- The University of Northwestern Ohio is a co-educational, residential, private institution founded in 1920. It enrolls approximately 3100 students in the Colleges of Business, Technologies, and Distance Learning.
School Highlights
University of Northwestern Ohio serves 3,009 students (93% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 28%.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Enrollment: 3,009 students
- Private-state tuition: $9,725
- Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
- Minority enrollment: 30%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 354 teachers has grown by 140% over five years.
University of Northwestern Ohio
(OH) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
Four or more years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
354 staff
91 staff
Student Body
The student population of University of Northwestern Ohio has declined by 19% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The University of Northwestern Ohio diversity score of 0.46 is equal to the state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has declined by 9% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,009 students
1,334 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
2,787 students
552 students
# Part-Time Students
222 students
782 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
321 students
240 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,745 students
555 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
42 students
8 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
199 students
1,124 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
23 students
6 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
1,536 students
200 students
% Asian
1%
2%
% Hispanic
2%
5%
% Black
3%
12%
% White
70%
72%
% Two or more races
n/a
3%
% Non Resident races
2%
1%
% Unknown races
22%
5%
Diversity Score
0.46
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)
8.57%
1.83%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$37,300
$31,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $9,725 is less than the state average of $13,993. The private state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$9,725
$13,993
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
92%
90%
Median Debt for Graduates
$19,125
$18,625
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,667
$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
- The University of Northwestern Ohio is an entrepreneurial, not-for-profit institution of higher learning, preparing students for careers and productive citizenship that encompass the business, professional, corporate and technological communities by providing quality education and training in response to the needs and aspirations of our constituents. Founded in 1920, it is a private, not-for-profit institution. The University of Northwestern Ohio is a co-educational institution authorized by the Ohio Board of Regents to grant baccalaureate degrees and associate degrees in applied business in the College of Business and associate degrees of applied science in the College of Technologies. All College of Business degrees are available via the University of Northwestern Ohio's distance learning programs. The college is accreditated by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, coupled with the certification of our College of Technologies by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does University of Northwestern Ohio cost?
University of Northwestern Ohio's private state tuition is approximately $9,725.
School Calendar
View the University of Northwestern Ohio yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day to Drop Winter Quarter Classes w/ WP
January 28, 2024 (Sunday)
Last Day of Winter Quarter Courses
March 08, 2024 (Friday)
Last Day to Drop Spring Quarter Classes w/ WP
April 28, 2024 (Sunday)
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to University of Northwestern Ohio is James A Rhodes State College (6.5 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Students
4240 Campus Dr
Lima, OH 45804
(419) 995-8320
Lima, OH 45804
(419) 995-8320
6.5 miles
| 3,324 students
4240 Campus Dr
Lima, OH 45804
(567) 242-7500
Lima, OH 45804
(567) 242-7500
6.5 miles
| 998 students
7600 Lake Campus Drive
Celina, OH 45822
(419) 586-0300
Celina, OH 45822
(419) 586-0300
24.0 miles
| 1,749 students
1973 Edison Dr
Piqua, OH 45356
(937) 778-8600
Piqua, OH 45356
(937) 778-8600
41.6 miles
| 4,202 students
22600 State Route 34
Archbold, OH 43502
(419) 267-5511
Archbold, OH 43502
(419) 267-5511
48.4 miles
| 3,736 students
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