How to Apply
International students applying for first-year or transfer admission to the University of Dayton must submit the following documents:
We understand you may not be able to obtain your official transcripts and financial documents due to the global issues surrounding the Coronavirus (COVID-19). At this time, we will accept these documents through email. Please send these to goglobal@udayton.edu for processing. When you are able, please send the official documents through a courier service such as DHL, FedEx etc. directly to our office.
- Application, including the essay. Student may apply through the University of Dayton Application, the Common Application or the Coalition Application. Regardless of which application you submit, there is no application fee.
- Letter of recommendation (optional). Letters may be sent to goglobal@udayton.edu directly from the recommender.
- Official secondary transcripts (in language of original issue). Transcripts of all previously attended secondary schools, including dates of attendance, all subjects studied, grades earned and marks achieved on examinations; any transcripts not issued in English should be accompanied by a certified English translation. Proof of completion must also be provided in the form of a graduation date listed on the transcript, a diploma, or a certificate of completion. If secondary schooling is still in progress, this must be submitted as soon as completed and prior to enrollment at the University of Dayton.
These may be sent from the secondary school directly to the University of Dayton via mail service to the address in the contact section on this page. Please note: If your institution is able to provide an e-transcript, please direct them to send the official link to: transcripts@udayton.edu. Please be aware, this does not include scanned, photocopied or emailed documents.
- Proof of English Proficiency. If your native language is not English, you are required to submit proof of English proficiency by submitting TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, SAT or ACT scores. Your scores should be sent to the University of Dayton directly from the testing center using code 1834.
- Financial documentation. F-1 and J-1 students must provide a letter of financial support and a bank statement showing sufficient funds to cover the first year of study. These may be emailed to goglobal@udayton.edu OR sent through the mail to the address in the contact section on this page.
Application Deadlines
The University of Dayton's calendar year is divided into three terms. Application deadlines for international students are:
- Fall term (August through December) — May 1
- Spring term (January through April) — November 1
- Summer term (May through July) — Case-by-case basis
We will continue to process complete applications received after the deadline; however we cannot guarantee an admission decision will be reached in time to begin desired term. Should you be unable to attend a specific term, please return to your admission portal to submit a new application for a future term.
Evaluation
- Once your application is complete, the evaluation and review process takes approximately three days (certain programs may have a longer evaluation and review process).
- Official decision letters, immigration documents, and instructions for confirming your enrollment will be sent via United Parcel Service (UPS) to your mailing address on record (please do not list a friend or relative’s address in the United States).
- You can check your status at any time in your application portal to see what documents we have received and what is still needed to complete your application.
Cost
Dayton is an affordable city — housing, food, transportation and entertainment cost considerably less in Dayton than in other U.S. cities.
Undergraduate costs for international students for the 2020-21 academic year are:
- Tuition: $44,890 (fall and spring terms only)
- Living expenses: $15,655 (including housing and meal plan)
- Insurance and other costs: $4,750 (includes mandatory health and accident insurance, transportation, books, etc.)
Students must submit an official bank statement and letter of financial support showing a minimum of $65,295 US Dollars. The name on the bank statement and letter of financial support must match.
- Financial Documents must be less than six months old.
- Financial documents may be submitted in your country's home currency equaling the necessary amount in USD.
- Students who are being sponsored by their home country's government or embassy must submit the official financial guarantee letter.
- These documents can be emailed to goglobal@udayton.edu OR sent through the mail to the address in the contact section on this page.
Merit Scholarship
The University of Dayton awards international merit scholarships to selected first-year and transfer undergraduate international applicants. These scholarships are worth up to $105,390 over four years. Students are automatically considered for an international merit
scholarship upon applying for admission. Simply complete the admission application for consideration.
Textbook Scholarship
You may be eligible to earn up to $4,000 over four years to cover the cost of your textbooks. A campus visit or video visit is required to be awarded this
scholarship.