- At Ohio State University-Marion Campus, we are committed to helping you make your college education affordable. We offer a variety of services and programs designed specifically to help you find ways to meet your educational expenses. Our staff is dedicated to making sure you receive your aid in a timely and efficient manner. The faculty and staff at Ohio State Marion provide programs and services to ensure the academic and personal success of all students. We are committed to creating an inclusive campus culture that educates students to live and work in an increasingly diverse world. Our strength comes from our students, faculty, staff, and the academic curriculum.
School Highlights
Ohio State University-Marion Campus serves 1,047 students (84% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority American and Black), which is equal to the state average of 96%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 1,047 students
- In-state tuition: $7,140
- Out-state tuition: $23,640
- Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
- Minority enrollment: 96%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 135 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Ohio State University-Marion Campus
(OH) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
135 staff
93 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Ohio State University-Marion Campus has declined by 17% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has decreased from 9:1 over five years.
The Ohio State University-Marion Campus diversity score of 0.41 is less than the state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has grown by 7% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,047 students
599 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
875 students
329 students
# Part-Time Students
172 students
270 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
112 students
219 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
875 students
306 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
8 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
172 students
434 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
6 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
425 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
6%
2%
% Asian
5%
15%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
5%
7%
% White
4%
4%
% Hawaiian
76%
64%
% Two or more races
3%
5%
% Unknown races
1%
3%
Diversity Score
0.41
0.56
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.5417%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.1516%
0.2667%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$48,900
$31,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $7,140 is more than the state average of $4,921. The in-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $23,640 is more than the state average of $10,849. The out-state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$7,140
$4,921
Out-State Tuition Fees
$23,640
$10,849
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
90%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$20,500
$18,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,500
$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: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Ohio State University-Marion Campus cost?
Ohio State University-Marion Campus's tuition is approximately $7,140 for In-State students and $23,640 for Out-State students.
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