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The University of Dayton is a top-tier national Catholic research university with a mission of service and leadership in community.
The University of Dayton ( UD) is a private, Catholic research university in Dayton, Ohio. Founded in 1850 by the Society of Mary, it is one of three Marianist Universities in the United States and the second-largest private university in Ohio.
Founded in 1850 by the Society of Mary (Marianists), UD is a top-tier research university distinguished by our academics, research and community involvement. Rooted in faith and dedicated to the common good, the University of Dayton celebrates diversity and honors the dignity of all people.
Come witness the stunning beauty and architecture of our top-rated campus — one of historic halls, state-of-the-art facilities and a unique student neighborhood where students live in a community of comfortable, porch-clad houses. Schedule a Campus Visit. Launch Virtual Tour.
The University of Dayton is a private, Catholic school in Ohio located about an hour north of Cincinnati and about an hour west of the state capital of Columbus.
University of Dayton is ranked #133 out of 439 National Universities. Schools are ranked according to their performance across a set of widely accepted indicators of excellence. Read more...
Application (including essay). Submit your free application using the Common Application or the University of Dayton Application. Official high school transcript; Official ACT and/or SAT scores, if desired. The University of Dayton is test-optional in admission.
