Athens, OH

Ohio University-Main Campus

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Ohio University-Main Campus is a four-year, public school located in Athens, OH.
It is a R1 university with very high research activities.
Ohio University-Main Campus is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

85% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 27,486 applied, 23,360 accepted, and 4,489 enrolled in Ohio University-Main Campus.
1,788 men and 2,701 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.

1,190 SAT, 25 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,190 and ACT score is 25. The SAT score of 1190 is good, 67 to 74 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total109011901290
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing550600650
Math540590640
ACT Score
Composite222528
Math202427
English212427

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 undergraduate tuition & fees are $14,158 for Ohio residents and $24,838 for others.
The graduate tuition & fees are $9,720 for Ohio residents and $17,712 for others.
Tuition has increased by 3.00% compared to last year at Ohio University-Main Campus.

Financial Aid

11,897 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $8,901.
For freshmen, 4,324 students (97%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $8,616.

Student Population

A total of 26,323 students enrolled Ohio University-Main Campus in 2025.
By gender, 10,170 men and 16,153 women students are enrolled.
There are 20,444 undergraduate and 5,879 graduate students.

452 Major Programs

  • 47 programs through online
  • 160 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Associate
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Ohio University-Main Campus is 65% and the transfer-out rate is 20%.
The retention rate is 84% for full-time and 84% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
65%
Transfer-out Rate
20%
Retention Rate
84%
Students to Faculty Ratio
18 to 1

Facutly & Staffs

A total of 1,288 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Ohio University-Main Campus and the average faculty salary is $88,727. The studetns to faculty ratio is 18 to 1.
There are 3,974 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $66,901.
Number of Faculties
1,288
Average Faculty Salary
$88,727
Number of Staffs
3,974
Average Staff Salary
$66,901

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries

Athletics

Ohio University-Main Campus is a member of Mid-American Conference (MAC).