UD Sinclair Academy
Your Pathway to Success
Through the UD Sinclair Academy, you'll begin your studies at Sinclair College and graduate with a bachelor’s degree from the University of Dayton, a top-tier Catholic research university.
This affordable option gives you access to all the benefits of UD – from advising and campus facilities to student life and athletics – even while taking classes at Sinclair.
UD Sinclair Academy Admission Application
Students can apply to the UD Sinclair Academy as a first-year or transfer student. First, you will need to apply to the Academy using UD's application. Then you will need to submit additional materials. View the application process for complete details.
Application Deadlines
- Fall semester: August 1
- Spring semester: February 1
Academics
Pathway Majors
The Academy offers close to 100 pathway majors, so you can choose the area that interests you – and be confident all of your credits will transfer.
Mei-Lin Williams '23
"My favorite part about being in the Academy is that I still have the opportunity to get involved on campus just like any other UD student but at a fraction of the cost."
Mei-Lin Williams '23
"My favorite part about being in the Academy is that I still have the opportunity to get involved on campus just like any other UD student but at a fraction of the cost."
Nicholas Hoskins '20
"The best part about the Academy is being able to experience all of UD for a fraction of the price. This program opened up many doors of opportunity in my life, and it is an incredible blessing to have the resources and connections this program offers."
Nicholas Hoskins '20
"The best part about the Academy is being able to experience all of UD for a fraction of the price. This program opened up many doors of opportunity in my life, and it is an incredible blessing to have the resources and connections this program offers."
Natalie Schulte '20
"UDSA made UD an affordable option for me, and UD just felt like home. The moment I first visited campus, I knew this is where I wanted to be. The best part of the Academy to me was being both a Sinclair student and a UD student at the same time. Even while I was still taking classes at Sinclair, I was able to take advantage of the benefits UD offered. Because I had access to both my Sinclair academic adviser and my UD academic adviser, I knew what to expect as soon as I started."
Natalie Schulte '20
"UDSA made UD an affordable option for me, and UD just felt like home. The moment I first visited campus, I knew this is where I wanted to be. The best part of the Academy to me was being both a Sinclair student and a UD student at the same time. Even while I was still taking classes at Sinclair, I was able to take advantage of the benefits UD offered. Because I had access to both my Sinclair academic adviser and my UD academic adviser, I knew what to expect as soon as I started."
Brooke Puterbaugh '20
"I decided to participate in the UD Sinclair Academy because it was affordable, local and a great opportunity to get my bachelor's degree from such a respected university. The best part of my experience in the Academy was the friends I made and the mentors I met along the way."
Brooke Puterbaugh '20
"I decided to participate in the UD Sinclair Academy because it was affordable, local and a great opportunity to get my bachelor's degree from such a respected university. The best part of my experience in the Academy was the friends I made and the mentors I met along the way."
Kyle Large '20
"The best part of the Academy experience was learning in two different college atmospheres. This allowed different types of networking and communications skills to come together to help me become more successful. The advice I would give to potential students would be to get involved in clubs and activities at UD as soon as you can."
Kyle Large '20
"The best part of the Academy experience was learning in two different college atmospheres. This allowed different types of networking and communications skills to come together to help me become more successful. The advice I would give to potential students would be to get involved in clubs and activities at UD as soon as you can."
Maria Loyd '19
"When I began my college search, I was looking for an affordable price and good community. Through the UD Sinclair Academy, I found both. I never thought I'd be able to attend a highly rated college like UD, but once I talked to the right people, the registration and financial aid process at UD was smooth sailing."
Maria Loyd '19
"When I began my college search, I was looking for an affordable price and good community. Through the UD Sinclair Academy, I found both. I never thought I'd be able to attend a highly rated college like UD, but once I talked to the right people, the registration and financial aid process at UD was smooth sailing."
Kessler Scholars Program
The Kessler Scholars Program at the UD Sinclair Academy will provide four years of comprehensive financial, academic and personal support for first-generation college students who enroll in the UD Sinclair Academy.
Benefits and Scholarships
As a student in the UD Sinclair Academy, you're a Flyer from day one. Learn more about the financial aid benefits and opportunities to get involved on campus.
UD Sinclair Academy Visit Day
Join us Nov. 16 to learn more about this affordable pathway to a UD degree.
Application Deadlines
Apply by February 1 for the spring semester or August 1 for the fall semester.