Financial Aid Offers
There's Real Value in Being a Flyer
Nationally recognized for providing exceptional value to students, the University of Dayton is committed to making our top-tier private education affordable — because our bottom line is student success.
Our Catholic, Marianist vision for education calls us to equip students with the tools they need to graduate on time and to graduate alumni who are on a lifelong path to success and prepared to make a difference in the world.
We provide a transparent overview of costs and scholarships for each year at UD upfront — so you can make your college decision with confidence.
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98%
of 2023 graduates were employed, in graduate school or in a full-time service program within six months.
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$232 Million
UD invests $232 million in students each year through financial aid awards.
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Best Value
U.S. News & World Report and The Princeton Review both named UD a "best value school".
Financial Aid Timeline
The University of Dayton's commitment to transparency extends beyond the four-year financial aid offer. Prospective students and families also have our commitment to providing transparent information so you know what to expect from the University of Dayton. Below we're sharing the best information available, in light of the ongoing federal delays related to the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). We’ll continue to update this page as we know more.
Page last updated April 1, 2024
Admitted students automatically receive a generous merit scholarship award shortly after admission — no additional scholarship application is required. Please keep in mind that merit scholarships are just one part of the comprehensive financial aid offer.
Admitted students can review their merit scholarship letters on the Financial Aid tab in the Admission Account.
File the FAFSA, if you haven’t already, for full consideration of all financial aid you may be eligible for, including our textbook scholarship worth up to $500 per semester when you apply, visit campus and file the FAFSA by April 30.
For UD to receive your FAFSA data, your form status must be ‘Processed.’ We encourage you to check the status of your FAFSA form at studentaid.gov. For more information, refer to the ‘Understanding Your FAFSA Status’ information here.
We’re pleased to share that we have started receiving the student FAFSA data that is necessary to prepare financial aid offers. We'll begin sending confirmation emails to students next week letting them know that we have received their FAFSA. Emails will continue on a rolling basis — typically within a week of the student's FAFSA reaching the 'processed' status on studentaid.gov.
UD will begin sending personalized financial aid offers to admitted students later this month, and we expect to continue into May. Students will receive an email when the financial aid offer is available in the Admission Account, and the printed offer packet will soon follow in the mail. Watch the videos below for a detailed preview of a sample financial aid offer.
Accept your offer of admission and pay the nonrefundable $400 deposit, if applicable, in your Admission Account.
Commitment to Affordability
Transparent Approach to Tuition
At UD, you'll understand your full four-year educational investment upfront, and there are no hidden fees. That means there are no surprises, so you can be confident in our costs and plan for success.
Explore UD's Tuition PlanFile the FAFSA
We encourage you to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as possible, even if you think you won't qualify for federal aid. Many University-funded awards require a FAFSA for eligibility.
Explore the New FAFSATextbook Scholarship
Students still have time to apply, file the FAFSA, and visit campus or attend an upcoming event to be eligible for a textbook scholarship worth up to $500 per semester at UD.
Explore our Textbook ScholarshipUnderstanding Your Financial Aid Offer
Your Financial Aid Offer Explained - For First Year Students
Assistant Director of Recruitment and Admission Jorge Muñoz Figueroa '17, '19 guides admitted first year students through each page of our transparent financial aid offer and answers frequently asked questions.
Schedule a Financial Aid AppointmentYour Financial Aid Offer Explained - For Nursing Students
Assistant Director of Recruitment and Admission Jorge Muñoz Figueroa '17, '19 guides students admitted to our Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program through each page of our transparent financial aid offer and answers frequently asked questions.
Schedule a Financial Aid AppointmentYour Financial Aid Offer Explained - For Transfer Students
Assistant Director of Recruitment and Admission Jorge Muñoz Figueroa '17, '19 guides admitted transfer students through each page of our transparent financial aid offer and answers frequently asked questions.
Schedule a Financial Aid AppointmentYour Financial Aid Offer Explained - for UDSA Students
Assistant Director of Recruitment and Admission Jorge Muñoz Figueroa '17, '19 guides students admitted to the University of Dayton Sinclair Academy (UDSA) through each page of our transparent financial aid offer and answers frequently asked questions.
Schedule a Financial Aid Appointment
Questions about your Financial Aid offer?
Our team is here to support you with extended availability for virtual appointments in April and May.
Net Price Calculator
As part of our commitment to transparency, our net price calculator will help you estimate the cost of your UD education while factoring in potential merit scholarships and grants, federal aid and more.
Our Commitment to You
Your financial aid offer is renewable for eight semesters (or six semesters for transfer students) when you meet academic requirements, maintain full-time enrollment and are a responsible member of our community. This gives you the flexibility to consider a double major or minor, co-op or internship placements, or other experiential opportunities to enhance your education.
You will work closely with your academic adviser, faculty mentors and success professionals to develop a plan to help you pursue your goals and interests — and graduate on time.
Student Outcomes
Juliano Aquilino '23
Financial aid made it possible for Juliano to attend UD and pursue research that could be used to develop the next generation of antiviral medicines.
Student Outcomes
Juliano Aquilino '23
Financial aid made it possible for Juliano to attend UD and pursue research that could be used to develop the next generation of antiviral medicines.