The University of Dayton founded 1850 by Society of Mary (Marianists) as Catholic research university in southwest Ohio serves 11,300+ students across College of Arts & Sciences, School of Business, Education & Health Sciences, School of Engineering, and School of Law on 388-acre campus featuring Immaculate Conception Chapel, University Arena, and research labs in human rights, engineering, and sustainability. R1 doctoral institution with experiential learning through co-ops, service projects, and study abroad achieving 95% graduate employment amid Dayton's aviation/manufacturing/biotech clusters. Residential campus community emphasises whole-person Marianist education fostering ethical leadership, social justice, and community engagement. Strategic Midwest location offers Cincinnati Airport 60-min, affordable Ohio living, and strong alumni network. Committed to transparency with four-year tuition guarantee, UD provides scholarships, faith-based support, and inclusive environment preparing graduates for engineering, business, education, health professions, and public service careers.