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Cheapest Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences Colleges in Ohio

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

Ohio University's regional campuses create unusual value in health services education, with net costs ranging from just $4,503 at the Eastern campus to $6,483 at Chillicothe. These five campuses offer the same degree program at dramatically different graduation rates, from 12.1% to 20%. Private colleges like Mercy College of Ohio command higher prices but deliver stronger outcomes, with graduates earning $50,439 annually and a 44.6% graduation rate. Ohio's healthcare sector, anchored by Cleveland Clinic and Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, provides abundant opportunities for health services graduates across the state's major metropolitan areas.
18
Programs
$4,503 – $31,236
Net Price Range
$35,323
Avg. Program Earnings
48.5%
Avg. Graduation Rate

18 Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $4,503 $6,178 20.0%
2 $5,328 $6,178 19.3%
3 $5,971 $6,178 17.7%
4 $6,133 $6,178 13.7%
5 $6,483 $6,178 12.1%
6 $15,709 $18,950 44.6% 46.2%
7 $16,135 $36,650 54.7% 54.4%
8 $18,292 $12,859 87.7% 52.7%
9 $18,372 $38,974 58.1% 82.9%
10 $19,476 $34,370 47.9% 52.4%
11 $20,204 $31,440 52.7% 86.4%
12 $20,413 $13,746 66.4% 86.5%
13 $20,918 $14,081 62.8% 78.7%
14 $21,662 $33,628 49.8% 71.4%
15 $21,812 $35,524 63.6% 85.3%
16 $21,873 $19,854 51.9% 55.1%
17 $22,140 $34,899 68.9% 83.7%
18 $31,236 $47,600 81.5% 74.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the massive cost differences between Ohio University campuses offering the same health services program?

All five Ohio University regional campuses charge identical $6,178 in-state tuition, but net costs vary by over $1,900 due to different financial aid packages. The Eastern campus offers the lowest net cost at $4,503, while Chillicothe costs $6,483 after aid. These differences reflect varying student financial need and campus-specific scholarship availability.

How do graduation rates correlate with costs across Ohio's health services programs?

Higher-priced programs generally produce better graduation outcomes in Ohio. Mercy College of Ohio charges $15,709 net but achieves a 44.6% graduation rate, while Ohio University's cheapest campus graduates only 12.1% of students. Ohio State's main campus demonstrates this pattern most clearly, with an $18,292 net cost producing an 87.7% graduation rate.

Does choosing a cheaper Ohio health services program affect earning potential?

Limited earnings data shows significant variation among Ohio health services graduates. Mercy College graduates earn $50,439 annually, nearly double Heidelberg University's $26,739 despite similar program costs. Bowling Green graduates fall in the middle at $30,119, suggesting program quality and location matter more than initial cost for long-term earnings.

Where do Ohio health services graduates find the best employment opportunities?

Ohio's major healthcare employers include Cleveland Clinic, Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, and numerous regional hospital systems throughout the state. Columbus and Cleveland offer the highest concentration of healthcare jobs, while smaller cities like Toledo and Dayton provide additional opportunities. Manufacturing companies like Honda also employ health services professionals for occupational health roles.

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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.