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Ohio University (OHIO), Main Campus : Overview, Courses, Scholarships & Rankings

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About Ohio University

Tucked into the Appalachian foothills, this brick-lined campus blends historic greens with modern labs, studios, and maker spaces. Ohio University has a reputation for strength in communication, business, health, engineering, public service, and the arts. Learning leans hands-on with faculty mentorship, backed by libraries, tutoring and writing support, advising, counseling, and inclusive services.

Student life feels lively yet down to earth. You'll find student-run media, service organizations, outdoor recreation, and a music scene that spills into town. And the marching band traditions and homecoming on the bricks feel classic. Career prep stays practical through internships, co-ops, and an engaged alumni network across Ohio. The Athens community offers farmers markets, indie shops, and wooded trails, so campus feels both tucked-away and connected.

Key Institutional Details

Contact & Profile

Location
020 Chubb Hall, Athens, Ohio, 45701, USA
Website
ohio.edu
Unit ID
204857

Academic & Institutional

Control
Public institution (funded by state or local government)
Accreditation
HLC
Length of Study
Programs under 2 years (e.g. certificate or diploma)
Calendar System
Semester system (two main terms per year)
Award Levels
Associate's
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
Post-Master's
Doctorate (R)
Doctorate (P)
Other Award
Campus Setting
Located in a distant town (10-35 miles from urbanized area)
Carnegie Classification
Doctoral - R1 (Very High Research)
Tuition & Fees
In-State
$13,746
Out-of-State
$24,114
Student Profile
Total Students 24,937
Undergraduate 18,456
Graduate/Other 6,481
Male: 9,779 Female: 15,158
Applications
Total Applicants 25,648
Admitted 21,739
Enrolled 4,593
Acceptance: 84.8% Yield: 21.1%
Staff
Total Staff 3,974
Full-time 3,444
Part-time 530
Full-time: 86.7% Part-time: 13.3%

Academic Programs & Fields of Study

Ohio University (OHIO), Main Campus offers 213 degree programs across 26 major academic fields, graduating approximately 8,095 students annually. The most popular fields by graduate volume are Health (28 programs, 2,246 graduates), Business (19 programs, 1,284 graduates), Education (22 programs, 518 graduates), Communication (13 programs, 515 graduates) and Interdisciplinary (8 programs, 396 graduates). Explore program details, award levels, and graduate demographics below.

Health (28 programs, 2,246 graduates)
Healthcare Professions, Medical Sciences and Clinical Practice
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Registered Nursing 1,273
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
51.3801
Osteopathic Medicine 231
Doctorate (P)
51.1202
Health Administration and Management 196
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
51.0701
Family Practice Nursing 89
Postbac Cert.
Master's
51.3805
Public Health 57
Master's
51.2201
Communication Sciences and Disorders 46
Bachelor's
51.0201
Physical Therapy 46
Doctorate (P)
51.2308
Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology 41
Master's
Doctorate (P)
51.0204
Physician Assistant 32
Master's
51.0912
Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition 28
Postbac Cert.
Master's
Other Award
51.3199
Mental Health Counseling 24
Master's
51.1508
Athletic Training 23
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
Doctorate (P)
51.0913
Community Health Counseling 20
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
51.1504
Nursing Practice 20
Doctorate (P)
51.3818
International Public Health 15
Postbac Cert.
Master's
Other Award
51.2210
Medical Informatics 15
Postbac Cert.
51.2706
Dietetics 15
Bachelor's
51.3101
Nursing Education 14
Postbac Cert.
Master's
51.3203
Geriatric Nursing 13
Postbac Cert.
Master's
51.3821
Occupational Health and Industrial Hygiene 9
Bachelor's
Other Award
51.2206
Music Therapy 9
Bachelor's
Master's
51.2305
Perfusion Technology 6
Master's
51.0906
Nursing Administration 6
Master's
51.3802
Environmental Health 5
Bachelor's
51.2202
Arts in Medicine and Health 5
Other Award
51.3206
Public Health 3
Postbac Cert.
51.2299
Health Professions Education 3
Other Award
51.3202
Medical Science 2
Doctorate (R)
51.1401
Business (19 programs, 1,284 graduates)
Business Administration, Marketing and Entrepreneurship
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Business Administration and Management 299
Associate's
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
Other Award
52.0201
Marketing Management 225
Bachelor's
Other Award
52.1401
Finance, General 131
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
Other Award
52.0801
Project Management 130
Postbac Cert.
Master's
Other Award
52.0211
Management Information Systems 96
Bachelor's
52.1201
Accounting 87
Bachelor's
Master's
52.0301
Management Science 62
Bachelor's
52.1301
Sales and Marketing Operations 61
Postbac Cert.
Master's
Other Award
52.1801
Operations Management and Supervision 54
Bachelor's
Master's
52.0205
Entrepreneurship Studies 39
Bachelor's
Other Award
52.0701
Human Resources Management 29
Postbac Cert.
Other Award
52.1001
International Business and Trade 15
Bachelor's
Other Award
52.1101
Banking and Financial Services 14
Other Award
52.0803
Business Economics 12
Bachelor's
52.0601
Customer Service Management 10
Bachelor's
52.0207
Hospitality Management 9
Bachelor's
52.0909
Real Estate 5
Other Award
52.1501
Finance and Financial Management Services 3
Other Award
52.0899
Actuarial Science 3
Bachelor's
52.1304
Education (22 programs, 518 graduates)
Educational Sciences, Teaching Methods and Pedagogy
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Early Childhood Education 120
Bachelor's
13.1210
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 68
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
13.1314
Secondary Education and Teaching 60
Bachelor's
Master's
13.1205
Middle School Education and Teaching 52
Bachelor's
Master's
13.1203
Special Education Teaching 47
Bachelor's
Master's
13.1001
Curriculum and Instruction 34
Master's
Doctorate (R)
13.0301
Reading Teacher Education 31
Master's
13.1315
Higher Education Administration 30
Master's
Doctorate (R)
13.0406
Educational Leadership and Administration 16
Postbac Cert.
Master's
13.0401
Instructional Technology 15
Postbac Cert.
Master's
Doctorate (R)
13.0501
Early Childhood Special Education Teaching 9
Master's
13.1015
Educational Evaluation and Research 5
Master's
Doctorate (R)
13.0601
Teaching English or French as a Second Language 5
Postbac Cert.
13.1499
Superintendency and Educational Administration 4
Doctorate (R)
13.0411
School Counseling and Guidance 4
Master's
Doctorate (R)
13.1101
Spanish Language Teacher Education 4
Bachelor's
13.1330
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teaching 4
Postbac Cert.
Master's
13.1401
Foundations of Education 3
Master's
13.0901
Art Education 3
Master's
13.1302
Educational Research and Statistics 2
Postbac Cert.
13.0603
Drama and Dance Education 1
Master's
13.1324
French Language Teacher Education 1
Bachelor's
13.1325
Communication (13 programs, 515 graduates)
Media Communications, Journalism and Public Relations
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Speech Communication and Rhetoric 155
Bachelor's
Doctorate (R)
09.0101
Journalism 104
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
09.0401
Communication and Media Studies 79
Postbac Cert.
Other Award
09.0199
Radio and Television Broadcasting 54
Bachelor's
09.0701
Digital Media and Multimedia 31
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
Other Award
09.0702
Mass Communication and Media Studies 24
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Doctorate (R)
09.0102
Communication and Media Studies 18
Master's
09.0100
Photojournalism 16
Bachelor's
09.0404
Organizational Communication 13
Postbac Cert.
Master's
Doctorate (R)
09.0901
Communication Management and Strategic Communication 9
Postbac Cert.
09.0909
International and Intercultural Communication 8
Master's
09.0907
Health Communication 3
Master's
Doctorate (R)
09.0905
Broadcast Journalism 1
Bachelor's
09.0402
Interdisciplinary (8 programs, 396 graduates)
Cross-Disciplinary Studies and Integrated Research Programs
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Business Analytics 275
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
30.7102
Geography and Environmental Studies 35
Bachelor's
Master's
Other Award
30.4401
Intercultural and Diversity Studies 26
Other Award
30.2301
Gerontology 21
Postbac Cert.
Other Award
30.1101
Museum Studies 18
Postbac Cert.
Other Award
30.1401
Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution 16
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
Other Award
30.0501
Global Studies 4
Other Award
30.2001
Human-Computer Interaction 1
Other Award
30.3101
Arts (33 programs, 359 graduates)
Fine Arts, Design Studies and Creative Performance
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Music Pedagogy 44
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
50.0912
Studio Arts, General 35
Bachelor's
50.0702
Music Management 29
Bachelor's
50.1003
Acting 25
Bachelor's
Master's
50.0506
Music Performance 24
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
50.0903
Digital Arts 22
Bachelor's
50.0102
Graphic Design 21
Bachelor's
Master's
50.0409
Arts and Media Management 18
Master's
50.1001
Cinematography and Film Production 17
Bachelor's
Master's
50.0602
Dance 14
Bachelor's
Master's
50.0301
Art History and Conservation 12
Bachelor's
Master's
50.0703
Fine and Studio Arts Management 11
Postbac Cert.
50.1002
Theatre Design and Technology 10
Bachelor's
Master's
50.0502
Musical Theatre 8
Bachelor's
Other Award
50.0509
Theatre Arts 7
Bachelor's
Master's
50.0501
Art Studies 7
Bachelor's
50.0701
Commercial Photography 6
Master's
50.0406
Visual and Performing Arts 5
Postbac Cert.
Doctorate (R)
50.0101
Playwriting and Screenwriting 5
Bachelor's
50.0504
Film and Media Studies 5
Master's
50.0601
Sculpture 5
Master's
50.0709
Painting 4
Master's
50.0708
Printmaking 4
Master's
50.0710
Photography 3
Master's
50.0605
Ceramic Arts 3
Master's
50.0711
Conducting 3
Postbac Cert.
50.0906
Game and Interactive Media Design 2
Other Award
50.0411
Music Theory and Composition 2
Bachelor's
Other Award
50.0904
Voice and Opera Performance 2
Bachelor's
50.0908
Music Technology 2
Bachelor's
50.0913
Theatre Arts Management 2
Bachelor's
50.1004
Theatre Directing and Production 1
Master's
50.0507
Fine Arts and Art Studies 1
Other Award
50.0799
Engineering (12 programs, 357 graduates)
Engineering Sciences and Applied Technology Solutions
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Applied Engineering 97
Bachelor's
Other Award
14.0103
Civil Engineering 69
Bachelor's
Master's
Other Award
14.0801
Mechanical Engineering 54
Bachelor's
Master's
14.1901
Chemical Engineering 44
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
14.0701
Electrical and Electronics Engineering 43
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Master's
Doctorate (R)
14.1001
Industrial Engineering 13
Bachelor's
Master's
14.3501
Computer Engineering 11
Bachelor's
14.0901
Engineering 11
Bachelor's
14.9999
General Engineering 7
Postbac Cert.
14.0101
Engineering Science 5
Doctorate (R)
14.1301
Biomedical Engineering 2
Master's
14.0501
Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering 1
Bachelor's
14.0702
Biological Sciences (9 programs, 307 graduates)
Life Sciences, Biotechnology and Biomedical Research
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Zoology and Animal Biology 154
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
26.0701
Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology 61
Bachelor's
Master's
26.0908
Epidemiology and Biostatistics 40
Postbac Cert.
26.1311
Botany and Plant Biology 20
Bachelor's
Master's
Doctorate (R)
26.0301
Wildlife Biology 18
Bachelor's
26.0709
Cell and Molecular Biology 7
Bachelor's
Doctorate (R)
26.0406
Ecology 3
Bachelor's
26.1301
Conservation Biology 3
Postbac Cert.
26.1307
Neuroscience 1
Bachelor's
26.1501
Social Sciences (10 programs, 283 graduates)
Sociology, Anthropology and Political Science Studies
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
Political Science and Government 96
Bachelor's
Master's
Other Award
45.1001
Sociology 85
Bachelor's
Master's
45.1101
Political Science and Government 24
Other Award
45.1099
Econometrics and Quantitative Economics 18
Master's
45.0603
Geographic Information Science and Cartography 16
Bachelor's
Postbac Cert.
Other Award
45.0702
Social Sciences 13
Master's
45.0101
Anthropology 12
Bachelor's
45.0201
Economics 8
Bachelor's
45.0601
Development Economics and International Development 6
Master's
45.0604
Urban Studies and Affairs 5
Bachelor's
45.1201
Psychology (4 programs, 278 graduates)
Psychological Sciences, Mental Health and Behavioral Studies
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
General Psychology 259
Bachelor's
42.0101
Clinical Psychology 10
Master's
Doctorate (R)
42.2801
Experimental Psychology 7
Master's
Doctorate (R)
42.2704
Industrial-Organizational Psychology 2
Doctorate (R)
42.2804

Admission Requirements & Test Scores

Comprehensive overview of admission criteria, standardized test score ranges, and application requirements for prospective students at Ohio University (OHIO), Main Campus.

Application Requirements

Secondary School GPA
Required
Secondary School Record
Required
College Preparatory Program
Required
Formal Demonstration of Competencies
Neither required nor recommended
English Proficiency Test (TOEFL)
Required
Standardized Test Scores
SAT Scores
The SAT is a standardized college admission test measuring reading, writing, and math skills. Scores range from 400-1600 (combined Evidence-Based Reading & Writing + Math sections).
Composite Score Range
1100 - 1290
25th-75th percentile
Evidence-Based Reading & Writing 560 - 650
Median: 600
Math 540 - 640
Median: 590
ACT Scores
The ACT is a standardized test for college admissions assessing English, math, reading, and science reasoning. Scores range from 1-36 (composite of all sections).
Composite Score Range
22 - 28
25th-75th percentile
English 21 - 28
Median: 24
Math 20 - 26
Median: 24

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Test score ranges represent the middle 50% of admitted students (25th-75th percentile). Requirements may vary by program.

Tuition, Fees & Estimated Costs

Overview of tuition rates, housing, and other annual education expenses for undergraduate and graduate students

Estimated Total Cost
(In-state)
$31,096
Estimated Total Cost
(Out-state)
$41,464
In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$13,746
Tuition and fees for students residing in-state
Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$24,114
Tuition and fees for non-resident students
Room & Board
$13,594 (on) / $12,354 (off)
Housing and meal plan expenses
Books & Supplies
$840
Average yearly cost of books and study materials
Other Expenses
$2,916
Miscellaneous personal and institutional expenses
Other Expenses (with family)
$6,194
Estimated cost for students living with family
Graduate In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$9,720
Graduate tuition rates for in-state students
Graduate Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
$17,712
Graduate tuition rates for non-resident students

Financial Aid & Student Support

Summary of scholarships, grants, student loans, and financial aid statistics for undergraduate students

25%
FTFT Aid Recipients
Avg. Grant
$8,616
Avg. Loan
$8,256
Avg. Federal Loan
$5,186
Additional
Students with Any Grant
4,149
Students who received any type of grant aid
Students with Any Loan
2,675
Students who received any type of loan-based aid
Students with Federal Grant
1,073
Students who received a federal grant
Avg. Institutional Grant
$6,922
Average amount of institutional grant awarded

Student Success Metrics

Graduation rates and post-graduation earnings to help assess student outcomes and long-term value of education.

66%
Graduation Rate
Percentage of students who successfully graduate from the institution
82%
First-Year Retention Rate
Percentage of first-year students who continue for a second year
Median Earnings Over Time
$32,485 – $79,745
Salary Range (25th–75th Percentile, 10 Years)
$32,485 (25th %) $79,745 (75th %)
*Median Salary After 10 Years: $52,581
Median Salary After 6 Years
$48,991
Average annual earnings of former students six years after starting college.
Median Salary After 10 Years
$52,581
Average annual earnings of former students ten years after starting college.

Loan Burden & Repayment Outcomes

Breakdown of loan repayment rates and student debt levels by income and dependency status.

3-Year Loan Repayment Rate
52.3%
Share of borrowers who repaid loans within 3 years
Repayment Rate (Graduates Only)
67.9%
Repayment rate among students who completed their program
Median Student Loan Debt
$21,056
Median federal loan debt of undergraduate completers at time of graduation.
Repayment by Income
Low 32.5%
Middle 56.4%
High 69.9%
Repayment by Dependency
Dependent 61.0%
Independent 37.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most common questions about Ohio University (OHIO), Main Campus

How much does it cost to attend Ohio University (OHIO), Main Campus?

The annual tuition at Ohio University (OHIO), Main Campus is $13,746 for in-state students and $24,114 for out-of-state students. When including room and board, books, and other expenses, the total estimated cost is approximately $31,096 for in-state students and $41,464 for out-of-state students. Additional costs include room and board $13,594 (on) / $12,354 (off) and books and supplies $840.

Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2022-2023 academic year. Tuition and cost estimates are approximate and may not include all fees, personal expenses, or transportation costs.

What academic programs and degree levels does Ohio University, Main Campus offer?

Ohio University (OHIO), Main Campus offers 213 academic programs across 26 major fields of study, with available degree levels: Associate's, Bachelor's, Postbac Cert., Master's, Post-Master's, Doctorate (Research), Doctorate (Professional), Other Award.

Most popular program areas include:

  • Healthcare Professions, Medical Sciences and Clinical Practice (28 programs)
  • Business Administration, Marketing and Entrepreneurship (19 programs)
  • Educational Sciences, Teaching Methods and Pedagogy (22 programs)
  • Media Communications, Journalism and Public Relations (13 programs)
  • Cross-Disciplinary Studies and Integrated Research Programs (8 programs)

Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2023-2024 academic year. Numbers reflect programs where students graduated, not all offered programs.

What is the acceptance rate for Ohio University, Main Campus?

Ohio University (OHIO), Main Campus has an 84.8% acceptance rate and a 21.1% yield rate, making it moderately selective.

Admission statistics breakdown:

  • Total applicants: 25,648
  • Students admitted: 21,739
  • Students enrolled: 4,593

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Admission statistics may vary by program and application cycle.

What financial aid and scholarships are available at Ohio University, Main Campus?

Ohio University (OHIO), Main Campus provides financial aid to 25% of first-time, full-time students, with average grants of $8,616 and average loans of $8,256.

Average financial aid amounts by type:

  • Pell grants: $4,915
  • State/Local grants: $2,994
  • Institutional grants: $6,922
  • Federal loans: $5,186

The university supports 4,149 students with grants and 2,675 students with loans annually.

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Financial aid amounts and percentages may vary by program, enrollment status, and individual circumstances.

What is the average salary for Ohio University, Main Campus graduates?

Ohio University (OHIO), Main Campus graduates earn a median salary of $48,991 after 6 years and $52,581 after 10 years.

The salary range 10 years after graduation spans from $32,485 (25th percentile) to $79,745 (75th percentile).

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Salary data reflects graduates who received federal financial aid (approximately 60% of all graduates). Actual earnings may vary significantly based on program, location, and individual circumstances.

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