2024 Best Colleges with Early Childhood Education Degrees in the Dayton Area

• Dayton, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.89 out of 5  1,462 reviews

Senior: Oh, my time at the University of Dayton was simply unforgettable! From the moment I stepped foot on campus, I knew I was in for an amazing college experience. Go Flyers! One of the first organizations I got involved with was Phi Chi Theta, the premier business and economics fraternity. Another significant role I held on campus was serving on the University Hearing Board. As a board member, I participated in student conduct hearings, where we strived to create a supportive and educational environment while upholding the university's code of conduct. Academically, the University of Dayton provided an excellent learning environment. The professors were approachable and genuinely invested in their students' success. Overall, my college experience at the University of Dayton was a whirlwind of growth, learning, and camaraderie. The memories I made and the skills I developed during my time there continue to shape my journey beyond graduation.... Read 1,462 reviews

• grade A

• Acceptance rate 81%

• Net price $29,933

• SAT range 1130-1330

• Dayton, OH•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.86 out of 5  1,203 reviews

Freshman: I came to Sinclair to acquire a skill in my "gap year" between high school and reapplying to Hillsdale college. I've enjoyed my times at Sinclair and have learned invaluable skills. It was the perfect, affordable option for this year, but because I chose to go to Sinclair, I haven't been able to save up money for the next year of school I need to pay for. Overall, I've been very impressed with Sinclair and their campus. Happy to start next semester with them!... Read 1,203 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $5,476

• SAT range —

• Dayton, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.52 out of 5  1,784 reviews

Junior: Wright State University (Dayton campus) is an amazing institution. It is located in Fairborn, Ohio, and the closest big city is Dayton, although Columbus and Cincinnati are fairly close too. All of the professors I had during one semester there were amazing (majoring in psychology). The campus is beautiful, especially in the fall, and the school has underground tunnels for when it is cold or raining outside. The dorms are close to the campus, and for people with cars, there is parking available. There are a lot of international students. There are a lot of commuter students too, so the events on campus are not visited that much. However, they are awesome! There is a fitness and wellness program, with a swimming pool, group fitness classes, two gyms, and more. Wright State is one of the cheaper universities too, especially for locals. Overall, I would recommend anyone to at least take a tour.... Read 1,784 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 96%

• Net price $14,198

• SAT range 950-1250

• Wilberforce, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.32 out of 5  635 reviews

Senior: I was not sure what to expect when I enrolled at Central State in 2021. Two years later and I can honestly say it was a great experience. The online program was top-notch and worked well with its two terms per semester to expedite the degrees in high-demand careers, such as education (my major) and criminal justice. I highly recommend this university for anybody looking for a quality college experience at a reasonable price. This school is definitely worth the investment! I would like to see more consistency in the quality of professors. Some of my professors were absolutely amazing and worked well with the online learning. Others seemed to struggle, and it hurt the quality of the classes. However, in the end, the demands from the courses were reasonable, and the professors truly care about you as a student.... Read 635 reviews

• grade C

• Acceptance rate 59%

• Net price $10,598

• SAT range 770-950