Shawnee State University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Shawnee State University is a public research university in Portsmouth, Ohio, enrolling about 2,247 students. Shawnee State University awards degrees and certificates tracked in federal College Scorecard and IPEDS reporting. Published tuition for full-time study is about $10,626 per year before aid; net price varies by family income. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $39,596 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $10,626
- 2024 Average Net Price: $14,381 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,247 86.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 48.11%
- Opportunity College (2025): Higher access & higher earnings (Carnegie OCU)
- Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
- First-Generation Students: 43.3%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 3.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 8.8% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 43.1%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 3,528
- Room & Board: $12,502 annual estimate
Shawnee State University: what the data shows
Common questions about Shawnee State University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Shawnee State University?
Shawnee State University is located in Portsmouth, OH (ZIP 45662).
NCES locale classification: Town distant.
Compared with Town campuses nationally, net price is 4% below the median for Town campuses ($14,971 median).
Is Shawnee State University public or private?
Shawnee State University is a Public institution.
How much does Shawnee State University cost?
Published tuition: $10,626 in-state, $17,358 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $14,381.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $12,310 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $11,956 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $14,326 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $16,787 |
| $110,001+ | $18,754 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $42,504.
How big is Shawnee State University?
Total enrollment: 2,247 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 3,528 students.
Graduate enrollment: 237 students.
About 86% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Shawnee State University?
150%-time completion rate: 48.11%.
First-year retention: 72.0%.
What do graduates of Shawnee State University earn?
Median earnings: $35,080 six years after entry; $39,596 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $23,000.
38.56% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Shawnee State University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (51 completions)
- Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other (38 completions)
- Occupational Therapy/Therapist (32 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (29 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (25 completions)
- Computer Programming/Programmer, General (23 completions)
- Dental Hygiene/Hygienist (23 completions)
- Psychology, General (21 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (19 completions)
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General (19 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Shawnee State University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 48.11%; median earnings $39,596 at 10 years; net price $14,381. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$10,626
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Shawnee State University was $10,626.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$14,381
2024 Value
In 2024 Shawnee State University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $14,381.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$57,524 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$14,381 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$42,504 4-Year In-State Tuition
$69,432 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$12,502 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,024 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$24,152 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$96,608 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Shawnee State University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
38.56% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
38.60% 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 Shawnee State University 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 Shawnee State University 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 | $7,177 | $12,291 | $14,850 |
| 2014 | $7,364 | $12,617 | $14,281 |
| 2015 | $7,364 | $12,761 | $16,138 |
| 2016 | $7,365 | $14,145 | $14,172 |
| 2017 | $7,439 | $13,247 | $15,646 |
| 2018 | $8,556 | $14,714 | $15,013 |
| 2019 | $8,265 | $14,189 | $16,320 |
| 2020 | $8,604 | $14,647 | $10,260 |
| 2021 | $8,604 | $14,646 | $15,477 |
| 2022 | $9,341 | $15,686 | $14,144 |
| 2023 | $9,622 | $16,157 | $15,389 |
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
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Shawnee State University reported total enrollment of about 2,247 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 42% male and 58% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (70.7%), Race/ethnicity unknown (18.8%), and Black or African American (3.9%). About 38.56% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 43.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
86.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Shawnee State University in 2024 is 2,247 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 3,528 students. Graduate enrollment is about 237 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
72.0%
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 70.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
37.46% 100% Completion Time
48.11% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 37.46% of students graduating from Shawnee State University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 22% male / 78% female
- Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other: 13% male / 87% female
- Occupational Therapy/Therapist: 22% male / 78% 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 Shawnee State University.
Return on Investment
$23,000 Median Student Debt
$39,596 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
58.09% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
588.34% Return on Investment
5.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Shawnee State University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 51 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 51 completions
2. Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other: 38 completions
3. Occupational Therapy/Therapist: 32 completions
4. Business Administration and Management, General: 29 completions
5. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 25 completions
6. Computer Programming/Programmer, General: 23 completions
7. Dental Hygiene/Hygienist: 23 completions
8. Psychology, General: 21 completions
9. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 19 completions
Most popular programs at Shawnee State University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Shawnee State University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Shawnee State University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 43.1%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $7,368
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $6,719
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Shawnee State University is a public institution located in Portsmouth, OH, classified as Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other, Occupational Therapy/Therapist. Enrollment is approximately 2,247 students. Student body composition includes White (70.7%), Race/ethnicity unknown (18.8%), Black or African American (3.9%). The 150%-time completion rate is 48.11%. Approximately 38.56% of students receive Pell Grants. About 43.3% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
Opportunity College (2025): Higher access and higher earnings under Carnegie’s Student Access and Earnings Classification. Browse all Opportunity Colleges.
Location
Portsmouth, OH 45662
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 51 distinct degree programs, Shawnee State University 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 Shawnee State University located?
Shawnee State University is located in Portsmouth, OH.
How much does Shawnee State University cost?
Reported tuition is $10,626 and average net price is $14,381 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,502 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Shawnee State University?
Shawnee State University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 3,528 students, White (70.7%), Race/ethnicity unknown (18.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Shawnee State University?
About 43.3% of students at Shawnee State University are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Shawnee State University earn?
Median earnings are $35,080 six years after entry and $39,596 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Shawnee State University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 48.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Shawnee State University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $23,000.
Is Shawnee State University public or private?
Shawnee State University is a public institution located in Portsmouth, OH.
Is Shawnee State University an HBCU?
No. Shawnee State University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Shawnee State University a tribal college?
No. Shawnee State University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Shawnee State University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Shawnee State University does not meet that proxy (reported share 0.2%).
Is Shawnee State University religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Shawnee State University in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
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
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.