Dayton Data Challenge

Transforming Data into Insight

A week-long undergraduate data competition where students work in teams, analyze real-world data, develop their own research questions, and present insights to judges.

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About the Challenge

The Dayton Data Challenge is a free, week-long undergraduate data competition at the University of Dayton. Students work in teams of 2–4, analyze real-world datasets, develop their own research questions, and present their insights to judges. Students of all experience levels are welcome. Teams may use the data analytics tools or software of their choice, subject to the competition guidelines.

Why Participate?

Real-World Experience

Work with real datasets and practice turning data into decisions.

Team-Based Learning

Collaborate with students from different majors and experience levels.

Professional Communication

Present insights to faculty, industry professionals, and judges.

Resume Building

Gain experience, recognition, and a certificate of participation.

Quick Facts

Open To

All undergraduate students at UD

Team Size

2–4 students

Registration

Opens August 28

Competition Week

November 2–7, 2026

Event Snapshot

Friday, August 28

Registration opens

Friday, October 16

Registration Closes

Monday, November 2, 6 PM

Kickoff and dataset introduction

Tuesday–Friday, November 3-6

Opportunities for Help and Team analysis

Friday, November 6, 11 PM

Write-up due, maximum 2 pages

Saturday, November 7, 10 AM

Presentations and judging

Sponsors and Partners

Sponsor information will be announced soon.