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Ohio Christian University

OCU

Circleville, Ohio 43113-9487

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Small & IntimateRuralPrivateBusiness Focus

Known for business — close-knit campus

Ohio Christian University is a private rural institution in Circleville, Ohio. The school is accessible to a wide range of students, with an average SAT of 910.

A small campus of 816 undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.

36% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $39,813 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $21,607.

Established
1947
Motto
Follow Christ, Lead the Way
Type
Private university
Division
Division I

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40%Acceptance
910SAT Avg
816Students
11:1Student:Faculty
36%Grad Rate
$39,813Earnings 10yr
$21,607Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Ohio Christian University Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate39.9%

ACT Score Range

Composite
1517

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

39.9%

Trend

SAT Avg

910

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$23,700
Room & Board$9,612
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$33,472
Average Net Price$21,607
Median Debt at Graduation$29,579
Monthly Payment (10yr)$314

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$23,321
$30–48K$15,917
$48–75K$20,820
$75–110K$21,604
$110K+$22,399

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

55.4%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$21,250

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

5

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

1

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

2

Drug Arrests

1

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (53)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

51%

Negative
  • •51% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
816
Gender Split
56% / 44%
Women / Men
First Generation
55%
Pell Grant Recipients
34%

Race & Ethnicity

White 67%
Black 18%
Hispanic 4%
Asian 1%
Two+ 3%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate35.7%
Freshman Retention50.5%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$34,457
10 Years$39,813

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#148
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History & Fun Facts

  • •In 2006, the college changed its name to Ohio Christian University and received regional accreditation.
  • •The university was granted an exception to Title IX in 2016 which allows it to legally discriminate against LGBT students for religious reasons.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

CMH Columbus27 mi
CVG Cincinnati102 mi
CLE Cleveland136 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA646 mi · ~18h 40m drive
New York, NY476 mi · ~13h 45m drive
Hartford, CT556 mi · ~16h 4m drive
Providence, RI620 mi · ~17h 55m drive
Albany, NY520 mi · ~15h 1m drive
Syracuse, NY423 mi · ~12h 13m drive
Rochester, NY368 mi · ~10h 38m drive
Buffalo, NY308 mi · ~8h 54m drive
Philadelphia, PA411 mi · ~11h 52m drive
Pittsburgh, PA164 mi · ~4h 44m drive
Harrisburg, PA322 mi · ~9h 18m drive
Newark, NJ467 mi · ~13h 29m drive
Washington, DC318 mi · ~9h 11m drive
Baltimore, MD336 mi · ~9h 42m drive
Atlanta, GA413 mi · ~11h 56m drive
Charlotte, NC323 mi · ~9h 20m drive
Raleigh, NC353 mi · ~10h 12m drive
Miami, FL970 mi · ~28h 1m drive
Orlando, FL770 mi · ~22h 15m drive
Tampa, FL806 mi · ~23h 17m drive
Nashville, TN319 mi · ~9h 13m drive
New Orleans, LA781 mi · ~22h 34m drive
Richmond, VA328 mi · ~9h 29m drive
Chicago, IL293 mi · ~8h 28m drive
Detroit, MI188 mi · ~5h 26m drive
Minneapolis, MN646 mi · ~18h 40m drive
St. Louis, MO397 mi · ~11h 28m drive
Kansas City, MO624 mi · ~18h 2m drive
Indianapolis, IN173 mi · ~5h drive
Columbus, OH25 mi · ~43 min drive
Cleveland, OH145 mi · ~4h 11m drive
Milwaukee, WI351 mi · ~10h 8m drive
Dallas, TX906 mi · ~26h 10m drive
Houston, TX980 mi · ~28h 19m drive
Austin, TX1057 mi · ~30h 32m drive
San Antonio, TX1130 mi · ~32h 39m drive
Los Angeles, CA1979 mi · ~57h 10m drive
San Francisco, CA2118 mi · ~61h 11m drive
San Diego, CA1957 mi · ~56h 32m drive
Seattle, WA2024 mi · ~58h 28m drive
Portland, OR2043 mi · ~59h 1m drive
Denver, CO1172 mi · ~33h 51m drive
Phoenix, AZ1666 mi · ~48h 8m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1525 mi · ~44h 3m drive
Honolulu, HI4511 mi · ~130h 19m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Columbus (CMH)27 miles
Rental car
41 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
54 min$32-54
Cincinnati (CVG)102 miles
Rental car
153 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
204 min$122-204

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