Ohio University-Zanesville Campus

1425 Newark Rd
Zanesville, OH 43701
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings
  • 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-Zanesville Campus serves 2,097 students (29% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 29%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 2,097 students
  • In-state tuition: $5,076
  • Out-state tuition: $9,612
  • Student:teacher ratio: 25:1
  • Minority enrollment: 14%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Ohio University-Zanesville Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 83 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Ohio University-Zanesville 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
83 staff
93 staff
This chart displays total faculty of Ohio University-Zanesville Campus and community college average number of faculty in Ohio by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Student Body

The student population of Ohio University-Zanesville Campus has grown by 14% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 has increased from 22:1 over five years.
The Ohio University-Zanesville Campus diversity score of 0.26 is less than the state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has grown by 8% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,097 students
1,337 students
This chart displays the total enrollment of Ohio University-Zanesville Campus and community college average number of enrollment of Ohio by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
This chart displays the student staff ratio of Ohio University-Zanesville Campus and community college average student staff ratio of Ohio by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
# Full-Time Students
603 students
555 students
This chart displays the total number of Full-time students enrollment of Ohio University-Zanesville Campus and average number of community college Full-time students enrollment of Ohio by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
# Part-Time Students
1,494 students
782 students
This chart displays the total number of Part-time students enrollment of Ohio University-Zanesville Campus and average number of community college Part-time students enrollment of Ohio by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Ohio University-Zanesville Campus.
This chart displays community college average Full-Time students and Part-Time students enrollment breakdown of Ohio.
# Enrollment Undergraduate
973 students
239 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
603 students
555 students
This chart displays the total number of Full-time undergraduate students enrollment of Ohio University-Zanesville Campus and average number of community college Full-time undergraduate  students enrollment of Ohio by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
8 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,494 students
1,124 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
6 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
425 students
% Asian
1%
2%
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% Hispanic
1%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Ohio University-Zanesville Campus and the percentage of Hispanic community college students in Ohio by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Black
2%
12%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Ohio University-Zanesville Campus and the percentage of Black community college students in Ohio by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% White
86%
71%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Ohio University-Zanesville Campus and the percentage of White community college students in Ohio by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Two or more races
5%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of Two or more races students in Ohio University-Zanesville Campus and the percentage of Two or more races community college students in Ohio by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
This chart displays the percentage of Non Resident students in Ohio University-Zanesville Campus and the percentage of Non Resident community college students in Ohio by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Unknown races
3%
6%
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Ohio University-Zanesville Campus.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Ohio.
Diversity Score
0.26
0.47
This chart displays the diversity score of Ohio University-Zanesville Campus and the community college average diversity score of Ohio by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
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)
1.92%
1.83%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$43,700
$31,900
This chart displays average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Ohio University-Zanesville Campus and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Ohio by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $5,076 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 $9,612 is less than the state average of $10,942. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,076
$5,375
This chart displays tuition fees for an in-state student of Ohio University-Zanesville Campus and the public community college average tuition fees for an in-state student of Ohio by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,612
$10,942
This chart displays tuition fees for an out-of-state student of Ohio University-Zanesville Campus and the public community college average tuition fees for an out-of-state student of Ohio by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
85%
89%
This chart displays the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in Ohio University-Zanesville Campus and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in Ohio by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Median Debt for Graduates
$20,629
$18,625
This chart displays median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Ohio University-Zanesville Campus and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in Ohio by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,333
$6,500
This chart displays median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Ohio University-Zanesville Campus and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Ohio by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
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

  • In 1946, Ohio University-Zanesville began a tradition of providing the education of a major research university, while maintaining the individualized attention associated with a small, liberal arts college. Ohio University-Zanesville serves commuter students who seek associate, bachelor's or master's degrees, community education, or business and industry training. Our students join us right out of high school, from years of working on the job, or from other colleges, universities or technical schools. With a small, friendly staff and more than 50 accessible faculty, Ohio University-Zanesville provides a high quality educational experience complete with academic advising, tutoring, and specialized testing services. Our facilities feature state-of-the-art wireless internet access, a cafeteria, a coffee cafĂ©, bookstore, a 62,000 volume library with vast electronic databases and resources, a fitness center and the Collegial Woods walking trails. Ohio University-Zanesville offers flexibly scheduled classes in Zanesville and Cambridge . Combine this flexibility with student groups such as Alpha Phi Omega, Student Senate; intramural sports; and cultural activities to round out your university experience. OUZ is here in your community to meet your family's educational needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Ohio University-Zanesville Campus cost?
Ohio University-Zanesville Campus's tuition is approximately $5,076 for In-State students and $9,612 for Out-State students.
What is Ohio University-Zanesville Campus's ranking?
Ohio University-Zanesville Campus ranks among the top 20% of community college in Ohio for: Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation).

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 2,097 students
  • In-state tuition: $5,076
  • Out-state tuition: $9,612
  • Student:teacher ratio: 25:1
  • Minority enrollment: 14%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

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.

The average community college acceptance rate in Ohio is 74%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Ohio community colleges have a diversity score of 0.47, which is lower than the national average of 0.71. The most diverse community college in Ohio is Davis College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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