City Rankings
Best Colleges in Dayton, Ohio
Top colleges in Dayton ranked by national standing and graduate outcomes -- updated 2026.
Colleges listed: 3
Avg grad earnings: $54,198
Top Colleges in Dayton
Nationally ranked schools appear first. Remaining schools are ordered by median graduate earnings.
| # | School | Grad Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Dayton #93 national | $75,537 |
| 2 | Sinclair Community College #1852 national | $37,558 |
| 3 | Wright State University-Main Campus #1909 national | $49,500 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Excludes for-profit institutions.
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