Athens,
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About Ohio University
Ohio University is a public, state university in the town of Athens, Ohio. Ohio University was founded in 1804. The university enrolls around 23,893 students a year, including 17,875 undergraduates.
Ohio University Acceptance Rate
It is moderately difficult to get into Ohio University. Around 87% of applicants get into Ohio University each year. In 2022, 21,610 out of 24,978 total applicants were accepted.
| Ohio University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 87% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | 97% |
| Average GPA | 3.8 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting ACT scores | 97% |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 13% |
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Ohio University is located in Athens, Ohio,.
If you are interested in seeing Ohio University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take U.S. Route 33 and U.S. Route 50 to Athens, or book a flight to the nearest airport, John Glenn International.
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College Info
Ohio University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Feb 1
Transfer Applications are Due
Jun 15
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Ohio University is Feb 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Ohio University is Jun 15.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Ohio University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1100 - 1260
Math SAT Range
530 - 630
Reading SAT Range
550 - 640
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1260 and Above
Good
1100 to 1260
Avg
1100 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for Ohio University students is 1174. Applicants with SAT scores of 1260 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Ohio University, while applicants with SAT scores between 1100 to 1260 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1100 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Ohio University.
Ohio University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$19,092
In State$36,844
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$5,968
$23,720
Fees
Unknown
Unknown
Housing
$12,336
$12,336
Books
$788
$788
Student Life
Wondering what life at Ohio University is like? There are approximately 23,893 students enrolled at Ohio University, including 17,875 undergraduate students and 6,018 graduate students. 82% percent of students attend school full-time, 87% percent are from OH and 13% percent of students are from other states.
82%
Full Time18%
Part Time87%
In State13%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
23,893
Campus Setting
Small Town
Acceptance Rate
87%
Tuition and Fees
In State
$5,968
Out-of-State
$23,720
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Feb 1
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