About Ashland University
Type
Private
Not-For-Profit
4 Years
Student Population
6,627
Website
https://www.ashland.eduAccreditation
HLC
Religious Affiliation
Brethren Church
On Campus Housing
Yes
Ashland University is a private for-profit type institution which was founded in 1878. Earlier it was known as Ashland College which was later changed to Ashland University. It continues to encourage and enrich students with various academic and cultural events which helps the students to grow.
The university places great emphasis on each individual. It is a Christ-centered institution and provides a professional approach to the students to prepare them for the global workforce. Faculties and professors provide a supportive and innovative environment so that the students can explore different ideas and make them possible.
The institution promotes integrity, self-discipline, responsibility, compassion, leadership, service and good citizenship. The vision of the university is to be a nationally recognized private university where traditions of excellence are fostered.
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The total student population is 6,579 in which 4,507 are full-time and 2,072 are part-time students.
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The student to faculty ratio is 16:1.
Online Education at Ashland University
The College of Online and Adult Service provides the resources and support services for quality online programs at Ashland University.
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The university offers 34 online programs across 6 majors. It offers Associate, Bachelors, Masters, Doctorate, and Certificate levels online programs.
For more info on Tuition and Fees
Reviews
Reviews from the students say that the university provides strong academic and athletic programs. Some of the other reviews are mentioned below.
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The university has wonderful education programs and opportunities for growth.
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The faculty supports the student's views and encourages them to be better in every perspective.
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There are a lot of opportunities in athletics and sports as the university puts emphasis on sports and other recreational activities.
Rankings
Rankings by the US News
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The university is ranked between 230-301 in 'National Universities'.
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It ranked 153rd in 'Best Online Bachelor's Programs'.
Rankings by Forbes
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The university ranked 538th in 'Top Colleges'.
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It ranks 215th in 'Research Universities'.
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Ashland secured 346th rank in 'Private Colleges.'
Admissions
Application Deadline
N/A
Acceptance Rate
68%
SAT Range
975 - 1230
ACT Range
20 - 25
Application Fee
N/A
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
Accept Common App
None
Annual Cost to Attend
Net Price
$20,231
Average Annual Cost
$20,332
Books And Supplies
$912
Other Fees
$1,010
Room And Board
$9,942
Budget For Other Expenses
$2,596
Total One Year Cost
$34,792
Academics
Highest Degree Offered
Doctor's degree
Student:Faculty Ratio
16:1
Full-Time Retention Rate
78%
Part-Time Retention Rate
N/A
Academic Calendar
Semester
Research Funding per Student
N/A
Faculty Overview
Male Professors
Female Professors
Non-traditional Learning
Evening Degree Programs
Teacher Certification
Distance Education
Study Abroad
Majors
Registered Nursing, Administration,...
135 Graduates
Teacher Education and Professional...
66 Graduates
Criminal Justice and Corrections
58 Graduates
Special Education and Teaching
51 Graduates
Business Administration, Management...
30 Graduates
Psychology, General
30 Graduates
Teacher Education and Professional...
30 Graduates
Physiology, Pathology and Related S...
27 Graduates
Public Relations, Advertising, and...
21 Graduates
Finance and Financial Management Se...
20 Graduates
Biology, General
17 Graduates
Accounting and Related Services
16 Graduates
Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Se...
16 Graduates
History
16 Graduates
Business/Commerce, General
15 Graduates
Health and Physical Education/Fitne...
15 Graduates
Marketing
12 Graduates
Political Science and Government
11 Graduates
Economics
8 Graduates
Social Work
8 Graduates
Specialized Sales, Merchandising an...
8 Graduates
Hospitality Administration/Manageme...
7 Graduates
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Ot...
7 Graduates
Management Information Systems and...
6 Graduates
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervent...
5 Graduates
English Language and Literature, Ge...
5 Graduates
Management Sciences and Quantitativ...
5 Graduates
Mathematics
5 Graduates
Pharmacology and Toxicology
5 Graduates
Computer Science
4 Graduates
Design and Applied Arts
4 Graduates
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
4 Graduates
Journalism
4 Graduates
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General...
4 Graduates
Radio, Television, and Digital Comm...
4 Graduates
Religion/Religious Studies
4 Graduates
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing St...
4 Graduates
Entrepreneurial and Small Business...
3 Graduates
Music
3 Graduates
Biotechnology
2 Graduates
Fine and Studio Arts
2 Graduates
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosc...
2 Graduates
International Business
1 Graduates
Natural Resources Conservation and...
1 Graduates
Philosophy
1 Graduates
Romance Languages, Literatures, and...
1 Graduates
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Student Body
Undergraduate Students
5,020
Socio-Economic Diversity
31%
Part-time
30%
Students Gender
LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS
ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER
Race/Ethnicity
Geographic Density
Geographic Density
High
Unknown Location
Out Of State
In State
Foreign
Economic Diversity
36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Median Household Income
$64,492 per year
Campus Life
Housing
The students can reside on campus and 89% of Freshman Live On-Campus.
On Campus Housing Available
Yes
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus
No
Freshmen Live on Campus
89%
Undergrads in College Housing
N/A
Averege Housing Cost
$5,356/year
Campus Food
The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $4,586/year.
Meal Plan Available
Yes
Average Meal Plan Available
$4,586/year
Athletes
Division Sports Nickname
Eagles
School Colors
purple and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Great Lakes Intercollegiate Ath Conf
Total Male Athletes
402
Total Female Athletes
158
Intramural Sports
14
Sports Club
N/A
Sports Team (Men)
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Soccer
Swimming and Diving
Tennis
Track and Field
Wrestling
Other
Sports Team (Women)
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming and Diving
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Other
Campus Safety
24-Hour Security Patrol
Yes
Campus Emergency Phones
Yes
24-Hour Escort Safety rides
Yes
Mobile Campus Emergency Alert
Yes
After Graduation
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$34,300/year
Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation
$40,400/year
Typical Monthly Loan Payment
$241 - 280
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$12,511
Students Receiving Federal Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$4,977
Students Receiving State Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$2,958
Students Receiving Institutional Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$10,234
Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30K
$16,632
$30K - $48K
$16,035
$48K - $75K
$12,585
$75K - $110K
$10,300
> $110K
$9,814
Total Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$2,873,733
Total Non-Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$2,113,574
Financial assistance is available to the students in the form of scholarships, grants, and loans. Students who are interested to get the financial aid have to fill up the FAFSA form. Ashland University federal school code is 003012.
Federal Aid - Therse are awarded in the form of Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG), TEACH Grant, Direct PLUS Loans, Nursing Education Loan program, Federal Work-Study program and Direct Unsubsidized Loans. About 24% of students are offered the Pell Grants.
State Aid -This includes Ohio College Opportunity Grant, Ohio National Guard Tuition Grant, Pennsylvania State Grant and Ohio War Orphan Scholarship.
Institutional Aid - Ashland University Grant, Legacy Grant, Brethren Grant, Ministerial Grant, Ashbrook Scholarship, Athletic Scholarship, Honors Program Scholarship and many more are offered as institutional aid programs.
You can contact the university for more information on financial aid. Ashland University Financial Aid Office Phone Number is +1 419-289-4142.
