- 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 2,525 students (93% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is lower than the state community college average of 31:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 38%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 2,525 students
- Private-state tuition: $9,725
- Student-teacher ratio: 25:1
- Minority enrollment: 20%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
University of Northwestern Ohio ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 102 teachers has declined by 71% over five years.
University of Northwestern Ohio
(OH) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Year Founded
1920
Campus Size
200 acres
Total Faculty
102 staff
24 staff
Student Body
The student population of University of Northwestern Ohio has declined by 16% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 has increased from 9:1 over five years.
The University of Northwestern Ohio diversity score of 0.35 is less than the state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has declined by 31% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,525 students
612 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
31:1
# Full-Time Students
2,346 students
342 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
179 students
270 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
2,327 students
565 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,327 students
342 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Full-Time Graduate Students
19 students
16 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
1%
3%
% Hispanic
6%
6%
% Black
5%
16%
% White
80%
62%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Non Resident races
4%
1%
% Unknown races
3%
8%
Diversity Score
0.35
0.58
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
59%
23%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$37,300
$31,700
Tuition & Financial Aid
The private state tuition of $9,725 is less than the state average of $13,751. The private state tuition has declined by 15% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$9,725
$13,751
Tuition Notes
one of the most affordable private, not-for-profit universities in Ohio.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
91%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$19,125
$18,562
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,667
$6,516
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
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.
What is University of Northwestern Ohio's ranking?
University of Northwestern Ohio ranks among the top 20% of community college in Ohio for: Largest student body.
School Calendar
View the University of Northwestern Ohio yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day of Classes (Fall Quarter)
November 20, 2026 (Friday)
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