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As a Catholic, Marianist university, community is essential component of life at UD — and parents and families are an important part of our extended community.

From the college search process to graduation day, we're dedicated to helping you find the answers and guidance you need.

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Families of Prospective Students

For families with students who are exploring colleges, applying to UD or have been accepted to UD.

Info for Families of Prospective Students

Families of Newly Enrolled Students

For families with students who have confirmed their enrollment and are preparing to transition to UD.

Info for Families of Enrolled Students

Families of Current Students

For families with students who are currently attending UD.

Info for Current Flyer Families

Energy Knowledge: The Importance of Accessibility

A Residential Energy Team member works to make energy topics more accessible to fellow students.

News

4.10.2026

UD in the News April 4-10

Media nationwide featured how UD is preparing students for artificial intelligence, Flyer Pitch winners and giving day. The Washington Examiner, School Business Now, Catholic World Report and WLW-AM in Cincinnati also tapped UD faculty expertise.

News

4.9.2026

97% of recent grads report getting off on right foot toward career success

University of Dayton graduates continue to find success after graduation, with 97% reporting being employed, pursuing a graduate degree or participating in a service program within six months of graduation.

Experiential Learning

4.9.2026

History students access Air Force Museum Archives at Wright-Patt for the first time

The visit was made possible by UD alumnus Samuel Lynch ’25, a museum curator.

4.9.2026

How to Slay as a Humorist-in-Residence

It’s day 14, my last day in residency, and much like the weather here in Dayton, I’m facing the high/lows. It’s a lone high, getting back home to my family, imbalanced against a barrage of lows.