The University of Dayton (UD) has been named one of the top veteran-friendly schools by U.S. Veterans Magazine, reflecting its dedication to supporting military veterans in their educational pursuits. Recognized in the 2024 U.S. News and World Report, the UD MBA program ranks #53 in Best Online MBA Programs for Veterans. In addition, the UD MBA Online program falls within the top 100 programs in the country according to both U.S. News & World Report and Fortune Magazine’s 2024 rankings. 2022-2023 graduates reported an average annual salary of $109,000.
UD’s MBA program, which offers a STEM-designated degree, is distinguished by its emphasis on creating excellent community service-minded business leaders. It touts collaborative and immersive experiences, particularly focusing on nonprofit organizations, technology & innovation, and disruptive business models. During the Servant Leadership immersion weekend—held on UD’s beautiful campus—students engage with community leaders and work on service projects. This year they will work to finish a Habitat for Humanity house that was started in the fall by incoming UD School of Business Administration students. Concentrations and certificates are available in cybersecurity, marketing, finance, and business analytics. And, best of all, a 25% scholarship toward tuition is o•ered to veterans at WPAFB.
Flexibility and Support: Why Aaron Chose UD’s Online
Aaron Yerian, an MBA graduate Manager,exemplifies the success of UD’s veteran-friendly programs. With 12 years of service in the U.S. Navy’s Nuclear Power Program, Aaron sought a career change and chose UD’s online MBA program for its flexibility. “The Online MBA program was perfect for me,” Aaron shares. “I was able to balance my schedule for the online classwork, work during the day, and attend classes in the evening.”
Aaron’s educational journey at UD was transformative. “The significant eff•orts of everyone associated with the Military and Veteran Programs and Services (MVPS) truly made my experience second to none,” he recalls. Aaron emphasizes the value of aligning his technical background with business goals, which the MBA program facilitated. “Learning how to align information systems decision-making with business goals and focusing on project management were the biggest career impacts of my MBA experience.”
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