What Are the Benefits of the UD Sinclair Academy?

The UD Sinclair Academy offers an affordable and seamless pathway to a University of Dayton degree. In addition, you'll be part of both Sinclair College and UD from day one, meaning you'll have a clear academic plan, consistent academic advising, access to campus resources and opportunities to get involved.

Financial Benefits

The most common reason why students join the UD Sinclair Academy is the financial savings. Explore financial aid offerings for Academy students for details.

  • Affordable Sinclair tuition — among the lowest in the state of Ohio — when you’re enrolled at Sinclair.
  • Consideration for UD merit scholarships, grants and loans when you file the FAFSA.
  • UD net tuition is locked in on your transparent financial aid offer (FAFSA required).

Academic Benefits

  • Guaranteed admission to UD after meeting program requirements at Sinclair.
  • Personalized support from success professionals and academic advisors at both campuses to help you stay on track and navigate your transition to UD. You'll meet regularly with your UD advisor.
  • Career development opportunities at UD, including coaching, student employment, job fairs, co-ops, internships, research and education abroad.

Student Life Benefits

  • Access to libraries at Sinclair and UD.
  • Opportunity to participate in student organizations, arts programs and student life opportunities at both Sinclair College and the University of Dayton.
  • Ability to cheer on the Dayton Flyers, and the option to access health and wellbeing services at UD, including the RecPlex and intramural sports teams.
  • Option to live in UD campus housing while enrolled at Sinclair.

How Can Academy Students Get Involved at UD?
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You'll have opportunities to join 240+ student clubs, participate in retreats or faith communities, attend arts and culture events, use UD’s RecPlex, play on intramural teams, cheer on the Dayton Flyers and so much more.

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All students can receive support from UD's Multi-Ethnic Education and Engagement Center, which provides resources and programs to support student success and increase the cultural competency of all students.

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You'll have access to UD career advising, job search support and opportunities to build your résumé through co-ops and internships, research or education abroad. You'll also have access to learning and academic resources to help you succeed in the classroom and beyond.


Having access to both campuses is really amazing. I live on UD's campus, but I can take the RTA Flyer bus to Sinclair. I have friends, and I'm in clubs at both campuses. I get the best of both worlds.
Mary '29