Ohio University
Public university · Athens, OH · 19,633 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
85%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1090–1290
ACT (middle 50%)
22–28
Average net price
$20,666
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$31,615
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
65%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Ohio University?
Ohio University accepts about 85 of every 100 applicants (85%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1090 and 1290 on the SAT. A score at or above 1290 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1090, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 22–28.
The latest federal data says Ohio University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Ohio University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Ohio University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $31,615 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $20,666 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $14,582 for OH residents and $25,796 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$14,582
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$25,796
- Room & board$14,740
- Total cost of attendance$31,615
- Average net price after grants$20,666
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Communications, Psychology.
Ohio University FAQ
- What is Ohio University's acceptance rate?
- 85% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Ohio University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1090–1290. Aim for 1290 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Ohio University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 22–28.
- Is Ohio University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Ohio University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Ohio University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Ohio University cost?
- About $31,615 a year before aid; $20,666 on average after grants.
- What is Ohio University's FAFSA school code?
- 003100. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Ohio University receives your information.
- What is Ohio University's graduation rate?
- 65% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Ohio University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of CincinnatiCincinnati, OH | 85% | 1160–1370 | $24,917 | 75% |
| Otterbein UniversityWesterville, OH | 85% | — | $20,189 | 61% |
| Youngstown State UniversityYoungstown, OH | 84% | 1010–1230 | $9,161 | 53% |
| Mount Carmel College of NursingColumbus, OH | 84% | — | $23,987 | 59% |
| Heidelberg UniversityTiffin, OH | 86% | — | $22,046 | 61% |
| Mount Vernon Nazarene UniversityMount Vernon, OH | 84% | 1046–1315 | $21,193 | 63% |