Ohio University-Main Campus Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Ohio University-Main Campus is a public research university in Athens, Ohio, with about 19,633 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 84.99% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $52,581 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $14,158
- 2024 Average Net Price: $21,637 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 84.99% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 19,633 85.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 65.45%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
- First-Generation Students: 33.9%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 3.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 1.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 74.9%
- Average SAT Score: 1212
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 22,867
- Applicants (IPEDS): 25,648
- Room & Board: $14,162 annual estimate
Ohio University-Main Campus: what the data shows
Common questions about Ohio University-Main Campus, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Ohio University-Main Campus?
Ohio University-Main Campus is located in Athens, OH (ZIP 45701-2979).
NCES locale classification: Town distant.
Is Ohio University-Main Campus public or private?
Ohio University-Main Campus is a Public institution.
How much does Ohio University-Main Campus cost?
Published tuition: $14,158 in-state, $24,838 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $21,637.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $15,673 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $15,160 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $19,078 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $23,689 |
| $110,001+ | $24,492 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $56,632.
How hard is it to get into Ohio University-Main Campus?
Admission rate: 84.99%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1212 and midpoint ACT 25.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Ohio University-Main Campus?
Total enrollment: 19,633 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 22,867 students.
Graduate enrollment: 5,879 students.
About 85% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Ohio University-Main Campus?
150%-time completion rate: 65.45%.
First-year retention: 83.9%.
What do graduates of Ohio University-Main Campus earn?
Median earnings: $48,991 six years after entry; $52,581 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $21,056.
21.21% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Ohio University-Main Campus known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (1,273 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (299 completions)
- Business Analytics (275 completions)
- Psychology, General (259 completions)
- Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy (231 completions)
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General (225 completions)
- Health/Health Care Administration/Management (196 completions)
- Speech Communication and Rhetoric (155 completions)
- Zoology/Animal Biology (154 completions)
- Social Work (137 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Ohio University-Main Campus a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 84.99%; completion rate 65.45%; median earnings $52,581 at 10 years; net price $21,637. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$14,158
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Ohio University-Main Campus was $14,158.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$21,637
2024 Value
In 2024 Ohio University-Main Campus had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $21,637.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$86,548 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$21,637 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$56,632 4-Year In-State Tuition
$99,352 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$14,162 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$868 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$29,188 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$116,752 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Ohio University-Main Campus.
Financial Aid by Income Level
21.21% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
47.53% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Ohio University-Main Campus was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Ohio University-Main Campus in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $10,446 | $19,410 | $19,416 |
| 2014 | $10,602 | $19,566 | $20,351 |
| 2015 | $11,548 | $20,512 | $20,826 |
| 2016 | $11,744 | $21,208 | $22,058 |
| 2017 | $11,896 | $21,360 | $21,892 |
| 2018 | $12,192 | $21,656 | $22,453 |
| 2019 | $12,612 | $22,406 | $22,906 |
| 2020 | $12,612 | $22,406 | $23,831 |
| 2021 | $12,840 | $22,810 | $19,695 |
| 2022 | $13,352 | $23,720 | $20,070 |
| 2023 | $13,746 | $24,114 | $20,413 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
84.99% Acceptance Rate
25,648 Total Applicants
21,739 Students Admitted
4,593 First-Time Students Enrolled
21.13% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1212
ACT Average: 25
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.3 - 3.5
Estimated Median GPA: 3.40
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Ohio University-Main Campus reported total enrollment of about 19,633 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 38% male and 62% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (81.6%), Black or African American (5.2%), and Hispanic or Latino (4.9%). About 21.21% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 33.9% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
85.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Ohio University-Main Campus in 2024 is 19,633 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 22,867 students. Graduate enrollment is about 5,879 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
83.9%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 81.6%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
50.03% 100% Completion Time
65.45% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 50.03% of students graduating from Ohio University-Main Campus completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 14% male / 86% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 55% male / 45% female
- Business Analytics: 63% male / 37% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Ohio University-Main Campus.
Return on Investment
$21,056 Median Student Debt
$52,581 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
40.04% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
507.54% Return on Investment
4.0 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Ohio University-Main Campus.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 218 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 1,273 completions
2. Business Administration and Management, General: 299 completions
3. Business Analytics: 275 completions
4. Psychology, General: 259 completions
5. Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy: 231 completions
6. Marketing/Marketing Management, General: 225 completions
7. Health/Health Care Administration/Management: 196 completions
8. Speech Communication and Rhetoric: 155 completions
9. Zoology/Animal Biology: 154 completions
Most popular programs at Ohio University-Main Campus.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Ohio University-Main Campus graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Ohio University-Main Campus from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 74.9%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,814
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $10,470
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Ohio University-Main Campus is a public institution located in Athens, OH, classified as Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Business Analytics. Enrollment is approximately 19,633 students. Student body composition includes White (81.6%), Black or African American (5.2%), Hispanic or Latino (4.9%). The admission rate is 84.99%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1212. The 150%-time completion rate is 65.45%. Approximately 21.21% of students receive Pell Grants. About 33.9% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
Location
Athens, OH 45701-2979
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 218 distinct degree programs, Ohio University-Main Campus provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Ohio University-Main Campus located?
Ohio University-Main Campus is located in Athens, OH.
What is Ohio University-Main Campus's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Ohio University-Main Campus is 85.0% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 25,648 applicants and 21,739 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Ohio University-Main Campus cost?
Reported tuition is $14,158 and average net price is $21,637 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $14,162 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Ohio University-Main Campus?
Ohio University-Main Campus reports undergraduate enrollment of about 22,867 students, White (81.6%), Black or African American (5.2%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Ohio University-Main Campus?
About 33.9% of students at Ohio University-Main Campus are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Ohio University-Main Campus?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Ohio University-Main Campus reports midpoint SAT about 1212 and midpoint ACT about 25.
What do graduates of Ohio University-Main Campus earn?
Median earnings are $48,991 six years after entry and $52,581 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Ohio University-Main Campus?
The 150%-time completion rate is 65.5% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Ohio University-Main Campus students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $21,056.
Is Ohio University-Main Campus public or private?
Ohio University-Main Campus is a public institution located in Athens, OH.
Is Ohio University-Main Campus an HBCU?
No. Ohio University-Main Campus is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Ohio University-Main Campus a tribal college?
No. Ohio University-Main Campus is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Ohio college costs
- Ohio colleges by ROI
- Great Lakes regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Ohio
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.