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Founded in 1850 by the Society of Mary, the University of Dayton is a top-tier, doctoral-level university located in the Midwestern city of Dayton, Ohio.

An international student seeking admission to any graduate program must have completed a minimum of 16 years of education, including the equivalent of a four-year bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution. Coursework taken at technical or non-university affiliated institutions may not be considered for academic credit. The education ministry in the applicant's home country must officially recognize each school as a degree-granting institution.

If you have questions, please contact us and let our team know how we can help.

General Admission Information

How to Apply

To apply, submit the free UD application and required materials for your desired start term.

Once we have received your application and required materials, the admission evaluation and review process takes approximately 6-8 weeks for most programs. However, it may take longer for others. You can check your application status any time by visiting your Admission Account.

If you have questions, contact our office at goglobalgraduate@udayton.edu.

Application Tips
  • Review admission requirements for your program at least four months prior to the application deadline.
  • Log into your Admission Account to check your application status and confirm enrollment.
  • All admission requirements may be submitted through your Admission Account.
  • Emailed documents will not be accepted.
  • Contact your academic department regarding program information.

Application Deadlines

The University of Dayton's calendar is divided into three terms. Your program may have specific application deadlines, so please review the details of your chosen program. If a specific date is not provided, the follow deadlines for international students are:

  • Fall term (August through December) — June 1
  • Spring term (January through April) — November 1
  • Summer term (May through July) — March 1

Should you be unable to attend a specific term, please return to your Admission Account to submit a new application for a future term. Any submitted application documents will be moved to the new term application. We may require updated financial documentation.

Cost

You can find detailed information on the international graduate tuition and costs page.

Students interested in graduate assistantships need approval from their academic department before issuing immigration documents. Please contact your academic department directly with questions regarding graduate assistantships.
Required Application Materials

Application requirements, entry terms and deadlines vary by program Please review the details of your  program, available in your Admission Account once you begin your application.

All admission requirements may be submitted through your Admission Account. Emailed documents will not be accepted.

Most programs will require:

Application

Submit the free UD application for your desired start term.

When completing your address on your application, your permanent address must be your home country address, even if you are currently residing in the United States. Your mailing address should be the current location where you are residing. Do not list the United States address of a friend or relative.

Letter of Recommendation

A recommendation form will be sent directly to the individual(s) listed on the application. Students may change their recommender or resend this form through the Admission Account.

Personal Statement / Writing Sample

A personal statement, writing sample or statement of research may be required and should be uploaded to the application.

Credit Evaluations and Transcripts

Applicants who have completed or are completing an undergraduate or graduate degree at institutions outside the United States are required to submit an official course-by-course evaluation of their college transcripts from an credential evaluation services accredited by NACES.

Evaluations are required to determine how your academics are graded compared to the U.S. education system. The University of Dayton accepts credential partners closely with SpanTran and WES. Be sure to follow the steps below to secure your credential evaluation.

Spantran Evaluation

This application will help you to apply for an evaluation of your non-U.S. university transcripts, help you select the right kind of evaluation report (course-by-course with GPA), and give you a discount on the cost of the evaluation. Once your application is submitted and your evaluation is completed, SpanTran will send an official copy of your evaluation to the University of Dayton at no extra charge.

If you have any questions or issues with the SpanTran application, please email intake@spantran.com and indicate you're applying to the University of Dayton.

WES Evaluation
  • Submit your application for admission.
  • Create a WES account.
  • Select the course-by-course evaluation option.
  • Request that UD receive your evaluation by selecting "University of Dayton" from the drop-down.

If you provided a WES transcript reflecting in-progress study, a follow-up WES course-by-course evaluation showing the complete academic record and degree conferral may be required. Applicants are responsible for paying all fees for such evaluations and upgrades, as well as making arrangements with WES to send and receive their documents.

International applicants must have all transcripts officially translated into English. Both the non-English and English versions must be submitted as part of the application. WES does not include or provide translation services.

For more information or for assistance, contact WES.

Transcripts from Colleges in the U.S.

International applicants with transcripts from a U.S. institution should request their official transcripts be sent to transcripts@udayton.edu or:

University of Dayton
Graduate Admission Processing
300 College Park
Dayton, OH 45469-2713

Proof of English Proficiency

Scores should be sent directly to the University of Dayton from the testing center using code 1834.

NOTE: The option for conditional admission is not available for summer terms and applicants for summer terms will not be reviewed for admission without english proficiency scores or an approved exemption.

Learn More About English Proficiency Options

F-1 and J-1 Students

You must complete the Affidavit of Financial Support showing sufficient funds for one year of study and submit it through your Admission Account.

If you have dependents, a copy of their passport(s) and additional proof of funding of $3,210 USD per dependent and $5,090 USD for a spouse.

Learn More About Visa and Financial Documentation

Graduate Entrance Exam

Applicants to the following programs may be required to submit graduate entrance exam scores (GRE or GMAT):

  • Master of Finance – STEM
  • Selected master's programs in the School of Education and Health Sciences
  • Ph.D. in Theological Studies
  • Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering
  • Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering

Scores should be sent directly to the University of Dayton from the testing center using code 1834.
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300 College Park
Dayton, Ohio 45469 - 2713
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