Impact
For our future
The University of Dayton is a powerhouse of alumni, students, faculty, parents, staff and friends. Together, we expand our community's influence and intensify the guiding light of our mission.
A Dream Come True
As a kid in rural Kentucky, Morgan dreamed of being just like the University of Dayton students who came every year to UD’s Summer Appalachian Program. Having those students believe in her and support her gave Morgan the determination to get there.
Promises Kept
The Flyer Promise Scholars program helps expand access and affordability. This spring, Dezaneé Bluthenthal '21 was one of 40 scholars to graduate with almost no debt.
Learn More About the Flyer Promise Scholars ProgramAchieving the Impossible
A senior capstone project didn't go as planned for a group of engineering students. Joe Vicario explains how overcoming the obstacles made him a better engineer.

Lighting the Way
Alumni, parents, faculty, staff, current students and friends all give together to engage each other and propel UD’s Marianist mission into the future. We grow brighter when we work together.
Your Questions: Answered
When you give to the University, where does your money go? A recent alumnus digs into the numbers and explores topics related to tuition and gifts.
Make a GiftOur Home is a Powerhouse
From advocating for human rights to sending aircraft higher and farther, UD is where the future takes form. UD consistently ranks among the top in the nation for the volume of research it conducts, including No. 1 in the nation for materials R&D and the No. 1 Catholic university for engineering R&D.
Explore Our ResearchEngineering Hope
ETHOS combines study abroad and service learning into a life-changing adventure. In this three-part series, follow Ellen and Michael's experience in La Paz, Bolivia.
Watch the ETHOS Video SeriesPoints of Pride
No. 1
in the nation for materials R&D
No. 1
Catholic university for engineering R&D
No. 1
in Ohio for industrial and manufacturing R&D
Top 50
"Colleges That Create Futures"
Top 50
entrepreneurship program in the nation
93%
placement rate after graduation