Ohio Treasurer Robert Sprague recognized the University of Dayton for tuition transparency as well as the affordability offered through the UD Sinclair Academy with his June Compass Award.

“The Compass Awards allow us to recognize the organizations and institutions across Ohio who are helping our residents to secure a strong financial footing at all stages of life,” Sprague said. 

The UD Sinclair Academy supports students with clear, upfront information about costs. Students pay one of the lowest tuition rates in the state while they take classes at Sinclair. At the same time, they are included in the UD community with access to advisors, campus facilities and student clubs. Students follow one of the more than 100 pathways from Sinclair to UD so they know exactly which classes to take, and they’re automatically considered for merit scholarships at UD. 

Sprague said the University also provides “individualized attention to students” related to the cost of higher education through the transparent tuition commitment. The University offers upfront information on the cost of all four years, and works to educate families on important topics such as the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and the difference between grants and scholarships, which do not have to be repaid, and loans, for which students should consider interest rates and other repayment terms. 

More information on the Compass Award is available online.

“Financial literacy is more than just a subject taught in the classroom – it’s an important life skill to navigate everyday challenges and prepare for a successful future,” Sprague said.