University of Dayton Admission
Acceptance Rate
61.65%
Yield (Enrollment Rate)
13.58%
Freshmen Enrollment
1,996
SAT Scores
1,290
For the 2022-2023 admission, a total of 18,864 students have applied and 13,969 students have allowed to admit to University of Dayton (Acceptance rate: 74.05%). Dayton's yield, also known as enrollment rate, is 14.29 % where 1,996 students have finally enrolled out of 13,969 admitted students.
Dayton acceptance rate is higher (easier to admit) compared to Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in Ohio. Compared to similar schools in rankings such as Duquesne University and Marquette University, its acceptance rate is average (the average acceptance rate of the schools is 68.89%).
Dayton enrollment rate (yield) is lower (less admitted-students enrolled) compared to Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in Ohio. Compared to similar schools in rankings, its yield is average (average yield is 14.65%).
How to Apply to University of Dayton
The following table summarizes the contact and directory information to apply Dayton. Dayton offers benefits for veterans, service member, or qualified family members. You may need to prepare certificate of eligibility (COE ) from the Veterans Affairs .
| Admission | https://udayton.edu/apply/ |
|---|---|
| Online Application | https://udayton.edu/apply/undergraduate/index.php |
| Financial Aid | https://udayton.edu/affordability/ |
| Net Price Calculator | https://udayton.edu/netprice/ |
| Veterans Tuition | https://udayton.edu/fss/your_veteran_services/index.php |
| Athletic | web3.ncaa.org/aprsearch/gsrsearch |
| Disability Service | https://udayton.edu/ltc/learningresources/disability/ |
Admission Statistics Charts
The following chart visualizes the admission statistics at Dayton and compares to similar schools by type, level and location.
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS).
Test Scores Comparison
In 2023, the average SAT score at University of Dayton is 1,290 and the average ACT score is 28. Compared to similar schools in college rankings, the admission score of University of Dayton is comparable to the schools (average score is 1,286). You can check and compare the SAT and ACT scores by subject with tables and charts.
| SAT Average | ACT Average | |
|---|---|---|
| University of Dayton | 1,290 | 28 |
| Similarly Colleges in Rankings | 1,286 | 28 |
| All U.S. Colleges | 1,123 | 68 |
| Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges | 1,132 | 69 |
| 4-Years Colleges | 1,124 | 68 |
| Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in Ohio | 1,109 | 67 |
SAT/ACT Scores by Subject
At University of Dayton, 335 students submitted SAT scores (17% of enrolled students).
The average SAT score is about 1,290 and it is higher (competitive score) than average for Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in Ohio. The following table shows the SAT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
| 25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evidence-Based Reading and Writing | 588 | 630 | 673 |
| Mathematics | 570 | 640 | 690 |
| Total | 1,158 | 1,270 | 1,363 |
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)(Last update: December 11, 2023)
At University of Dayton, 851 students submitted ACT scores (43% of enrolled students).
The average ACT score is about 28 and it is lower than average for Private (not-for-profit), 4-Years Colleges in Ohio. The next table shows the ACT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
| 25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Composite | 24 | 27 | 30 |
| English | 23 | 26 | 31 |
| Mathematics | 23 | 26 | 29 |
Dayton Admission Requirements
The following table summarizes the admission requirement to apply to University of Dayton. The school requires 4 items to submit - Secondary school GPA, Secondary school record, Recommendations, and TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language).
3 items are Considered if submitted - Completion of college-preparatory program, Admission test scores, and Legacy status.
| Secondary school GPA | Required |
| Secondary school rank | Not Considered |
| Secondary school record | Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program | Considered, if submitted |
| Recommendations | Required |
| Formal demonstration of competencies | Not Considered |
| Admission test scores | Considered, if submitted |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | Required |
| Work experience | Not Considered |
| Personal statement or essay | Not Considered |
| Legacy status | Considered, if submitted |