Ohio University: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores
Ohio University admits about 85% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 1090–1290 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 21–27 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.
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Ohio University At a Glance
| Location | Athens, Ohio |
|---|---|
| Type | Public |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 19,633 |
| Acceptance Rate | 85% |
| SAT Range (Reading & Writing) | 550-650 |
| SAT Range (Math) | 540-640 |
| SAT Range (Combined, approx.) | 1090-1290 |
| Average SAT (Combined) | 1212 |
| ACT Range | 22-28 |
| Average Net Price | $20,666/yr |
| Tuition (In-State) | $14,582/yr |
| Tuition (Out-of-State) | $25,796/yr |
| 4-Year Graduation Rate | 65.1% |
| Full-Time Retention Rate | 83.9% |
| Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry | $61,938 |
| Median Debt at Completion | $20,475 |
How Ohio University Compares
Ohio University is more selective than about 36% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.
With about 19,633 students, it is larger than about 62% of the 265 schools in this list.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ohio University's acceptance rate?
Ohio University's acceptance rate is about 85%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What SAT score do you need for Ohio University?
Admitted students at Ohio University typically report a combined SAT score between 1090 and 1290 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).
Does Ohio University require the SAT?
Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check Ohio University's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.
What is the average cost of Ohio University?
The average net price reported for Ohio University is $20,666 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.