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    Top Colleges in Ohio

    Gabriel Jimenez-Ekman Written by Gabriel Jimenez-Ekman
    Gabriel Jimenez-Ekman

    Gabriel Jimenez-Ekman is the Director of Content at Scholarships360. He has written over 300 articles on college admissions, financial aid, and scholarships, in addition to spearheading research projects for Scholarships360's Top Colleges resource. Gabriel graduated from Kenyon College with a degree in sociology.

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    Updated: June 6th, 2024

    When it comes to higher education, Ohio is a hidden treasure in the Midwest. Every year, students from all over the country enroll at Ohio universities. With esteemed institutions like Ohio State University and Case Western Reserve University, there is an option for everybody. Explore the list below to find the perfect school for you in the Buckeye State.

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    The College of Wooster

    Wooster, OH • Private, Non-Profit, Town

    The College of Wooster is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in Wooster, Ohio. There are currently 1,960 undergraduates at Wooster and the school’s acceptance rate is 56%. The tuition…Read More

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    56% acceptance
    74% graduation rate
    1,960 undergrads
    $24,995 net price
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    Oberlin College

    Oberlin, OH • Private, Non-Profit, Town

    Located in Oberlin, Ohio, Oberlin College is renowned for its Conservatory of Music, one of the oldest and most prestigious music schools in the country. The college is also known…Read More

    Located in Oberlin, Ohio, Oberlin College is renowned for its…Read More

    35% acceptance
    83% graduation rate
    2,986 undergrads
    $37,377 net price

    Ohio Wesleyan University

    Delaware, OH • Private, Non-Profit, Suburb

    Ohio Wesleyan University is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in Delaware, Ohio. There are currently 1,401 undergraduates at OWU and the school’s acceptance rate is 52%. The tuition at…Read More

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    52% acceptance
    66% graduation rate
    1,401 undergrads
    $25,814 net price

    Muskingum University

    New Concord, OH • Private, Non-Profit, Town

    Muskingum University is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in New Concord, Ohio. There are currently 1,436 undergraduates at Muskingum and the school’s acceptance rate is 81%. The tuition at…Read More

    Muskingum University is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in…Read More

    81% acceptance
    56% graduation rate
    1,436 undergrads
    $19,930 net price
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    Ohio State University

    Columbus, OH • Public, City

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    Ohio State University is a public 4-year college located in Columbus, Ohio. There are currently 44,617 undergraduates at Ohio State and the school’s acceptance rate is 51%. The tuition at…Read More

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    51% acceptance
    88% graduation rate
    44,617 undergrads
    $18,292 net price
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    Ohio Northern University

    Ada, OH • Private, Non-Profit, Town

    Ohio Northern University is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in Ada, Ohio. There are currently 2,386 undergraduates at ONU and the school’s acceptance rate is 73%. The tuition at…Read More

    Ohio Northern University is a private, non-profit 4-year college located…Read More

    73% acceptance
    74% graduation rate
    2,386 undergrads
    $25,727 net price
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    University of Dayton

    Dayton, OH • Private, Non-Profit, City

    University of Dayton is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in Dayton, Ohio. There are currently 8,099 undergraduates at Dayton and the school’s acceptance rate is 62%. The tuition at…Read More

    University of Dayton is a private, non-profit 4-year college located…Read More

    62% acceptance
    82% graduation rate
    8,099 undergrads
    $31,236 net price
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    Case Western Reserve University

    Cleveland, OH • Private, Non-Profit, City

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    Case Western Reserve University is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in Cleveland, Ohio. There are currently 6,108 undergraduates at Case Western and the school’s acceptance rate is 29%. The…Read More

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    29% acceptance
    87% graduation rate
    6,108 undergrads
    $38,909 net price
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    Miami University-Oxford

    Oxford, OH • Public, Town

    Miami University, located in Oxford, Ohio, is a public research university known for its strong emphasis on undergraduate teaching and vibrant campus life. The university is home to the Western…Read More

    Miami University, located in Oxford, Ohio, is a public research…Read More

    82% acceptance
    82% graduation rate
    16,361 undergrads
    $27,662 net price

    Antioch College

    Yellow Springs, OH • Private, Non-Profit, Town

    Antioch College, located in Yellow Springs, Ohio, is a private liberal arts college known for its innovative cooperative education program. The college emphasizes hands-on learning and social justice, offering students…Read More

    Antioch College, located in Yellow Springs, Ohio, is a private…Read More

    83% acceptance
    25% graduation rate
    127 undergrads
    $17,275 net price
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    Kenyon College

    Gambier, OH • Private, Non-Profit, Rural

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    Kenyon College, located in Gambier, Ohio, is known for its strong liberal arts education and picturesque campus. The college is renowned for its English and literary programs, with a strong…Read More

    Kenyon College, located in Gambier, Ohio, is known for its…Read More

    31% acceptance
    87% graduation rate
    1,753 undergrads
    $29,383 net price
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    Franciscan University of Steubenville

    Steubenville, OH • Private, Non-Profit, City

    Franciscan University of Steubenville is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in Steubenville, Ohio. There are currently 2,775 undergraduates at Franciscan and the school’s acceptance rate is 72%. The tuition…Read More

    Franciscan University of Steubenville is a private, non-profit 4-year college…Read More

    72% acceptance
    77% graduation rate
    2,775 undergrads
    $23,987 net price
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    Walsh University

    North Canton, OH • Private, Non-Profit, Suburb

    Walsh University is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in North Canton, Ohio. There are currently 1,294 undergraduates at Walsh and the school’s acceptance rate is 78%. The tuition at…Read More

    Walsh University is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in…Read More

    78% acceptance
    62% graduation rate
    1,294 undergrads
    $20,004 net price
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    Denison University

    Granville, OH • Private, Non-Profit, Suburb

    Denison University, located in Granville, Ohio, is a liberal arts college known for its beautiful campus and strong sense of community. Denison offers a wide range of academic programs, including…Read More

    Denison University, located in Granville, Ohio, is a liberal arts…Read More

    17% acceptance
    80% graduation rate
    2,398 undergrads
    $38,111 net price
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    Cedarville University

    Cedarville, OH • Private, Non-Profit, Rural

    Cedarville University is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in Cedarville, Ohio. There are currently 3,815 undergraduates at Bluffton and the school’s acceptance rate is 63%. The tuition at Bluffton…Read More

    Cedarville University is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in…Read More

    63% acceptance
    74% graduation rate
    3,815 undergrads
    $25,022 net price
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    University of Cincinnati

    Cincinnati, OH • Public, City

    University of Cincinnati is a public 4-year college located in Cincinnati, Ohio. There are currently 29,094 undergraduates at UC and the school’s acceptance rate is 88%. The tuition at UC…Read More

    University of Cincinnati is a public 4-year college located in…Read More

    88% acceptance
    72% graduation rate
    29,094 undergrads
    $23,156 net price
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    Xavier University

    Cincinnati, OH • Private, Non-Profit, City

    Xavier University is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in Cincinnati, Ohio. There are currently 4,723 undergraduates at Xavier and the school’s acceptance rate is 88%. The tuition at Xavier…Read More

    Xavier University is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in…Read More

    88% acceptance
    71% graduation rate
    4,723 undergrads
    $32,342 net price
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    Ohio University

    Athens, OH • Public, Town

    Ohio University is a public 4-year college located in Athens, Ohio. There are currently 18,456 undergraduates at Ohio University Athens and the school’s acceptance rate is 85%. The tuition at…Read More

    Ohio University is a public 4-year college located in Athens,…Read More

    85% acceptance
    66% graduation rate
    18,456 undergrads
    $20,413 net price
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    Ashland University

    Ashland, OH • Private, Non-Profit, Town

    Ashland University is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in Ashland, Ohio. There are currently 2,250 undergraduates at Ashland and the school’s acceptance rate is 81%. The tuition at Ashland…Read More

    Ashland University is a private, non-profit 4-year college located in…Read More

    81% acceptance
    61% graduation rate
    2,250 undergrads
    $21,994 net price
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    Kent State University at Kent

    Kent, OH • Public, Suburb

    Kent State University at Kent is a public 4-year college located in Kent, Ohio. There are currently 19,134 undergraduates at Kent State and the school’s acceptance rate is 87%. The…Read More

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    87% acceptance
    65% graduation rate
    19,134 undergrads
    $19,614 net price
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    About the Data

    We sort colleges on our lists according to their Scholarships360 Top Colleges Index Score. This score is calculated using up-to-date information taken directly from the College Scorecard. Additional information is sourced from the colleges themselves, as well as other publicly available information. If you see an error, feel free to contact us.

    State Grants in Ohio

    Most states offer their own state-wide grants to help residents obtain an affordable education. Here are some of the most prominent state-wide grants in Ohio:

    Ohio College Opportunity Grant (OCOG)

    OCOG is a need-based grant for Ohio students with very high demonstrated need. Recipients can use the fund at Ohio institutions, whether they are public, private non-profit, or private for-profit. The amount varies depending on financial need, enrollment status, and the type of institution.

    Choose Ohio First Scholarship Program

    Choose Ohio First is a program to incentivize Ohio students studying STEM to pursue their education in-state. Students can use the funds for both undergraduate and select graduate programs.

    Ohio Tuition Reciprocity Agreements

    Although Ohio is not a member of any general tuition reciprocity agreement, many Ohio schools have struck up agreements with neighboring states. Check out Ohio’s official website for a list of all these schools and the corresponding states.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What is the hardest Ohio college to get into?

    Denison was the Ohio college with the lowest acceptance rate in 2023, with a 28% acceptance rate. Even if the admission rate may seem intimidating, don’t let a low number deter you from applying. Remember, your application can always catch an admissions officer’s eye, and everyone should apply to at least a couple of reach schools!

    Why should I study in Ohio?

    Ohio is known as a hidden gem when it comes to higher education in the Midwest. The state is home to many renowned institutions, whether you’re looking at a public school like OSU or a liberal arts institution like Oberlin. Ohio also has several cities with large industries, which offer opportunities for internships and jobs for students. Finally, Ohio has a lower cost of living than many other states with strong educational institutions. So, students can receive a quality education without spending as much as they may elsewhere.

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