University of Rio Grande Tuition & Completion (2026)
University of Rio Grande is a private two-year college in Rio Grande, Ohio, enrolling about 1,400 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $23,686 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $20,560. Student demographics in federal data include White (63.1%) and Race/ethnicity unknown (19.6%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $20,560
- 2024 Average Net Price: $23,686 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,400 79.8% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 36.02%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Medical Schools and Centers
- First-Generation Students: 52.4%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 2.5% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 1.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 41.8%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 2,298
- Room & Board: $10,500 annual estimate
University of Rio Grande: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Rio Grande, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Rio Grande?
University of Rio Grande is located in Rio Grande, OH (ZIP 45674).
Is University of Rio Grande public or private?
University of Rio Grande is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does University of Rio Grande cost?
Published tuition: $20,560.
Average net price after aid: $23,686.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $21,776 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $22,733 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $24,432 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $27,008 |
| $110,001+ | $25,788 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $82,240.
How big is University of Rio Grande?
Total enrollment: 1,400 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 2,298 students.
Graduate enrollment: 221 students.
About 80% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Rio Grande?
150%-time completion rate: 36.02%.
First-year retention: 56.2%.
What do graduates of University of Rio Grande earn?
Median earnings: $34,323 six years after entry; $41,478 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $17,750.
33.63% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Rio Grande known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (48 completions)
- General Studies (32 completions)
- Business/Commerce, General (25 completions)
- Special Education and Teaching, General (24 completions)
- 05.1091 (18 completions)
- Physical Education Teaching and Coaching (15 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (14 completions)
- Health Services Administration (12 completions)
- Sport and Fitness Administration/Management (9 completions)
- Psychology, General (8 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Rio Grande a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 36.02%; median earnings $41,478 at 10 years; net price $23,686. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$20,560
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Rio Grande was $20,560.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$23,686
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Rio Grande had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $23,686.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$94,744 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$23,686 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$82,240 4-Year Tuition
$10,500 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,200 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$32,260 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$129,040 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Rio Grande.
Financial Aid by Income Level
33.63% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
54.07% 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 University of Rio Grande 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 University of Rio Grande 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 | $20,780 | $20,780 | $26,627 |
| 2014 | $21,930 | $21,930 | $29,099 |
| 2015 | $23,860 | $23,860 | $30,487 |
| 2016 | $23,860 | $23,860 | $31,964 |
| 2017 | $26,175 | $26,175 | $32,597 |
| 2018 | $27,481 | $27,481 | $35,675 |
| 2019 | $27,481 | $27,481 | $37,509 |
| 2020 | $27,481 | $27,481 | $36,645 |
| 2021 | $20,060 | $20,060 | $37,327 |
| 2022 | $20,060 | $20,282 | $29,186 |
| 2023 | $20,560 | $20,560 | $29,541 |
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
University of Rio Grande reported total enrollment of about 1,400 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 44% male and 56% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (63.1%), Race/ethnicity unknown (19.6%), and Non-Resident Alien (10.8%). About 33.63% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 52.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
79.8% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Rio Grande in 2024 is 1,400 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 2,298 students. Graduate enrollment is about 221 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
56.2%
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 63.1%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
24.60% 100% Completion Time
36.02% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 24.60% of students graduating from University of Rio Grande completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 12% male / 88% female
- General Studies: 22% male / 78% female
- Business/Commerce, General: 32% male / 68% 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 University of Rio Grande.
Return on Investment
$17,750 Median Student Debt
$41,478 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
42.79% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
337.79% Return on Investment
4.3 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Rio Grande.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 45 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 48 completions
2. General Studies: 32 completions
3. Business/Commerce, General: 25 completions
4. Special Education and Teaching, General: 24 completions
5. 05.1091: 18 completions
6. Physical Education Teaching and Coaching: 15 completions
7. Business Administration and Management, General: 14 completions
8. Health Services Administration: 12 completions
9. Sport and Fitness Administration/Management: 9 completions
Most popular programs at University of Rio Grande.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Rio Grande graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Rio Grande from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 41.8%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $6,655
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $6,201
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Rio Grande is a private non-profit institution located in Rio Grande, OH, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Medical Schools and Centers. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, General Studies, Business/Commerce, General. Enrollment is approximately 1,400 students. Student body composition includes White (63.1%), Race/ethnicity unknown (19.6%), Non-Resident Alien (10.8%). The 150%-time completion rate is 36.02%. Approximately 33.63% of students receive Pell Grants. About 52.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Medical Schools and Centers
Location
Rio Grande, OH 45674
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 36.02% graduation rate at University of Rio Grande falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Rio Grande located?
University of Rio Grande is located in Rio Grande, OH.
How much does University of Rio Grande cost?
Reported tuition is $20,560 and average net price is $23,686 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $10,500 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Rio Grande?
University of Rio Grande reports undergraduate enrollment of about 2,298 students, White (63.1%), Race/ethnicity unknown (19.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Rio Grande?
About 52.4% of students at University of Rio Grande are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of University of Rio Grande earn?
Median earnings are $34,323 six years after entry and $41,478 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Rio Grande?
The 150%-time completion rate is 36.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Rio Grande students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $17,750.
Is University of Rio Grande public or private?
University of Rio Grande is a private nonprofit institution located in Rio Grande, OH.
Is University of Rio Grande an HBCU?
No. University of Rio Grande is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Rio Grande a tribal college?
No. University of Rio Grande is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is University of Rio Grande a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, University of Rio Grande does not meet that proxy (reported share 1.1%).
Is University of Rio Grande religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for University of Rio Grande 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
- 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.