University of Dayton
Dayton, Ohio · Private
University of Dayton admitted 67% of 22,247 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1210–1350 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 82% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at University of Dayton
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Application deadlines
University of Dayton’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- November 1, 2026
- Regular decision
- February 1, 2027
The application is free for U.S. applicants ($50 for international applicants), and University of Dayton doesn’t accept the Common App fee waiver. University of Dayton asks for the Common App personal essay.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check University of Dayton’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
University of Dayton offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.
What admissions weighs
How University of Dayton rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
- Essay
Important
- Recommendations
- Activities
- Character
- Showing interest
Considered
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Talent or ability
- First generation
- Legacy
- Volunteering
- Work experience
Not considered
- Interview
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.78 GPA. 34% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $67,265 a year. After grants, students paid $31,551 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is University of Dayton’s acceptance rate?
University of Dayton admitted 67% of applicants: 14,814 of 22,247 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is University of Dayton’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due November 1, 2026 and regular decision is due February 1, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for University of Dayton?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1210 to 1350, with a median around 1270. A score at or above 1270 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is University of Dayton’s application fee?
The application is free for U.S. applicants ($50 for international applicants) for 2026–27, and University of Dayton doesn’t accept the Common App fee waiver.
What does University of Dayton require?
Besides the application and transcript, University of Dayton asks for the Common App personal essay.
Does University of Dayton have supplemental essays?
No. University of Dayton has no supplemental essays for 2026–27. You send only the Common App personal essay.
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