Ashland University
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$22,000
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About Ashland University
Ashland University is a small private university located on a suburban campus in Ashland, Ohio. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,148, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 74%. The university offers 81 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 62%, and a student-faculty ratio of 16:1. Tuition and fees for students are $22,000.
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- #7 Ranked in Best Online Associate in Criminal Justice Programs
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
This school has a high acceptance rate.
This school accepts students at a higher rate than other schools. High acceptance schools welcome 51-100% of all applicants.
This school has a high acceptance rate.
This school accepts students at a higher rate than other schools. High acceptance schools welcome 51-100% of all applicants.
74% of students were accepted during the 2020-2021 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
77% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.
Graduation Rate Insight
62% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scores Required
High school transcript Required
High school rank Recommended
Letter of recommendation Recommended
High school GPA Required
Open admission No
Completion of college prep program Recommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) Recommended
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollment Yes
Credit for qualified life experience* Yes
Advance placement (AP) credits Yes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile 19-24
SAT 25th-75th Percentile 1000-1208
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
This school has a student body of fewer than 5,000 students.
Learn more about how we determine school awards4k
Students enrolled
72%
Online student enrollment
16:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
76%
Black
8%
Unknown
5%
Hispanic
4%
Non-U.S. Citizen
4%
Two or more races
2%
Asian
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Female student population
62%
Socio-economic diversity
41% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
22
Total Online Enrollment
3,189
Percent of Programs Online
82% On-campus
18% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates Not offered
Associate 67% online
Bachelor's 7% online
Graduate Certificate Not offered
Master's 55% online
Doctorate 33% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
---|---|---|
Undergraduate | $22,000 | $22,000 |
Graduate | $6,444 | $6,444 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2020–2021 academic year.
Costs to Consider | Price |
---|---|
Books and supplies | $912 |
On-campus room and board | $10,640 |
On-campus other expenses | $2,596 |
Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $5,500 |
Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $3,728 |
Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $3,728 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
---|---|---|
On-campus | $36,148 | $36,148 |
Off-campus without family | $32,140 | $32,140 |
Off-campus with family | $26,640 | $26,640 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
41%
State Grant Aid
18%
Institution Grant Aid
89%
Pell Grant
41%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$25k
Average student debt after graduation
$36k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division II with football
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Other Sports
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
- All Track Combined
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2020-2021 academic year.
1Area, Ethnic, Cultural, And Gender Studies
BA
MA
DOC
American/United States Studies/Civilization
BA
MA
DOC
2Biological And Biomedical Sciences
BA
MA
DOC
Biochemistry
BA
MA
DOC
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
BA
MA
DOC
Exercise Physiology
BA
MA
DOC
Toxicology
BA
MA
DOC
3Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services
BA
MA
DOC
Accounting
BA
MA
DOC
Business/Commerce, General
BA
MA
DOC
Business Administration and Management, General
BA
MA
DOC
Logistics and Materials Management
BA
MA
DOC
Fashion Merchandising
BA
MA
DOC
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
BA
MA
DOC
Actuarial Science
BA
MA
DOC
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
BA
MA
DOC
International Business/Trade/Commerce
BA
MA
DOC
Hospitality Administration/Management, General
BA
MA
DOC
Finance, General
BA
MA
DOC
Management Information Systems, General
BA
MA
DOC
4Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs
BA
MA
DOC
Sports Communication
BA
MA
DOC
Health Communication
BA
MA
DOC
Organizational Communication, General
BA
MA
DOC
Radio and Television
BA
MA
DOC
Journalism, Other
BA
MA
DOC
Communication, General
BA
MA
DOC
5Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services
BA
MA
DOC
Computer Science
BA
MA
DOC
6Education
BA
MA
DOC
Computer Teacher Education
BA
MA
DOC
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
BA
MA
DOC
Mathematics Teacher Education
BA
MA
DOC
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Multiple Disabilities
BA
MA
DOC
Education/Teaching of Individuals in Early Childhood Special Education Programs
BA
MA
DOC
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
BA
MA
DOC
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
BA
MA
DOC
Art Teacher Education
BA
MA
DOC
Curriculum and Instruction
BA
MA
DOC
Music Teacher Education
BA
MA
DOC
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
BA
MA
DOC
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
BA
MA
DOC
Social Studies Teacher Education
BA
MA
DOC
Biology Teacher Education
BA
MA
DOC
Spanish Language Teacher Education
BA
MA
DOC
Education/Teaching of the Gifted and Talented
BA
MA
DOC
7English Language And Literature/Letters
BA
MA
DOC
Creative Writing
BA
MA
DOC
English Language and Literature, General
BA
MA
DOC
8Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics
BA
MA
DOC
French Language and Literature
BA
MA
DOC
Spanish Language and Literature
BA
MA
DOC
9Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences
BA
MA
DOC
Nursing Practice
BA
MA
DOC
Dietetics/Dietitian (RD)
BA
MA
DOC
Athletic Training/Trainer
BA
MA
DOC
10History
BA
MA
DOC
History, General
BA
MA
DOC
American History (United States)
BA
MA
DOC
11Mathematics And Statistics
BA
MA
DOC
Mathematics, General
BA
MA
DOC
12Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
BA
MA
DOC
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
BA
MA
DOC
13Natural Resources And Conservation
BA
MA
DOC
Environmental Science
BA
MA
DOC
14Parks, Recreation, Leisure, And Fitness Studies
BA
MA
DOC
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
BA
MA
DOC
15Philosophy And Religious Studies
BA
MA
DOC
Religion/Religious Studies
BA
MA
DOC
Philosophy
BA
MA
DOC
16Physical Sciences
BA
MA
DOC
Geology/Earth Science, General
BA
MA
DOC
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences, Other
BA
MA
DOC
17Psychology
BA
MA
DOC
Psychology, General
BA
MA
DOC
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology, Other
BA
MA
DOC
18Public Administration And Social Service Professions
BA
MA
DOC
Social Work
BA
MA
DOC
19Security And Protective Services
BA
MA
DOC
Forensic Science and Technology
BA
MA
DOC
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
BA
MA
DOC
20Social Sciences
BA
MA
DOC
Economics, General
BA
MA
DOC
International Relations and Affairs
BA
MA
DOC
Political Science and Government, General
BA
MA
DOC
21Theology And Religious Vocations
BA
MA
DOC
Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other
BA
MA
DOC
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv
BA
MA
DOC
Theology/Theological Studies
BA
MA
DOC
Bible/Biblical Studies
BA
MA
DOC
22Visual And Performing Arts
BA
MA
DOC
Graphic Design
BA
MA
DOC
Music Performance, General
BA
MA
DOC
Fine/Studio Arts, General
BA
MA
DOC
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
BA
MA
DOC
Commercial and Advertising Art
BA
MA
DOC
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