Families of Current Students

Academic Programs, College and Schools

Across our majors, minors and concentrations in the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business Administration, School of Education and Health Sciences and School of Engineering, students have opportunities to create an academic plan that's unique as they are.

Advising

With our holistic approach to advising, each student has a dedicated adviser who will guide them through all aspects of their college journey – and help them discover how to thrive on campus and beyond.

Bachelor's Plus Master's Program

With the Bachelor's Plus Master's Program, students can earn both their bachelor's degree and master's degree at an accelerated and affordable rate.

Career Services

Career Services provides all UD students and alumni with individualized career assistance at no charge.

Common Academic Program

The foundation of a UD education, the Common Academic Program encourages students to integrate knowledge — and put it to use.

Disability Services

The Office of Learning Resources supports students who need academic, testing, housing, dietary or parking accommodations for permanent and temporary disabilities.

Education Abroad and Away

Whether it's for a summer, semester or year, students have countless opportunities for cultural immersion experiences in the U.S. and abroad.

Experiential Learning

UD students are constantly engaged in the world around them, whether it’s through research, service-learning, education abroad, internships or co-ops. These experiential learning opportunities build their skills, confidence and readiness for life after college.

Honors Program

The University Honors Program offers rigorous and expansive educational opportunities to academically accomplished student who are seeking an extra challenge.

Learning Resources

At UD, we want all students to succeed. From access and accommodations to tutoring, we offer a variety of learning resources to help students perform at their highest academic level.

University Libraries

The University Libraries offer a wide variety of services that empower learning, scholarship and creative expression. Whether your student prefers silent study or a bustling coffee shop vibe, Roesch Library's spaces are intentionally designed to match a variety of preferences and needs. And if your student needs support, our friendly librarians are available to help via phone, email, chat, or walk-in or scheduled consultations.

Campus Recreation

Our state-of-the-art recreational facilities include a 125,470 square foot recreation complex, the Outdoor Engagement Center and the historic Old River Park.

Faith and Worship

As a Catholic, Marianist university, UD offers a variety of faith-based events, retreats, service clubs and programs. Students of all faith traditions can find opportunities to pray, worship, reflect and grow in their relationship with God.

Multi-Ethnic Education and Engagement Center (MEC)

MEC offers support, programming and events to meet the academic, social and cultural needs of a diverse community of scholars.

Student Involvement

There isn't a single UD experience; it's unique for every student. With over 200 recognized student organizations, including fraternities and sororities, sport clubs and special interest organizations, there are many opportunities to find your student to build community. The Center for Student Involvement also offers a variety of substance-free events and programs on the weekends, as well as opportunities to hang out and bowl or play billiards in The Hangar in Kennedy Union.

The Office of Community Standards and Civility administers the University's Student Code of Conduct. Their primary focus is on helping students learn from the consequences of their actions and become a positive influence within the University of Dayton community and beyond.

The Office of Community Standards and Civility reaches out to parents in compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA). If students would like our staff to be able to speak with their parents, they can complete the FERPA release form in Porches.

The office does not typically pursue parent/guardian contact concerning disciplinary matters. However, every student who attends a Behavioral Resolution Meeting is asked if they would like to have the information released to their parents, should their parents inquire. Parents who would like to discuss their student's record can call the office. The staff will review the file to ensure the record has been released and will address concerns accordingly. Regardless of a release the staff can speak in general terms concerning the student conduct system and standard procedures.

If a student has been placed on University Disciplinary Probation as a response to a violation of the Alcohol or Drug code(s), Community Standards and Civility will mail a letter to the parent/guardian address listed in the student's file. This contact is permitted by FERPA and is intended as a means to partner with parents.

FlyerCard

The FlyerCard is UD's official photo identification card. The FlyerCard also provides access to Flyer Express, meal plans and door access.

Lost or stolen cards should be immediately reported to the Card Services office (937-229-2456). During the evening or on weekends, lost or stolen cards can be reported to any Dining Services manager or supervisor and temporary meal card will be issued for up to 24 hours. Temporary cards for access to your residence hall will be issued at the front desk of your residence hall.

Students can find more information about the FlyerCard in Porches.

Flyer Express

Flyer Express is an optional prepaid declining balance account that may be used to pay for purchases at participating on and off campus locations. Money can be added to the account using the steps below. When the student leaves the University, any remaining balance will be refunded if the balance is greater than $10.

Current students can add money to their Flyer Express account by following the instructions in Porches.

Parents, guardians, or other relatives may also add money to their student's Flyer Express account by following these directions:

• Go to the GET website.
• Select the "Parents, Guardians or Other Relatives" option.
• Enter your student's 9-digit ID number and their last name, then proceed to the next page. The student ID number can be found on the student bill or on their FlyerCard.
• Select the "Flyer Express" account on the dropdown menu, enter the amount you would like to deposit, and add an email address to receive the confirmation/receipt.
• Review and confirm this information and proceed to the next page.
• Enter your debit or credit card information, and click "Submit."

Health and wellbeing are important to success. That's why UD students have access to a variety of programs and services that build a foundation for their safety and physical and mental wellbeing.

If you are concerned about your student's safety and worried that they are an immediate risk to themselves or others, you can reach out to Housing and Residence Life (937-229-3141) or to Public Safety (937-229-2121) to request a safety check.

Brook Center

The Brook Center uses evidence-based strategies to help students create healthy relationships with themselves and others.

Campus Recreation

Our state-of-the-art recreational facilities include a 125,470 square foot recreation complex, the Outdoor Engagement Center and the historic Old River Park.

Center for Alcohol and Other Drugs Resources and Education (CADRE)

CADRE provides services, resources and educational programs to help students make well-informed and responsible decisions about alcohol and other drugs.

Emergency Medical Services

Public Safety provides around the clock pre-hospital emergency medical services to the University of Dayton community. All police officers below the rank of major are certified as Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) or First Aid/CPR/AED. In addition, University of Dayton Emergency Medical Services (UD EMS) is a student organization component of Public Safety and is comprised of approximately 50 full-time undergraduate students who volunteer their time serving the campus community as nationally registered and state certified Emergency Medical Technician. 

Counseling Center

UD's Counseling Center provides individual and group therapy, psychiatric services and more to support students' mental and emotional health. Students can come in-person to the Counseling Center to meet with a mental health professional, no appointment necessary. This may be a one-time session or a discussion about linking to ongoing services, depending on what your student requests or needs.

Please note that students 18 years and older have complete control of their medical records. It is illegal for the provider to share any details about counseling sessions with anyone, including parents, without written permission from the student. You may leave information with the on-call therapist (937-229-3141), but the therapist cannot share any information with you, including whether appointments have been scheduled or attended, without a release of information.

Flyer Safe App

Flyer Safe complements our ongoing efforts to promote campus safety, on and around campus, offering one-touch access to safety resources and important safety alerts. This free app is available in the AppStore and Google Play. 

Public Safety

Students can contact emergency services by calling 911 from a UD campus phone or 937-229-2121 from all other phones. 

UD police officers are on duty 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days per year. They conduct 24-hour patrol using marked patrol vehicles, bicycles, a motorcycle and foot patrol. All officers have obtained at least 560 hours of specialized training through the Ohio Peace Officer's Training Academy as mandated by the Ohio Revised Code.

Safety and security systems — including fire and security alarms, electronic access control, video cameras and emergency phones — are installed throughout the campus and monitored by the Department of Public Safety.

Student Care and Advocacy

Students who are experiencing difficult issues may benefit from student care and advocacy. Staff assist students in exploring options for resolving concerns, determining action plans for achieving positive outcomes and building skills that empower students to advocate for themselves and successfully navigate future barriers/problems.

Student Health Center

Whether your student isn't feeling well, needs a physical or requires a vaccination, the on-campus Student Health Center can assist. The center is staffed by board-certified primary care physicians and registered nurses. Appointments are required and must be scheduled by the student; same-day visits are typically available.

In addition, the Premier Student After Hours Clinic is staffed by Premier Health board-certified advance practice providers. During the academic year, the clinic is open from 5 to 9 p.m. on Monday through Friday, and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

You@Dayton

This comprehensive wellbeing platform is designed to help students find success. It contains a comprehensive list of on-campus resources to help students connect with clubs, organizations, academic support, mental health resources and more. 

Housing

The Department of Housing and Residence Life provides an intentional learning and living environment that is integral to the personal and social development of every student.

Dining

The University of Dayton has award-winning dining facilities and meal plans that have every student's needs covered.

If your student has a special occasion coming up — or you want to send a treat "just because" — you can place a bakery order.

Parking

All vehicles parked on University of Dayton property must display a valid University of Dayton parking permit. Visit the parking site to find the information you need to know about parking at UD — for your student or for your next visit!

Transportation

Campus Shuttle

The University of Dayton provides free on-campus shuttle services during the fall and spring semester. It completes a full campus loop in 25-30 minutes and operates:

• Monday - Thursday: 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.
• Friday:  7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

University Shopping Shuttle

UD partnered with RTA to provide a free Shopping Shuttle for UD students on Saturdays from 11:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. Students need to provide their UD ID to use this service.

The Flyer (RTA Shuttle)

The Flyer is a free shuttle provided by the Dayton RTA. It runs between UD and downtown Dayton every 10 minutes.

Chicago Shuttle

The University itself does not offer a shuttle service, but www.breakshuttle.com offers a bus service from the UD campus to the Oakbrook Mall in the Chicago area over fall, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Spring and Easter breaks. This is a non-stop trip and must be booked through the company.

All UD students may apply for student employment opportunities on campus. Positions are available in many departments and the hourly rate is based on experience and job description.

Career Services is also available to provide career advising and help students find an off-campus internship or co-op.

Financial Aid

A variety of scholarships, grants, loans and part-time work study are available to help students cover their costs. To be considered for financial aid, current students are required to file the FAFSA each academic year.

Tuition and Costs

Rooted in our Catholic, Marianist traditions, the University of Dayton is dedicated to being transparent, affordable and ensuring student success. You can learn more about our transparent approach to tuition and view current costs.

Paying Your Bill

To pay your bill, visit the billing and payment center. If you have any questions, contact Flyer Student Services.

College pressures are often cyclical, based on the point in the academic year. Common stressors are listed below, but they may or may not apply to your student! If your student is struggling, encourage them to seek help from the many resources on campus, including their adviser, professors, Counseling Center, Campus Ministry staff, Dean of Students office, resident assistant (RA) or other trusted staff member.

August
Initial adjustment to the academic environment, homesickness and stress of long-distance relationships, financial adjustments and roommate conflicts.

September and October
First-year students begin to realize that life at college may not be as perfect as they initially believed. Old problems seem to continue, and new ones may be added. Midterm workload pressures are followed by feelings of failure or a sense of accomplishment. Problems with study skills, concern over fitting in and possible illnesses due to changes in weather can also occur.

November and December
Academic pressure may increase due to a range of factors: procrastination, difficulty of work or lack of needed study skills. Economic anxiety can be caused due to decreasing funds from parents and diminishing summer savings. Financial strain can be caused by Christmas gifts and travel costs. Anxiety increases as final examinations approach and papers are due.

January and February
A second wave of homesickness can occur. Depression can increase as students experience winter weather. Students may begin to have relationship anxieties as relationships from home change. Students sometimes begin thinking about changing majors or transferring schools.

March and April
Stress over midterm exams and plans for spring break starts. Students often experience limited finances. Papers and exams grow closer, and students may start worrying about summer jobs.

May
Worry over choosing a major, disenchantment with college life, academic pressure leading to increased changes in dietary habits such as excessive coffee consumption, sleep loss and anxiety about saying goodbye to friends and seeking summer employment. Sometimes students are upset because they have not done as well academically as they would like.

While your student is an adult, your support and guidance is still needed during the college years. Here are some ways you can express your caring and enhance your student's experience at the University of Dayton.

Stay in Touch
Even though your student is experimenting with independent choices, they still needs to know that you're there and are available to talk over both normal events and difficult issues. Keep the texts and phone calls coming, even if your student is a little lax in returning them. It keeps them from feeling forgotten.

Allow Them to Drive Your Conversations
If your student needs help or support, the subject is more likely to come up if you aren't inquiring pointedly about what time he or she came in last night.

Be Open About Financial Matters
Most students come to school with a fairly detailed plan about how tuition, fees, books and room and board will be paid for, and what the family's expectations are about spending money. Being specific at the outset may help avoid misunderstandings later.

Be Realistic About Academic Achievements
Not every freshman who excelled academically in high school will be an straight-A student at UD. Developing or refining the capacity to work independently and consistently and to demonstrate mastery can be more important than grades, as long as the student meets the basic academic requirements set out by the University. Again, these are choices that each individual student makes, though certainly it is appropriate to help your child set his or her own long-term goals.

Encourage Them To Take Advantage of Resources
If your student does experience difficulties at UD, a variety of resources available to support students. For academic issues, talking with the professor or holistic advisor is typically the first step. If your student could benefit from mental health counseling, the Counseling Center is located on campus.

Send Care Packages
You might include food, small personal items, seasonal items or even just a note of encouragement. A bit of home in the mail makes the student feel closer to home. View mailing information so you know how to address it.

Encourage Your Student to Get Involved
It is a great way to meet new people and be aware that a large amount of learning takes place outside the classroom.

Allow Plenty of Room to Grow
Your student is testing their independence.

Be Patient.
College life requires adjustments for your student.

Stay Calm.
Relax. Enjoy them for who they are. This is the time for them to practice what you have spent 18 years teaching them.

• Finding the balance with communication is so difficult, but my parents and I reached a happy medium where we would call each other about every few days (or more if there was family news or I had campus news to share). This was a great balance as I felt independent yet still connected... and my parents were always glad to hear from me.

• Thankfully my parents did not randomly show up on campus since we live a few hours away. I would have liked, however, for them to come to Family Weekend or maybe attend a Flyers basketball game instead of only seeing them at breaks.

• Make sure you know your student's class schedule. That way, you have a better idea when to avoid calling them.

• My parents stepped back tremendously. They were my support when I came to them, but didn't push it the other way around. I was able to make the whole transition from high school to college much easier knowing I had their trust, but could still count on their advice when I asked for it.

• Keep my mailing address handy! Freshman year is a unique experience for all, and family and friend support never hurts. It's always a great surprise to get a care package from home!

• Make sure to give your student plenty of tips on how to handle their money. Make them aware of all the spending opportunities they will have and how to resist spending money on useless things. Flyer Express is a safe, convenient way for students to make purchases on campus as well as at nearby participating businesses. There are also ATMs available on campus.

• Living in a residence hall is a big adjustment, but it was important to me that my parents allowed me to work things out on my own. It wasn't always easy, but I had an awesome RA who was always there to help. Handling things on my own was a big step for me and I already feel more grown up and confident.

• My parents understand when it takes me a day or two to respond to a phone call. My schedule gets pretty crazy sometimes because of all the great stuff going on at UD. But my parents were understanding when I couldn't talk because I had a meeting or wanted to hang out with my new friends.

• It was sometimes annoying, but in hindsight, I'm glad my parents asked me about my grades and my classes every now and then. I think it helped me stay on track and not let myself get behind. I don't want them to keep track of every assignment or test score, but it's good not to just ignore the subject until grades are posted at the end of the term.

• My parents called me on occasion to catch up with me and fill me in on big news at home like "Grandma is in town" or "a package arrived for you," but didn’t call every day and thankfully left out small details like "someone left the garage open today" and "the mail hasn’t come yet." Balance is important.

• It was really nice that my mom and dad let me know I could still talk to them about anything. Being honest, freshman year was pretty tough at times. I didn't always turn to them, but it was just nice knowing I could.

• Send real mail every now and then. Having an actual letter or package to open just makes any day a little better.

• I think the best advice I got from my parents was them telling me and encouraging me to get involved in things on campus. They took a genuine interest in hearing about the groups I was trying out. I'm not the most outgoing person, so it was a good thing to have them pushing me a little until I found my niche.

• It is really reassuring to know that your parents trust you when you go to school. I felt a lot more confident in my decisions knowing that my parents have faith in me, and now I feel much more responsible.

• I loved the freedom my folks gave me to make my own decisions. Even if they weren't crazy about an idea, as long as it wasn't harmful, they let me go with it. I guess I feel like I'm learning how to weigh my choices and options in situations.

• After I settled into my routine, we had sort of a set time to talk on the phone each week. I liked that they respected my schedule and didn't call about trivial things outside of that time. Of course, when big stuff came up, we made adjustments. The important thing was that I didn't have to feel guilty for being busy.

• The best was when I got a package from home with food and snacks to keep in my room. There were plenty of times I was able to save time and money because I had something on hand.

• It makes me happy that mom and dad are proud that I'm a UD Flyer. They have the bumper sticker, t-shirts and sweatshirts and they are truly interested in learning about the university.

• My parents didn't do things for me that I was capable of doing myself. They're letting me grow up and learn self-reliance. It's tough, but it's the best thing for me.

• Going home for the long break between fall and spring semesters was a little bit strange. I was really glad we sat down early on and talked about expectations – mine and theirs. We worked out things like curfews, transportation, spending time at home with the family, etc. It was better that we hashed it all out before there were problems.

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) was designed to protect the privacy of a student’s education records and to afford students certain rights pertaining to their education records. In accordance with FERPA and its policy, UD will only disclose information with the student's written consent. Students may sign a release form if they want the University to be able to share information with other parties, including their parents.