Graduate Admission
Continue Your Search for Knowledge
At the University of Dayton, we encourage our students to ask thought-provoking questions. And then we strive to answer them — together — through a framework of scholarship, research and practice. Our objective? Creating a brighter future for everyone.
Whether you're looking to advance your career or to create a better world, you'll gain the skills and knowledge you need from our world-class faculty, full-time researchers and nationally-known scholars.
At the graduate level, the University offers more than 75 master's, doctoral, licensure and endorsement programs, as well as numerous licensure and certificate programs and many other ways to learn.
Working professionals will appreciate convenient classes offered at a variety of times, and flexible online programs are also available.
Graduate Admission
Admission Requirements
To apply to the University of Dayton's graduate programs, simply complete the appropriate online application and submit the required materials. Have questions? We're here to help.
UD's Graduate and Doctoral Application
Apply for admission to pursue a master's degree, doctoral program or graduate certificate at the University of Dayton.
Online Graduate Education and Health Sciences Application
Grow as an educational leader, learn from others and share ideas and experiences. Learn about online options for our EdD, MSE, MSE plus Principal Licensure and Principal Licensure programs.
Doctor of Physical Therapy
As a UD Doctor of Physical Therapy major, you'll prepare to be a compassionate and knowledgeable physical therapist who will serve the community by improving physical health and quality of life.
Physician Assistant Education
As a student in the UD Master of Physician Assistant Practice (MPAP) program, you'll prepare to become a knowledgeable, service-oriented and self-assured advanced practice healthcare practitioner. Our 27-month, seven-semester, modular-based curriculum program blends state-of-the-art technology with traditional hands-on experience to provide you with the best possible experience to prepare you for clinical practice.
The University of Dayton recently launched a new Admission Account portal for applicants. To begin a new application for admission to UD, please create a new account then begin your application.
Select graduate programs are still enrolling students for the fall 2024 term. If you had an active application for a program that is still enrolling students for the current term, please watch for an email in the coming week (week of Sept. 3). We'll contact you soon with more instructions on how to confirm enrollment.
Interested in Research?
At UD, research is about more than innovation for the sake of discovery. It’s about developing solutions to help others. Explore our research to discover how UD students collaborate with renowned faculty and researchers to pave the way to a better world.
Graduate Campus Visit
When immersed in the rigors and challenges of graduate studies, it helps to be surrounded by an inclusive and supportive community on a picturesque campus just minutes from downtown Dayton. Contact your program director to schedule a personalized visit.