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Students attend University Of Dayton in Dayton, Ohio, a medium-sized city. The school is proud of its Roman Catholic status. University Of Dayton is a private, not-for-profit institution. The school degrees go up to the Doctoral degree.
University Of Dayton is known for its programs in engineering and education and teaching.
The school is selective and does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 520. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 540 and 650. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
University Of Dayton has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at the school is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
There are 10,569 students at University Of Dayton (as of 2005).
Full-time students are the norm at the school. 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 Other.
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Dayton
300 College Pk
Dayton, OH 45469
General Phone: (937) 229-1000
Admissions Phone: (937) 229-4411
Financial Aid Phone: (937) 229-4311
http://www.udayton.edu
University Of Dayton awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education And Teaching | 631 | educational administration, school counseling, early childhood education, reading teaching, secondary teaching, middle school teaching, instructional media design, special ed, ... |
| Business And Management | 446 | business management, marketing, finance, accounting, MIS, organizational behavior, operations management, international business, ... |
| Engineering | 245 | mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, civil engineering, manufacturing engineering, materials engineering, aerospace engineering |
| Therapy And Counseling | 196 | psychology, community psychology, school psychology, educational psychology, physical therapy, experimental psychology, clinical psychology, music therapy |
| Liberal Arts | 193 | political science, English, sociology, history, international studies, general studies, Spanish language, American studies, ... |
| Law | 163 | law |
| Media | 149 | public relations, organizational communications, digital communications, journalism, communication studies |
| Science | 86 | biology, optics, geology, biochemistry, environmental biology, chemistry, physics |
| Engineering Technician | 58 | mechanical engineering tech, industrial tech, electronics tech, manufacturing tech, computer engineering tech |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 41 | criminal justice and safety |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 39 | computer science, computer engineering, computer and info science |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 38 | sports and fitness management, exercise science |
| Religion And Philosophy | 33 | philosophy, theology, religion, pastoral counseling |
| Medicine | 26 | pre-med, pre-dentistry |
| Family And Social Work | 26 | public administration, human nutrition, food and nutrition |
| Design | 25 | design and visual communication |
| Mathematics | 13 | mathematics, applied mathematics |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 10 | photography |
| Fine Arts | 7 | fine arts, art history and criticism |
| Music | 5 | music performance, music |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 2 | environmental science |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 1 | directing, drama |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of Dayton in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 1,423 | 74 |
| Master's degree | 817 | 45 |
| First-professional degree | 163 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree | 16 | 7 |
| Post-master's certificate | 14 | 2 |
In 2005, University Of Dayton had a total enrollment of 10,569 students (9,403 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 49% |
| Women | 51% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 61% |
| Graduate | 35% |
| First Professional | 4% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 81% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 8% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 29% |
| 20-21 | 28% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Ohio | 63% |
| Illinois | 11% |
| Indiana | 5% |
| Missouri | 5% |
| Pennsylvania | 3% |
| Michigan | 2% |
| New York | 2% |
| Kentucky | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Puerto Rico | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 87 % |
University Of Dayton offers campus housing for 5,967 of its 9,403 (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.)
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 8,679 | 6,899 | 79% | 1,981 | 29% |
| Men | 4,414 | 3,408 | 77% | 974 | 29% |
| Women | 4,261 | 3,491 | 82% | 1,007 | 29% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 520 | 620 |
| SAT Math | 540 | 650 |
| ACT Verbal | 22 | 27 |
| ACT Math | 22 | 27 |
| ACT Composite | 23 | 28 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 43% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 65% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (937) 229-4411
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 22,046 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 22,046 |
| Room and board | $ 6,780 |
| Room charge | $ 4,000 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,180 |
| 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)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (937) 229-4311
University Of Dayton has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 216 | 57 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 68 | 42 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 28 | 28 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 28 | $114,263 | 3 | $109,856 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 12 | $94,656 | 4 | $87,505 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 41 | $107,264 | 7 | $97,084 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 90 | $86,669 | 17 | $77,247 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 93 | $62,549 | 33 | $58,808 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 67 | $58,152 | 47 | $50,695 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 21 | $42,123 | 23 | $36,883 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 271 | $67,889 | 120 | $54,041 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Other |
| Basketball | Atlantic 10 Conference |
| Baseball | Atlantic 10 Conference |
| Track | Atlantic 10 Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 76 | 93 | 169 |
| Basketball | 13 | 15 | 28 |
| Track | 8 | 20 | 28 |
| Baseball | 21 | 0 | 21 |
| All Other Sports | 34 | 58 | 92 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Managerial Economics
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Finance, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Management Information Systems, General
Management Science, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Operations Management and Supervision
Organizational Behavior Studies
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 - Specific Learning Disabilities
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Mental Retardation
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
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, Levels & Methods, Other
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Subject Areas, Other
ENGINEERING
Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering, General
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
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
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, 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 9% | |
| % of degrees in law (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 11% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in media (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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