Ohio University

Ohio University Overview

Ohio University is a public, state school in a small town setting in Athens, Ohio. Ohio University was founded in 1804 and the school presently has around 24,429 students per year, including 18,031 undergrads. Ohio University offers housing for up to 7,321 students. The majority of students live on campus, and first year-students are required to live in campus housing. On the weekends, about 90% of students stay on-campus and participate in campus events and social life.

📆 Mark your calendar! February 1, 2023 is the final deadline to submit an application for the Fall 2023 semester.

Student Activities at Ohio University

Love music or performing? At Ohio University you can join a campus band, sing in a chorus, or perform with one of the school's theater groups.

Interested in journalism or communications? Ohio University students can write for the campus newspaper, host a radio show or be a producer for the student-run television channel.

Interested in joining a fraternity or sorority? Ohio University has fraternities and sororities.

Planning to play sports? Ohio University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Ohio University on the Student Life page.

Is Ohio University a Good School?

Different people have different ideas about what makes a "good" school. Admissions criteria, acceptance rate and average GPA are good indicators of how selective an institution is.

Let's take a look at these factors to get a better sense of what Ohio University offers and if the school seems like a good choice for you.

Ohio University Acceptance Rate 2022

It is moderately difficult to get into Ohio University. Around 89% of applicants get into Ohio University each year. Last year, 21,733 students applied to Ohio University and 19,245 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Ohio University

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. It is a way to measure how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Out of all the first-year, full-time undergrads who start at Ohio University, around 81% are still enrolled the next year. Around 67% of students who started at Ohio University earn their Bachelor's degrees within six years. The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outlook Ohio University Graduates

Job placement statistics for recent graduates can give you a sense of the return on investment a school offers.

Check with Ohio University directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Ohio University's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students.

As of 2022, the total market value of Ohio University's endowment was $747 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. The school spends $10,973 for each full-time student enrolled.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Ohio University

Tuition is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

Ohio University meets 56% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. First-year students that attend Ohio University full-time are awarded $11,457 a year in financial aid, on average.

In 2020, students graduated with an average of $28,748 in student loans for each student with debt. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA asap. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Ohio University.

Based on this information, does Ohio University seem like a good fit? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may be a terrible fit for someone else! So ask yourself: Is Ohio University a good school for you?

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Where is Ohio University Located?

Ohio University is located in the small town setting of Athens, Ohio.

If you are interested in seeing Ohio University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take U.S. Route 33 and U.S. Route 50 to Athens, or book a flight to the nearest airport, John Glenn International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Ohio University and Athens are like without leaving home.

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