- Ohio University-lancaster branch is one of five Regional Campuses of Ohio University serving southeastern Ohio and the neighboring communities of West Virginia and Pennsylvania. Ohio University was established in 1804 as the first university in the state of Ohio and the Northwest Territory.
School Highlights
Ohio University-Lancaster Campus serves 2,516 students (29% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the state average of 28%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 2,516 students
- In-state tuition: $5,060
- Out-state tuition: $9,596
- Student:teacher ratio: 28:1
- Minority enrollment: 8%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Ohio University-Lancaster Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Earnings
School Overview
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 20% over five years.
Ohio University-Lancaster Campus
(OH) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
89 staff
91 staff

School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Ohio University-Lancaster Campus has grown by 55% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Ohio University-Lancaster Campus diversity score of 0.15 is less than the state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has declined by 42% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,516 students
1,320 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
17:1

# Full-Time Students
719 students
552 students

# Part-Time Students
1,797 students
768 students



# Enrollment Undergraduate
123 students
239 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
719 students
552 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
8 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,797 students
782 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
3 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
299 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
1%
2%

% Hispanic
3%
5%

% Black
1%
12%

% White
92%
72%

% Two or more races
2%
3%

% Non Resident races
1%
1%

% Unknown races
1%
5%


Diversity Score
0.15
0.46

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
31%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
2.83%
1.83%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$43,700
$31,900

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $5,060 is more than the state average of $4,876. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $9,596 is less than the state average of $11,127. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,060
$4,876

Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,596
$11,127

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
80%
89%

Median Debt for Graduates
$20,629
$18,500

Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,333
$6,500

Acceptance Rate
n/a
73%
SAT Reading
n/a
460
SAT Math
n/a
475
SAT Writing
n/a
465
ACT Composite
n/a
21
ACT English
n/a
20
ACT Math
n/a
20
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Fifty years ago Ohio University extended courses and services to Lancaster and Fairfield County. Now the Lancaster Campus serves over 1700 students annually who are seeking associate's, bachelor's, or master's degrees. Many students join us directly from high school; many return to the classroom after taking time for employment or family; some transfer from other colleges, universities, and technical schools; and still more take courses in summer or during intersession for credits toward their programs at other schools. Academic Degrees are offered in Post-Secondary education, College Tech Prep programs prepare more young adults for the evolving technology workforce, Associates - a degree awarded upon completion of a two-year program of study, Bachelors - A degree awarded upon successful completion an undergraduate course of study in the aspects of science, technology, arts or humanities and Masters - A degree awarded after one to two year's of post-graduate study. Services available to students include academic advising, career counseling and job placement, developmental courses, a Tutoring and Learning Resource Center, and state-certified child care for the children of our students. Students enjoy participating in Alpha Phi Omega, Phi Theta Kappa, L.E.A.D., intercollegiate and intramural athletics, cultural events, political activities, and discussions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Ohio University-Lancaster Campus cost?
Ohio University-Lancaster Campus's tuition is approximately $5,060 for In-State students and $9,596 for Out-State students.
What is Ohio University-Lancaster Campus's ranking?
Ohio University-Lancaster Campus ranks among the top 20% of community college in Ohio for: Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation).
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