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54.4%Acceptance
$37,800Tuition
2,386Students
74%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$80,928Earnings
#5 in OhioPrivate nonprofit4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalNCAA Division IIIStudy AbroadData: 2023-24United Methodist

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$37,800
Out-of-State Tuition
$37,800
Average Net Price
$25,727
Students Receiving Financial Aid
19.0%
Room & Board (On Campus)
$13,200
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$10,278
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$52,200
Median Debt at Graduation
$27,000
Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
$286/mo
Loan Repayment Rate
84.5%
Students Taking Federal Loans
55.4%
Pell Grant Recipients
19.0%

Net Price by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education

Net price by family income bracket
Family Income Average Net Price
$0 – $30,000 $20,389
$30,001 – $48,000 $21,125
$48,001 – $75,000 $22,253
$75,001 – $110,000 $26,769
$110,001+ $29,022

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Cost Overview

Most families pay around $25,727 per year at Ohio Northern, despite the $52,200 sticker price. Lower-income families get the biggest break, with those earning under $30,000 paying just $20,389 annually. Even families earning $75,000-$110,000 pay $26,769, while the wealthiest families still get some relief at $29,022. Over four years, expect to invest roughly $103,000 to $116,000 total.

The pharmacy and engineering focus shows in the debt numbers. Graduates typically owe $27,000, translating to $286 monthly payments. That's manageable when you're earning a median $80,928 ten years out. The school's Methodist roots mean it emphasizes service alongside strong technical training. Students from Ohio families get the same tuition as out-of-state students, making this small-town university particularly attractive for in-state families seeking specialized professional programs.

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