C
Average
Score: 51/100

Ashland University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Ashland, Ohio 44805
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 61%
Outcomes
B
72/100
Affordability
F
21/100
Resources
C
54/100
Experience
B
70/100
Prestige
D
35/100

Quick Stats

4,143
Total Enrollment
61%
Graduation Rate
72%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
81%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Ashland University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $235,984
  • Avg rent near campus: $924/mo — vs ~$722/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 44902 (9.5% cap, Mansfield)

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🏆 Where Ashland University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥈
American History (United States)
of 2 schools
🥉
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology, Other
of 6 schools
#29
Education/Teaching of Individuals in Early Childhood Special Education Programs
of 42 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $25,200 $25,200
Room $6,500
Board $5,460
Total Cost (On-Campus) $44,378 $44,378

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
34%
Receive Pell Grants
72%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 131 grads/yr Nursing Practice 104 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 74 grads/yr American History (United States) 54 grads/yr General Studies 50 grads/yr Education/Teaching of Individuals in Early Childhood Special Education Programs 48 grads/yr Communication, General 39 grads/yr Exercise Physiology and Kinesiology 36 grads/yr Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology, Other 35 grads/yr Curriculum and Instruction 29 grads/yr Accounting 25 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 21 grads/yr Physician Assistant 20 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 19 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 19 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 19 grads/yr Education/Teaching of Individuals with Multiple Disabilities 18 grads/yr Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other 15 grads/yr Finance, General 14 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 14 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Ashland University's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

4,143
Total Students
57%
Women
58%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 75%
Hispanic 3%
Black 10%
Asian 2%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 31%
Hybrid (Some Online) 45%
Fully Online 24%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 58%
25-64 (Adult) 24%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Ashland University?
Ashland University has an acceptance rate of 81%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Ashland University?
Tuition at Ashland University is $25,200 for in-state students and $25,200 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Ashland University?
The graduation rate at Ashland University is 61%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Ashland University a good school?
Ashland University has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Ashland University?
Ashland University has a total enrollment of 4,143 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology