton offers campus housing for 6,081 of its 9,654 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Dayton, Ohio for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Ohio Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 11,610 | 8,552 | 74% | 1,995 | 23% |
| Men | 5,809 | 4,088 | 70% | 942 | 23% |
| Women | 5,801 | 4,464 | 77% | 1,053 | 24% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 520 | 620 |
| SAT Math | 530 | 640 |
| ACT Verbal | 22 | 28 |
| ACT Math | 22 | 28 |
| ACT Composite | 23 | 28 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 33% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 74% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 27,330 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 27,330 |
| Room and board | $ 7,980 |
| Room charge | $ 4,780 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,660 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,100 |
Financial Aid:
University Of Dayton participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 312700)
University Of Dayton has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 224 | 79 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 46 | 41 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 30 | 42 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 22 | $136,803 | 6 | $128,495 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 14 | $107,326 | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 3 | $83,730 | 1 | * |
| Lecturer | calendar year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 39 | $122,139 | 11 | $106,713 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 90 | $99,079 | 18 | $94,201 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 95 | $74,087 | 46 | $68,587 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 46 | $63,206 | 47 | $60,293 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 30 | $47,490 | 40 | $40,838 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 261 | $77,730 | 151 | $61,708 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Pioneer Football League |
| Basketball | Atlantic 10 Conference |
| Baseball | Atlantic 10 Conference |
| Track | Atlantic 10 Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 78 | 92 | 170 |
| Track | 9 | 21 | 30 |
| Basketball | 12 | 14 | 26 |
| Baseball | 24 | 0 | 24 |
| All Other Sports | 33 | 57 | 90 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Managerial Economics
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Finance and Financial Management Services, Other
Finance, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Management Information Systems, General
Management Science, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Operations Management and Supervision
Organizational Behavior Studies
Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer Science
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
DESIGN
Design and Visual Communications, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Directing and Theatrical Production
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
College Student Counseling and Personnel Services
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, Other
Education/Teaching Individuals - Early Childhood Spec Ed Pgms
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Educational/Instructional Media Design
Elementary Education and Teaching
Foreign Language Teacher Education
Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Reading Teacher Education
Secondary Education and Teaching
Special Education and Teaching, General
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Subject Areas, Other
ENGINEERING
Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering, General
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering, General
Manufacturing Engineering
Materials Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Computer Engineering Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Industrial Technology/Technician
Manufacturing Technology/Technician
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General
Human Nutrition
Public Administration
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Econometrics and Quantitative Economics
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
French Language and Literature
General Studies
German Language and Literature
History, General
International/Global Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Applied Mathematics
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
Journalism
Organizational Communication, General
Public Relations/Image Management
MEDICINE
Pre-Dentistry Studies
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music Theory and Composition
Music, General
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Photography
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Environmental Biology
Geology/Earth Science, General
Optics/Optical Sciences
Physics, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Clinical Psychology
Community Psychology
Educational Psychology
Experimental Psychology
Music Therapy/Therapist
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
School Psychology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets University Of Dayton Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in law (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
On-campus day care
Remedial classes for students
Option to study abroad
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
Tenure system for quality teaching
Has ROTC (army)
Offers athletic scholarships
NCAA athletic conference member
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