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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 29%.
Quick Stats (2024)
Enrollment: 2,516 students
In-state tuition: $5,060
Out-state tuition: $9,596
Student:teacher ratio: 28:1
Minority enrollment: 10%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of Ohio University-Lancaster Campus has stayed relatively flat 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 0.19 is less than the state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has declined by 30% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,516 students
1,337 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
719 students
555 students
# Part-Time Students
1,797 students
782 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
123 students
239 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
719 students
555 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
8 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,797 students
1,124 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
6 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
425 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
3%
5%
% Black
1%
12%
% White
90%
71%
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
1%
6%
Diversity Score
0.19
0.47
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
32%
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 less than the state average of $5,375. 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 $10,942. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,060
$5,375
Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,596
$10,942
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
80%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$20,629
$18,625
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.
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Quick Stats (2024)
Enrollment: 2,516 students
In-state tuition: $5,060
Out-state tuition: $9,596
Student:teacher ratio: 28:1
Minority enrollment: 10%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
For Ohio public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $5,375 per year for in-state students and $10,942 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,989 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
