Cheapest Education Colleges in Ohio

Ohio education programs span a remarkable cost spectrum from Shawnee State University's $15,389 net price to University of Dayton's $31,236. This price gap reflects different institutional models serving future educators across the state. Franklin University stands out with its $9,577 in-state tuition, targeting working professionals in Columbus. Ohio's education sector benefits from major healthcare employers like Cleveland Clinic and Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, creating opportunities for educational roles beyond traditional K-12 teaching in training and development positions.

Programs

$15,389 – $31,236

Net Price Range

$27,396

Avg. Program Earnings

55.8%

Avg. Graduation Rate

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Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Shawnee State University Portsmouth, Ohio	$15,389	$9,622	43.0%
2	Wittenberg University Springfield, Ohio	$19,470	$44,602	53.8%	93.9%
3	Walsh University North Canton, Ohio	$20,004	$34,595	61.7%	72.5%
4	Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green, Ohio	$20,918	$14,081	62.8%	78.7%
5	Heidelberg University Tiffin, Ohio	$21,662	$33,628	49.8%	71.4%
6	Mount Vernon Nazarene University Mount Vernon, Ohio	$21,812	$35,524	63.6%	85.3%
7	Franklin University Columbus, Ohio	$22,605	$9,577	30.3%
8	University of Dayton Dayton, Ohio	$31,236	$47,600	81.5%	74.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Franklin University unique among Ohio education programs?

Franklin University charges just $9,577 for in-state tuition while maintaining a $22,605 net price. The university operates with a 30.30% graduation rate, reflecting its focus on adult learners and working professionals who often attend part-time.

How do graduation rates vary across affordable Ohio education programs?

University of Dayton leads with an 81.50% graduation rate despite its higher $31,236 net cost. Mount Vernon Nazarene achieves 63.60% completion at $21,812, while Shawnee State maintains 43.00% at the lowest price point of $15,389.

Does program type affect admission difficulty in Ohio education schools?

Wittenberg University accepts 93.93% of applicants with a $19,470 net price, making it highly accessible. Mount Vernon Nazarene follows with 85.33% acceptance, while Walsh University maintains more selective 72.51% admission rates.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.