University of Dayton

The University of Dayton offers significant undergraduate scholarships to make a world-class education more affordable, with awards up to $40,000 based on academic merit and availability. These scholarships are especially accessible for students attending Catholic high schools, who automatically qualify for a $5,000 scholarship if they meet minimum admission criteria. The university is nationally recognized for academic excellence, strong industry partnerships, and a commitment to service rooted in its Catholic Marianist mission. Scholarship Overview • Scholarships available for undergraduate students enrolling at the University of Dayton • Awards range from $5,000 to $40,000, based on academic merit and fund availability • Scholarships apply to tuition fees only and are non-transferable • Renewal depends on maintaining satisfactory academic progress and full-time enrollment • Scholarships generally cannot be combined with other institutional awards unless specified • Final scholarship decisions are at the sole discretion of the University of Dayton • Offered in collaboration with Shorelight; additional terms may apply • The University reserves the right to modify or terminate the program without notice Eligibility Criteria for Students Attending Catholic High Schools • Automatic qualification for a $5,000 scholarship if minimum admission criteria are met • Minimum academic and English proficiency requirements: • GPA: 3.0 or higher • TOEFL: 70 or higher • IELTS: 6.0 or higher • For higher scholarship amounts (up to $40,000), students must meet: • GPA: 3.75 or higher • TOEFL: 80 or higher • IELTS: 6.5 or higher • Additional requirements include an essay and interview Scholarship Value and Estimated Costs • Many students receive scholarships of $20,000 or more • Maximum scholarship amount: $40,000 • Estimated first-year costs before scholarship: • Tuition: $52,310 • Housing: $10,400 • Dining: $6,790 • Insurance: $2,500 • Total estimated cost: $72,000 • Tuition after applying maximum scholarship: approximately $32,000 Why Choose the University of Dayton? • Recognized as a top-tier Catholic university with a strong Marianist mission emphasizing service, justice, and leadership • Ranked #1 Catholic university for engineering research and development • Nationally recognized for excellence in engineering, business, entrepreneurship, and student experience • Strong partnerships with industry leaders like GE Aviation and Copeland, providing real-world research opportunities • Approximately 93% of students receive financial assistance • Consistently ranked as a “Best Value” university by U.S. News & World Report • Recognized among the Top 50 Colleges That Create Futures by The Princeton Review (2024) Prospective students attending Catholic high schools are encouraged to apply now to take advantage of these generous scholarship opportunities and join a university committed to academic excellence, faith, and community engagement.