University of Dayton Merit Scholarship 2026 in USA (Partially Funded)

Applications are open for the University of Dayton Merit Scholarship 2026, providing international undergraduate students with the opportunity to study in the United States. This scholarship supports both first-year and transfer students, offering financial assistance to help cover tuition costs. The University of Dayton is located in Dayton, Ohio, USA. The application deadline for the Fall term is May 1, 2026, and for the Spring term, it's November 1, 2025.

Eligibility

Open to international students applying for first-year or transfer undergraduate admission.
Completion of secondary education equivalent to a U.S. high school diploma.
Strong academic record with competitive GPA and standardized test scores (if applicable).
Demonstration of English language proficiency through TOEFL, IELTS, or equivalent tests.
Submission of a complete undergraduate application by the scholarship deadline.

Program Dates/Location

Application Deadlines:
- Fall term (August through December): May 1, 2026
- Spring term (January through April): November 1, 2025
Location: University of Dayton, Dayton, Ohio, USA

Program Benefits

Merit Scholarship: Up to $30,000 per year
Textbook Scholarship: Up to $4,000 over four years
Renewable for up to four years, contingent upon maintaining satisfactory academic progress.

Study Fields

Arts and Sciences
Business Administration
Education and Health Sciences
Engineering
Law

Required Documents

Application form (including essay)
Official high school transcripts
Letter of recommendation
Letter of financial support
Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, or equivalent)

Application Process

Apply for free using the University of Dayton Application or the Common Application.
Complete the online application form.
Submit all required documents by the respective deadlines.
No separate scholarship application is required; all applicants are automatically considered for the merit scholarship upon admission.