An interview with Daniel J. Curran, President the University of Dayton, USA.
“The University of Dayton,
USA is a welcoming community with students and faculty from
approximately 55 different countries represented on campus,"
said President Daniel J. Curran. He said, “Indian students
are especially attracted to the graduate programs in Engineering
and find strong support and an excellent education here. More
international students are choosing the University of Dayton and
are highly satisfied with their education here as evidenced by our
top ranking by the International Student Barometer survey.”
What is the admission procedure? The Undergraduate applicants should complete the University of Dayton Application for Admission as well as submit all required supporting documentation including academic transcripts and verification of financial support. Graduate applicants should complete the Application for Graduate Admission, submit supporting documentation, and pay a $50 application fee. Learn more about the graduate application process at http://gradadmission.. What is the eligibility criterion? To be eligible for undergraduate admission, students must successfully complete the Standard XII examination (Intermediate, Higher Secondary, etc.) following a strong university preparation program. Students seeking graduate admission must have a minimum of sixteen total years of primary and secondary education. Additional criteria depend on the program to which the student is applying. Criteria for specific graduate programs can be found at http://gradadmission.. What is the course fee? [For UG as well as PG courses] Undergraduate tuition for one semester is $13,755 with a university fee of $590 per semester. Tuition for graduate programs range from $480 to $797 per credit hour depending on the program. A university fee of $25 per semester is also assessed. Living expenses and other expenses for one year are approximately $14,600-$15,200, including transportation, health insurance, clothing, books, computer, etc. Provided costs are for the 2009-10 academic year. What are the courses popular among Indian students? The University of Dayton has a wide variety of degree programs at both the graduate and undergraduate levels, and we welcome Indian students to apply to any program. A large number of Indian students at the University of Dayton, both undergraduate and graduate, are enrolled in Engineering programs, specifically electrical and computer Engineering. Indian graduate students are also finding success in the areas of computer science and business administration and are interested in the law school's graduate programs in intellectual property and technology law. What kind of accommodation is available for students? What is the cost of accommodation? The University of Dayton offers a unique living atmosphere for undergraduate students, with 95 percent of the undergraduate population living on campus. Undergraduate students may live in residence halls, apartments or houses on the University campus for $2,600-$4,580 per semester. First-year and second-year students under the age of 21 years old are required to live on campus.The University offers a limited housing selection for graduate students including efficiencies (one-room apartment) and apartments. The cost ranges from $3,840-$5,360 per semester. Graduate students may also choose to live off campus and rent an apartment which may cost between $400 and $1,000 per month (plus the cost of utilities such as electricity and water). Many Indian graduate students share apartments off campus to keep costs low. Provided costs are for the 2009-10 academic year. 
What are the various scholarships that a foreign student can avail of to reduce the cost of education? The University of Dayton offers merit-based scholarships for undergraduate students ranging from $2,500-$12,500 per year for qualified applicants. A limited number of Graduate and Teaching Assistantships exist. While these assistantships are open to all applicants, they are highly competitive and are not guaranteed. How is the campus life like? What are the extra-curricular activities that students participate in? Students can get involved in more than 170 clubs and organizations including numerous sports opportunities, academic societies and service organizations. The University of Dayton is rated as one of the best in the U.S. for participation in intramural sports. The Center for International Programs arranges special activities including welcome and graduation parties, the fall harvest potluck, and the annual International Festival.The Indian Student Association is one of the most active international student associations on campus. The ISA helps new students coming from India as soon as they arrive in Dayton. The organization organizes cultural, social and sports events on campus, including a popular Diwali celebration, to help Indian students interact and share the joy of their culture and heritage. The University of Dayton has over 10,000 students, and many of the undergraduates live on campus making it highly residential. Dayton is a small, safe, friendly city with shopping and entertainment convenient to campus. The community welcomes people of all faiths, and supports worship centers for the Hindu, Muslim and Buddhist faiths. Who forms the faculty? A few quotes from students (preferably Indian) as to how they spend their time outside studies? The University of Dayton is a top-tier national doctoral-level university with a research arm that has attracted more than $1 billion in sponsored research in the last 50 years. The University sponsors 19 Centers of Excellence in Engineering, business and humanities that focus on sensors, nanotechnology, ladar and optical communications, tissue regeneration, investments and finance, among others. 91 percent of University of Dayton faculty hold a doctorate or terminal degree in their field. Fewer than five percent of our courses are taught by graduate assistants meaning our undergraduate population works one-on-one with faculty. A current Indian student in responding to the International Student Barometer survey says he would recommend the University of Dayton “because of the quality of education, living, services, and exposure to different cultures.” Another comments in the same survey, “There are enough research activities in my field of interest, the area is safe, and there is also financial support provided by university.” Anupriya Krishnan, a graduate in electro optics from Tamil Nadu, said: "I can confidently say that after four years of graduate education, I am much better at communication, problem solving, analytical and critical thinking. Teachers in my department are very knowledgeable and thorough in their fields. I enjoyed the enriching research experience, which helped me get an Internship and now a respectable full time job. Apart from academics, I found people around this area to be very friendly and helpful. It has definitely been one of the best learning-growing phases in my life!" Are their any twin exchange programmes with Indian universities? If yes, the details. If not, is the university planning something on this line sometime in the future? The University of Dayton has partnerships with several excellent Indian institutions including Loyola Institute of Business Administration (LIBA), PSG University and SRM University. We are currently working on some dual degree and graduate degree arrangements. We have one-semester visiting student programs with each. We also work with our partners to offer essay and project competitions in the areas of business ethics and alternative energy that bring Indian students to campus. Add Comment CommentsYou may also like to read
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