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Undergraduate Tuition and Financial Aid

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Rooted in our Catholic, Marianist traditions, the University of Dayton is dedicated to being transparent and ensuring student success. And with high graduation rates and post-placement success rates, UD is an excellent value.

Choosing a college that provides the greatest value is an important task. We encourage you to inquire about the true cost of each school you are considering — not just in terms of your first year but for all four years of your college experience.

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At UD, you'll understand the full four-year cost of your tuition up front. That means there are no surprises, so you can be confident in our costs and plan for success.
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Undergraduate Costs and Budget

At UD, tuition is the same for all full-time undergraduate students, regardless of major. Since the University of Dayton is a private institution, there are no out-of-state charges.

 

Direct Costs

Undergraduate Direct Costs for 2025-26
Tuition: $50,610
Incoming First Year Housing:* $9,940
Food:* $6,790
Total Direct Costs:** $67,340

Undergraduate Direct Costs for 2026-27
Tuition: $51,910
Incoming First Year Housing:* $10,140
Food:* $7,050
Health and Wellbeing: $600
Total Direct Costs:** $69,700

* Housing allowance is based upon a double (two person) room cost and the average housing cost for a student. Food allowance is based on the Flex Meal Plan and average cost for 3 meals/day for students. Housing and food budgets are estimated based on occupancy during fall and spring semesters (10 months). International student budgets are based on 12 months.

** International student budgets include additional miscellaneous expenses.

 

Tuition Charges

Undergraduate 2025-26 Tuition for a Semester
Full-time – 12 to 18 credit hours $25,305
Each credit hour over 18 $1,810
Part-time - 1 to 11 credit hours (per credit hour) $1,810
Audit Rate (per credit hour) $905
Adult Degree Advancement Program (ADAP) per hour - 40% discount

$1,090
Summer 2026 tuition charge per credit hour $1,055
Budgets

The Office of Financial Aid establishes annual student budgets to reflect a realistic cost of attendance. These budgets include both your direct (billable) costs, above, and those non-billable costs associated most commonly with college. We then use this budget to determine your eligibility for financial aid.

Per federal regulation, the combination of financial assistance received by the student from all sources cannot exceed the established student budget.

Residential Student Sample Budget 2025-26
Budget for Full-Time Student Resident
Tuition (12 – 18 hours) $50,610
Housing $10,820*
Food $6,790*
Books/Supplies Allowance       $1,000
Personal Spending $1,925**
Transportation $1,100
Loan Fees $70
Prof./Lic./Cert. Fee Allowance  $50
Total Student Budget $72,365

* Housing allowance is based upon a double (two person) room cost and the average housing cost for a student. Food allowance is based on the Flex Meal Plan and average cost for 3 meals/day for students. Housing and food budgets are estimated based on occupancy during fall and spring semesters (10 months). International student budgets are based on 12 months.

** Personal Spending represents an allowance for expenses that include personal hygiene needs and recreation.

Note: Loan Fees will only be included in the COA for FAFSA filers.

Note: Prof./Lic./Cert. Fee Allowance is an estimate of potential costs a student may experience as part of their academic program.

Residential Student Sample Budget 2026-27
Budget for Full-Time Student Resident
Tuition (12 – 18 hours) $51,910
Housing $10,940*
Food $7,050*
Health and Wellbeing $600
Books/Supplies Allowance $1,000
Personal Spending $2,110**
Transportation $1,210
Loan Fees $70
Prof./Lic./Cert. Fee Allowance  $50
Total Student Budget $74,940

* Housing allowance is based upon a double (two person) room cost and the average housing cost for a student. Food allowance is based on the Flex Meal Plan and average cost for 3 meals/day for students. Housing and food budgets are estimated based on occupancy during fall and spring semesters (10 months). International student budgets are based on 12 months.

** Personal Spending represents an allowance for expenses that include personal hygiene needs and recreation.

Note: Loan Fees will only be included in the COA for FAFSA filers.

Note: Prof./Lic./Cert. Fee Allowance is an estimate of potential costs a student may experience as part of their academic program.

Commuter Student Sample Budget 2025-26
Budget for Full-Time Student Commuter
Tuition (12 – 18 hours) $50,610
Housing $1,390*
Food $2,790**
Books/Supplies Allowance      $1,000
Personal Spending $1,925***
Transportation $1,100
Loan Fees $70
Prof./Lic./Cert. Fee Allowance $50
Total Student Budget $58,935

* Housing allowance is estimated based on average utility expenses for 8 months.

** Meal Expense is estimated based on USDA moderate meal expenses.

*** Personal Spending represents an allowance for expenses that include personal hygiene needs and recreation.

Note: Loan Fees will only be included in the COA for FAFSA filers.

Note: Prof./Lic./Cert. Fee Allowance is an estimate of potential costs a student may experience as part of their academic program.

Commuter Student Sample Budget 2026-27
Budget for Full-Time Student Commuter
Tuition (12 – 18 hours) $51,910
Housing $1,390*
Food $2,810**
Health and Wellbeing $600
Books/Supplies Allowance $1,000
Personal Spending $2,110***
Transportation $1,210
Loan Fees $70
Prof./Lic./Cert. Fee Allowance $50
Total Student Budget $61,150

* Housing allowance is estimated based on average utility expenses for 8 months.

** Meal Expense is estimated based on USDA moderate meal expenses.

*** Personal Spending represents an allowance for expenses that include personal hygiene needs and recreation.

Note: Loan Fees will only be included in the COA for FAFSA filers.

Note: Prof./Lic./Cert. Fee Allowance is an estimate of potential costs a student may experience as part of their academic program.

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