University of Dayton Sinclair Academy

The UD Sinclair Academy offers a streamlined path to your bachelor's degree by allowing you to start your studies at Sinclair, earn your associate degree, and then transfer to the University of Dayton to complete your bachelor's.

This affordable and seamless experience gives you the opportunity to be part of both campus communities from the start. You'll build lasting friendships, engage in campus life, receive continuous academic advising, and enjoy a smooth credit transfer process—just a few of the many advantages waiting for you.

To get started, you'll first apply for admission to Sinclair by completing our online standard application.
(NOTE: If you have already completed a Sinclair application for admission, you do not need to reapply.)

Contact the Transfer Center at transfercenter@sinclair.edu 

What are the benefits of the Academy?

• More than 100 academic pathways to choose from.
• Access to UD's career advising, job fairs and opportunities to build your resume through co-ops, internships, research, or education abroad.
• Opportunity to participate in 270+ student organizations at UD.
• Ability to use UD's RecPlex, join intramural teams and cheer on the Dayton Flyers
• Access to Success Professionals to assist you with navigating UD.
• UD email address and access to the internal website to stay informed on activities, announcements and resources.
• An affordable pathway from Sinclair to UD, with automatic consideration for UD scholarships. For more information on scholarships and financial aid for the UD Sinclair Academy, visit the UD Sinclair Academy page.

Did You Know?

• Through the UD Sinclair Academy, students will work with academic advisors at Sinclair and UD from day one to ensure successful degree completion at both institutions.
• UD has a 97% job placement rate following graduation
• As a member of the academy, you'll also be eligible for additional funding including up to $500 per semester for your textbooks

Over 100 Academic Pathways to choose from in the UD Sinclair Academy!

• Check out the Pathway Majors from UD Sinclair Academy to learn more. 

To apply to the UD Sinclair Academy

To apply to the UD Sinclair Academy, a separate application must be completed in addition to your Sinclair application for admission. Deadlines for UD Sinclair Academy applications are August 1 to be accepted to the UD Sinclair Academy for Fall Semester, and February 1 to be accepted to the US Sinclair Academy for Spring Semester.

Students may apply for the UD Sinclair Academy at any point after being accepted to Sinclair.

• Complete the UD Sinclair Academy online application at udayton.edu/academy
• Submit additional application materials as listed by student type on udayton.edu/academy

Accepted Students

If you have been admitted into the Academy, follow these next steps:

• Apply for Sinclair admission by completing the online application
• Apply for financial aid assistance at fafsa.gov site

• Call the Sinclair Transfer Center at 937-512-2100 to discuss your steps to get started, including scheduling an Academic Advising appointment to have a MAP (My Academic Plan) created, and address any questions about financial aid or registration.

For more information, visit the following websites

• Access the Enroll/Admission at Sinclair page
• Visit UD Sinclair Academy page

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