2025 Most Expensive Ohio Public Colleges

In 2025, the average tuition and fees at 12 four-year public Ohio colleges is $23,653, reflecting a 3.70% increase compared to the previous year.Among the 12 institutions analyzed, tuition rose at 11 colleges, while tuition decreased at only 1 colleges.

Ohio State University-Main Campus ranks as the most expensive public Ohio colleges, with tuition and fees reaching $40,022. Known for its prestigious academic programs and strong reputation, Ohio State University-Main Campus remains a top choice for students seeking a premium education experience.

Close behind are Miami University-Oxford at$38,965 and University of Cincinnati-Main Campus at$28,697 both consistently recognized among the Ohio Public Colleges with the Highest Tuition & Fees, offering high-quality academic programs and resources.

At these High-Cost Ohio Public Colleges, the average acceptance rate is 81.29%, and the average SAT score is 1,204, making them not only cost-effective but also accessible options for a wide range of students.

Comparison between Ohio Public Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees

Table. Ohio Public Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees Comparison
School NameUndergraduate Tuition & FeesGraduate Tuition & FeesAcceptance RateTotal PopulationSAT ScoreGraduation RateStudents to Faculty Ratio
1
-		Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OHPublic, 4-year $40,022
($13,244)
$1,657		$42,740
($13,901)
$1,513		60.57%61,4431,40088.00%16 to 1
2
-		Miami University-Oxford Oxford, OHPublic, 4-year $38,965
($17,519)
$841		$37,791
($16,751)
$1,453		75.40%18,8381,31080.00%16 to 1
3
-		University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OHPublic, 4-year $28,697
($13,363)
$457		$26,674
($14,902)
-		85.29%45,0261,26075.00%19 to 1
4
-		Ohio University-Main Campus Athens, OHPublic, 4-year $24,838
($14,158)
$724		$17,712
($9,720)
-		84.99%26,3231,19065.00%18 to 1
5
-		Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, OHPublic, 4-year $21,900
($13,912)
$522		$16,283
($10,291)
-		80.96%17,5941,11064.00%17 to 1
6
1		Kent State University at Kent Kent, OHPublic, 4-year $21,575
($12,920)
$695		$23,352
($12,483)
-		86.34%26,3741,12064.00%20 to 1
7
1		University of Toledo Toledo, OHPublic, 4-year $21,517
($12,157)
$415		$29,426
($17,605)
$573		92.02%14,3581,20057.00%18 to 1
8
2		University of Akron Main Campus Akron, OHPublic, 4-year $20,815
($13,135)
$3,576		$15,885
($10,125)
$714		59.67%13,3321,04052.00%17 to 1
9
1		Wright State University-Main Campus Dayton, OHPublic, 4-year $20,691
($10,991)
$659		$25,759
($15,771)
$1,045		96.33%10,603-42.00%16 to 1
10
1		Cleveland State University Cleveland, OHPublic, 4-year $18,502
($12,982)
$529		$21,107
($11,297)
$2,286		91.30%14,074-51.00%16 to 1
Average$25,752
($13,438)		$25,673
($13,285)		81.29%24,7971,20463.80%17 to 1