Benefits

As a member of the UD Sinclair Academy, you'll be a part of both campus communities from day one. This affordable, seamless experience allows you to build friendships, get involved, receive consistent academic advising and easily transfer your credits.

Financial Benefits

  • Affordable Sinclair tuition and a transparent tuition offer at UD.
  • Automatic consideration for scholarships.
  • Eligibility for UD grants, loans, work study and textbook scholarship.

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

Student Life and Academic Benefits

  • Access to libraries at Sinclair and UD.
  • Regular meetings with your UD advisor will keep you on track toward your degree.
  • Access to success professionals to assist you with navigating UD.
  • Guaranteed admission to UD after meeting program requirements at Sinclair.
  • Option to live in UD campus housing while enrolled at Sinclair.
  • 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.

Opportunities to Get Involved
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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.


Going to Ireland with UD's marching band was amazing. I became acclimated to the marching band program during my freshman and sophomore years. This would set me up for not only a simpler time transferring to the University of Dayton, but to make friends that supported me along my journey.
Jackie Kasner '23