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Ohio’s Best Value Public University
—U.S. News and World Report
Fast Facts
University News
Campus Map
About Ohio University
At Ohio University, we are proud to be ranked No. 1 in the state for value. It’s not only our all-encompassing,
fixed rate tuition and fees
, it’s also the career outcomes we generate for students by ensuring every student has a
set of experiences
that prepare them for life after graduation.
University Profile
A four-year public institution located in Athens, Ohio (in addition to 5
regional campuses
across the state)
More than 29,000 students across all campuses and online
First university in the state to offer $0 tuition/fee increase over your 4 years
A top producer of health professionals: Among the Top 10 largest Schools of Nursing in the country and Ohio’s No. 1 provider of primary care physicians
Ohio University alumni, students and faculty have won or shared in at least 60 Pulitzer Prizes.
Get to Know OHIO
OHIO Fast Facts
OHIO Locations
Colleges and Programs
Athens Ranked Best College Town in the State
Athens is a small but eclectic city located among rolling hills, flowing rivers, a national forest and more. There’s a reason green is our main color; the most beautiful nature in Ohio is right at our doorstep.
Learn About Athens, OH
OHIO Guarantee+
As the first university in the state to offer level-rate tuition, housing, dining and fees locked in for 12 consecutive semesters, we also include graduation plans that ensure on-time graduation, and offer access to alumni-only scholarships for continuing education—as well as career counseling for life.
OHIO Guarantee+
Visit OHIO
Join us for an in-person campus visit tailored to prospective freshman and transfer students. Campus visits include an information session with an admissions advisor and a walking tour featuring residence and dining halls, classroom spaces and more.
See Visit Options
Student Life
Our student life approach is rich with opportunities for you to discover new interests and talents, strengthen your leadership skills, and build a Bobcat network of friends who will support you for life.
Student Life
Athletics
Varsity
Ohio University proudly boasts 6 men's and 10 women's NCAA Division I teams, and OHIO students can attend home varsity events at no extra cost.
Varsity Sports
Intramural Sports
Thousands of our students participate in intramural sports along with faculty and staff. Choose from dozens of sport offerings, as well as special events hosted each semester.
IM Sports
Club Sports
We offer over 30 club sports — student-run organizations that have varied practice and competition schedules. Club sports compete with other universities and are members of conferences or leagues.
Club Sports
Learn More About OHIO
Leadership
History & Traditions
Accreditation
Careers at OHIO
Skip to main content
Ohio’s Best Value Public University
—U.S. News and World Report
Fast Facts
University News
Campus Map
About Ohio University
At Ohio University, we are proud to be ranked No. 1 in the state for value. It’s not only our all-encompassing,
fixed rate tuition and fees
, it’s also the career outcomes we generate for students by ensuring every student has a
set of experiences
that prepare them for life after graduation.
University Profile
A four-year public institution located in Athens, Ohio (in addition to 5
regional campuses
across the state)
More than 29,000 students across all campuses and online
First university in the state to offer $0 tuition/fee increase over your 4 years
A top producer of health professionals: Among the Top 10 largest Schools of Nursing in the country and Ohio’s No. 1 provider of primary care physicians
Ohio University alumni, students and faculty have won or shared in at least 60 Pulitzer Prizes.
Get to Know OHIO
OHIO Fast Facts
OHIO Locations
Colleges and Programs
Athens Ranked Best College Town in the State
Athens is a small but eclectic city located among rolling hills, flowing rivers, a national forest and more. There’s a reason green is our main color; the most beautiful nature in Ohio is right at our doorstep.
Learn About Athens, OH
OHIO Guarantee+
As the first university in the state to offer level-rate tuition, housing, dining and fees locked in for 12 consecutive semesters, we also include graduation plans that ensure on-time graduation, and offer access to alumni-only scholarships for continuing education—as well as career counseling for life.
OHIO Guarantee+
Visit OHIO
Join us for an in-person campus visit tailored to prospective freshman and transfer students. Campus visits include an information session with an admissions advisor and a walking tour featuring residence and dining halls, classroom spaces and more.
See Visit Options
Student Life
Our student life approach is rich with opportunities for you to discover new interests and talents, strengthen your leadership skills, and build a Bobcat network of friends who will support you for life.
Student Life
Athletics
Varsity
Ohio University proudly boasts 6 men's and 10 women's NCAA Division I teams, and OHIO students can attend home varsity events at no extra cost.
Varsity Sports
Intramural Sports
Thousands of our students participate in intramural sports along with faculty and staff. Choose from dozens of sport offerings, as well as special events hosted each semester.
IM Sports
Club Sports
We offer over 30 club sports — student-run organizations that have varied practice and competition schedules. Club sports compete with other universities and are members of conferences or leagues.
Club Sports
Learn More About OHIO
Leadership
History & Traditions
Accreditation
Careers at OHIO