Ohio Christian University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Ohio Christian University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Other Protestant
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Ohio Christian University is a small private university located on a rural campus in Circleville, Ohio. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,340, and admissions are very selective, with an acceptance rate of 40%. The university offers 24 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 36%, and a student-faculty ratio of 11:1. Tuition and fees for students are $16,640.
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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 to be considered for admission
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
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 Percentile15-17
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
2k
Students enrolled
61%
Online student enrollment
11:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
70%
Unknown
4%
Black
17%
Hispanic
4%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
%
Asian
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
1%
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
32
Total Online Enrollment
901
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.61% online, 39% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
26% On-campus
74% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates83% online
Associate70% online
Bachelor's71% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's100% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $16,640 | $16,640 |
| Graduate | $11,328 | $11,328 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $9,612 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,350 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $9,300 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $2,350 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $2,350 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $29,802 | $29,802 |
| Off-campus without family | $29,490 | $29,490 |
| Off-campus with family | $20,190 | $20,190 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
42%
State Grant Aid
23%
Institution Grant Aid
88%
Pell Grant
41%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$30k
Average student debtafter graduation
$33k
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
- Golf
- Other Sports
- Soccer
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 2 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Education. | |||
| 4 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 5 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 6 | History. | |||
| 7 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 8 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 9 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 10 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 11 | Psychology. | |||
| 12 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 13 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 14 | Theology And Religious Vocations. |
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