There are 140 accredited colleges and universities in Ohio. They admit an average of 69% of applicants, and the average net price after aid is $18,644 per year. Compare acceptance rates, SAT/ACT scores, and net prices — and see your personal admission chances for free.
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The most selective and highly ranked accredited universities in Ohio. Click any school for its acceptance rate, SAT/ACT scores, net price, and a free admission-chance estimate.
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Universities in Ohio with the lowest average net price after grants and scholarships (federal College Scorecard data).
| University | Location | Avg Net Price |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio University-Eastern Campus | Saint Clairsville, OH | $3,925 |
| Lorain County Community College | Elyria, OH | $3,967 |
| North Central State College | Mansfield, OH | $4,687 |
| Cincinnati State Technical and Community College | Cincinnati, OH | $4,968 |
| Allegheny Wesleyan College | Salem, OH | $5,355 |
| Rosedale Bible College | Irwin, OH | $5,377 |
| Wilberforce University | Wilberforce, OH | $5,567 |
| Ohio University-Lancaster Campus | Lancaster, OH | $5,650 |
| Ohio University-Zanesville Campus | Zanesville, OH | $5,746 |
| Ohio University-Chillicothe Campus | Chillicothe, OH | $5,755 |
| Sinclair Community College | Dayton, OH | $5,992 |
| Ohio University-Southern Campus | Ironton, OH | $5,993 |
Data from IPEDS & College Scorecard. Browse all 3,500+ universities →
There are 140 accredited colleges and universities in Ohio in Admit Coach's database, sourced from federal IPEDS data. They admit an average of 69% of applicants and cost about $18,644 per year after aid.
Case Western Reserve University is the highest nationally ranked university in Ohio. The best college depends on your major, budget, and admission chances, though. Admit Coach ranks all 140 Ohio colleges by your personal fit using your GPA and test scores, not just national reputation.
The average net price — the real cost after grants and scholarships — at colleges in Ohio is about $18,644 per year. Admit Coach shows net price by five income brackets for every school, so you see the estimate for your family's income bracket, not just the sticker price.
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