The Ohio State University at Lima

The Ohio State University at Lima Overview

The Ohio State University at Lima is a public, state school in the suburban setting of Lima, Ohio. The Ohio State University at Lima was founded in 1960 and the school enrolls around 874 students a year, which includes 871 undergraduate students.

📆 Mark your calendar! The final application deadline for Fall 2023 is July 14.

There are many ways for students to get involved at The Ohio State University at Lima!

Interested in music or performing? Sing in a chorus or perform with one of The Ohio State University at Lima's theater groups.

There are no fraternities or sororities at The Ohio State University at Lima, so it might be a good choice if you're not interested in Greek life.

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

2022 The Ohio State University at Lima Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	100%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
Applicants Submitting SAT scores	4%
In-State Tuition	$8,956
Out-of-State	$33,192
Percent of Need Met	64%
Average First-Year Financial Aid Package	$9,758

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Is The Ohio State University at Lima a Good School?

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The definition of a "good school" is different for different people. 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 The Ohio State University at Lima offers and if it seems like a good choice for you.

2022 Acceptance Rate for The Ohio State University at Lima

The Ohio State University at Lima is not competitive to get into. Around 100% of applicants get into The Ohio State University at Lima each year. Last year, 1,798 students applied to The Ohio State University at Lima and 1,789 were admitted.

Retention and Graduation Rates at The Ohio State University at Lima

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 The Ohio State University at Lima, around 42% come back the next year. Around 14% of students who started at The Ohio State University at Lima 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 The Ohio State University at Lima Graduates

Job placement stats are a good resource for understanding the value of a degree from The Ohio State University at Lima by providing a look on how job placement has gone for other grads.

Check with The Ohio State University at Lima directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

The Ohio State University at Lima'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.

The Ohio State University at Lima's endowment was valued at $6.8 billion in 2022, compared to a national average of $905 million.

Tuition and Financial Aid at The Ohio State University at Lima

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.

The Ohio State University at Lima meets 64% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $9,758 a year.

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 as soon as you can. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! No one should ever pay to fill out 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 The Ohio State University at Lima.

Based on this information, does The Ohio State University at Lima seem like a good fit? Remember, the best school for one person may be a terrible fit for another! So ask yourself: Is The Ohio State University at Lima a good school for you?

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Where is The Ohio State University at Lima?

The Ohio State University at Lima is located in the suburban setting of Lima, Ohio, less than an hour from Columbus.

If you would like to see The Ohio State University at Lima for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 75 to Lima, or book a flight to the nearest airport, James M. Cox Dayton International.

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

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