One of the most challenging and growth-oriented experiences available to students is residential living. The University strives to provide a co-curricular environment that both supports and challenges students to reach their full potential. Understanding, mutual respect and openness to diversity fosters the development of a positive community.

In order to attain this goal, professional, graduate and undergraduate staffs in the Department of Housing and Residence Life are creating living and learning environments within University residence halls, suites, apartments and houses. A student elected governance board or council represents residential student and assists the residence life staff in providing programmatic initiatives for each on-campus living area.

The University of Dayton requires all students (including conditionally admitted and Intensive English Program students) to live in University housing for four academic semesters (fall/spring semesters only) following their start term at the University, regardless of the time elapsed since high school graduation. This requirement applies to students who are under 21 years of age, unmarried, and not living at a parent’s or legal guardian’s permanent residence within 40 miles of the University. Housing contracts are for the full academic year if the student remains a registered student. Students achieving their fourth academic semester at the end of the fall semester must follow the cancellation policy in order to be released from the housing contract.

Upon official acceptance to the University of Dayton, the Office of Enrollment Management provides students with information and instructions for securing residential living accommodations. Questions regarding housing can be directed to Housing and Residence Life: (937) 229-3317; housing@udayton.edu; website.