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Program, Arts, design and media. University of Dayton, Dayton, Ohio, United States.
International Direct - Discover Arts is a program program in arts, design and media at University of Dayton, a private institution in Dayton, Ohio, United States, founded in 1850.
First-year tuition is listed at 49,300 USD and the application fee at Free. The earliest intake currently open is Jan 2027.
Applications to University of Dayton typically receive a decision in 5 days and 19 hours, based on recent applications.
Plan for about 69,605 USD for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees. Costs differ sharply between public and private schools and between states. The I-20 states the school's estimate of tuition and living costs, and your funds evidence should match it. Read the school's cost page and the official student visa pages for the fees that apply.
Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.
| Item | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Tuition, first year | 49,300 USD |
| Living costs, first year (school estimate) | 20,305 USD |
| Application fee (one time) | Free |
| Estimated first-year total | 69,605 USD |
Our directory lists 49 program programs in arts, design and media at 10 schools in the United States. Their median first-year tuition is 2,325 USD, and the middle half cost between 1,325 USD and 12,652 USD.
At 49,300 USD, International Direct - Discover Arts is 2020% above the median, in the most expensive quarter. The full range runs from 1,200 USD to 57,824 USD.
If budget matters, these program programs in arts, design and media have some of the lowest listed first-year tuition in the United States.
| Program | School | Tuition (1st year) |
|---|---|---|
| Summer Camp - Kids Acting for Film II - 1-Week | New York Film Academy - New York, New York | 1,200 USD |
| Summer Camp - Kids Acting for Film - 1-Week | New York Film Academy - Los Angeles, Burbank | 1,225 USD |
| Language and Communication Program (LCP) | University of California, Irvine, Irvine | 2,350 USD |
| Pre-Bachelors - Arts and Media - Undecided | Southern Illinois University Carbondale, Carbondale | 12,652 USD |
| Associates in Arts - Liberal Arts and Sciences | Mercy University - Manhattan, New York | 23,550 USD |
| Bacehlor of Fine Arts - Theatre | Rockford University, Rockford | 39,870 USD |
Working back from a Jan 2027 start, this is a realistic plan. Popular programs can fill early, so the earlier end of each window is safer. Fall (August or September) is the main intake and Spring (January) is the second. Graduate deadlines are often several months earlier than the start date.
| By | Step |
|---|---|
| March 2026 | Shortlist programs, check entry requirements and book your English test. |
| May 2026 | Prepare your statement of purpose, references and transcripts, then apply. |
| July 2026 | Receive offers, compare total costs and accept one. |
| September 2026 | Pay the deposit, gather funds evidence and apply for the student visa. |
| December 2026 | Book travel and accommodation once the visa is approved. |
University of Dayton sets the exact entry requirements for International Direct - Discover Arts. For a program, applicants usually need the following.
Most schools accept TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo and set their own minimums. Graduate programmes may also ask for GRE or GMAT scores, though many programmes have made these optional.
Students from India need a F-1 student visa to study in the United States. U.S. Department of State (visa) and Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) decides the application.
An F-1 visa is for full-time academic study at a school certified by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program. The school issues a Form I-20 and the visa itself is decided at a consular interview, so a consistent study plan and clear finances matter more than the paperwork volume.
Students may be eligible for optional practical training in their field of study, with an extension for certain STEM degrees. Conditions apply, so read the official rules and speak to your school's designated school official.
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First-year tuition is listed at 49,300 USD. Living costs are extra; University of Dayton estimates 20,305 USD a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.
This program lists no application fee.
The earliest intake currently open is Jan 2027. Start your application about eight months before that.
It is listed as a program. Check with the school what qualification it awards and whether it leads to further study or work rights.
You need a F-1 student visa, decided by U.S. Department of State (visa) and Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP). Apply after you accept an offer and can show the required funds.
Yes. We check your profile, prepare your documents and submit your application to University of Dayton, then help with the visa. The first call is free.
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