- 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 2,741 students (94% 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 98% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the state average of 96%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 2,741 students
- Private-state tuition: $9,725
- Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
- Minority enrollment: 98%
- 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 354 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
University of Northwestern Ohio
(OH) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
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
Private not-for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
354 staff
93 staff
Student Body
The student population of University of Northwestern Ohio has declined by 14% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has decreased from 9:1 over five years.
The University of Northwestern Ohio diversity score of 0.43 is less than the state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has declined by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,741 students
599 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
# Full-Time Students
2,563 students
329 students
# Part-Time Students
178 students
270 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
321 students
219 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,526 students
306 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
37 students
8 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
161 students
434 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
17 students
6 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
1,536 students
425 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
2%
% Asian
4%
15%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
4%
7%
% White
2%
4%
% Hawaiian
74%
64%
% Two or more races
13%
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
3%
3%
Diversity Score
0.43
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)
0.6045%
0.2667%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$37,300
$31,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $9,725 is less than the state average of $13,652. The private state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$9,725
$13,652
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
92%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$19,125
$18,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,667
$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)
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 Fall Quarter Classes
November 22, 2024 (Friday)
Last Day to Drop Classes w/ WP (Winter Quarter)
February 02, 2025 (Sunday)
Last Day of Classes (Winter Quarter)
March 14, 2025 (Friday)
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