Overview
Founded in 1973 as the Wright State University School of Medicine, the institution was renamed in 2005 following a major gift from the Boonshoft family. It was established with a mission to train physicians for practice in Ohio, particularly in primary care and underserved communities, and has grown a reputation for community-based medical education through partnerships with regional hospitals such as Miami Valley Hospital, Dayton Children's, and the Dayton VA Medical Center. The school emphasizes a hands-on clinical training model integrated with the Dayton healthcare system rather than a single university-owned teaching hospital.
At a Glance
| Type | Public |
| Location | Dayton, Ohio |
| Founded | 1973 |
| Total students | 700 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 3:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 8% |
| Graduation rate | 95% |
| Average starting salary | $220,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $38,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $65,000 |
| Room & board | $14,000 |
| Average financial aid | $25,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 85% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.70 |
| Regular deadline | November 1 |
Top Programs
- Family Medicine
- Internal Medicine
- Pediatrics
- Emergency Medicine
- Psychiatry
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.