Ohio Christian University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Ohio Christian University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Christian Churches and Churches of Christ
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 1,439, and admissions are selective. The university offers 23 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 49%, and a student-faculty ratio of 8:1. Tuition and fees for students are $16,247.
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- #10 Ranked in 10 Best Online Bachelor's in Emergency Management Programs
- #17 Ranked in Best Online Christian Colleges
Admissions Breakdown
Retention Rate Insight
61% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
49% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. 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--
High school transcriptRequired
High school rank--
Letter of recommendation--
High school GPA--
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep program--
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)--
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 Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
2k
Students enrolled
86%
Online student enrollment
8:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
49%
Unknown
28%
Black
16%
Hispanic
3%
Two or more races
2%
Non-U.S. Citizen
%
Asian
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
2%
Socio-economic diversity
48% 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
29
Total Online Enrollment
1,369
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.86% online, 14% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
26% On-campus
74% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates75% online
Associate75% online
Bachelor's74% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's75% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
51%
State Grant Aid
25%
Institution Grant Aid
83%
Pell Grant
48%
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
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 2 | Education. | |||
| 3 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 4 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 5 | History. | |||
| 6 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 7 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 8 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 9 | Psychology. | |||
| 10 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 11 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 12 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 13 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.