Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003089
- Phone: (614) 253-2741
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
70.15%FINANCIAL AID RATE
99%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
11:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$21,633Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Ohio Northern University (Northern)
1216 Sunbury Road, Columbus, OH
Northern is a nonprofit private institution located in Ada, Ohio and provides a large number of program options for students. The school's United Methodist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Northern has an annual student enrollment of about 3,600.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Legal Professions And Studies
- Engineering
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the school. Students may take either the SAT or ACT exam scores to be considered for admissions at Northern. A score between 1580 - 1900 on the SAT, or 24 - 29 for the ACT is common among admitted students. Approximately 80% of all applicant were admitted at this school, with 27% of those accepted choosing to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at onu.edu.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $38,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to get a better idea of their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is estimated to be $5,500. Some students at Northern may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically provided as grants or student loans.
The mascot for Ohio Northern University is the "Polar Bears", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
- Football (NCAA Division III)
Students who wish to get more about Northern may visit their website at www.onu.edu/.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the applicants Ohio Northern University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Ohio Northern University has a total student population of about 3,000, with undergraduate students making up about 76% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- The estimated tuition range is around $33,000-$39,000 per year
- For part-time students, charges are between $1,400-$1,600 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 99% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 97% | $22,551 |
Receiving Student Loans | 73% | $12,636 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Ohio Northern University may provide student services including:- Online course work available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Employment search assistance
- Day care for children
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Law Program
- Music Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Ohio Northern University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Ohio Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Ohio Athletic Conference)
- Football (Ohio Athletic Conference)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Ohio Northern University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Biochemistry (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
- Journalism (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B)
Engineering
Engineering Technology
English Language and Literature
- Creative Writing (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
- Pharmacy (D)
- Nursing (B)
- Athletic Training (B)
- Medical Technology (B, C)
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Legal Professions and Studies
- Law (D)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
- Statistics (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (B)
- Forensic Science (B)
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B)
- Sociology (B)
Theology and Religious Vocations
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003089
- Phone: (614) 253-2741
- School Homepage