Ashland University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Ashland University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Brethren Church
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Ashland University is a medium-sized private university located on a suburban campus in Ashland, Ohio. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 5,180, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 81%. The university offers 85 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 61%, and a student-faculty ratio of 13:1. Tuition and fees for students are $25,200.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*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 Percentile20-26
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1020-1255
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
7k
Students enrolled
46%
Online student enrollment
13:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
9%
Unknown
0%
Black
1%
Hispanic
0%
Two or more races
1%
Non-U.S. Citizen
0%
Asian
0%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
31% 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
30
Total Online Enrollment
2,855
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.46% online, 54% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
78% On-campus
22% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
Associate75% online
Bachelor's6% online
Graduate Certificate100% online
Master's52% online
Doctorate14% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $25,200 | $25,200 |
| Graduate | $7,776 | $7,776 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $912 |
| On-campus room and board | $12,510 |
| 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 | $41,218 | $41,218 |
| Off-campus without family | $35,340 | $35,340 |
| Off-campus with family | $29,840 | $29,840 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
34%
State Grant Aid
21%
Institution Grant Aid
98%
Pell Grant
31%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$25k
Average student debtafter graduation
$36k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Other Sports
- Soccer
- Swimming Diving
- Tennis
- Wrestling
- Lacrosse
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 7 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 8 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 9 | History. | |||
| 10 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 11 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 12 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 13 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 14 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 15 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 16 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 17 | Psychology. | |||
| 18 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 19 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 20 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 21 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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