Ohio University
Founded 1804
President Lori Stewart Gonzalez (President)
Fees USD 12,192
Acceptance Rate Moderate (50–75%)
Campus Setting Suburban
Ohio University (OU) is a public research university founded in 1804 in Athens, Ohio — the oldest university in Ohio and the first university chartered in the Northwest Territory. Enrolling 23,000 students in the quintessential college town of Athens, OU is known for its nationally recognized E.W. Scripps School of Journalism, Copeland School of Business, health sciences, and engineering programs.
Colleges
- E.W. Scripps School of Journalism — Top-10 journalism school; Scripps legacy program
- Copeland School of Business — AACSB-accredited business programs
- Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine — Leading DO program in Ohio
- Russ College of Engineering — ABET-accredited engineering
- College of Health Sciences and Professions — PT, nursing, and allied health
How to Apply
- Application: Common App | Acceptance Rate: ~77% | In-State Tuition: ~$12,192
