C
Average
Score: 52/100
Overall (traditional)
F
Outcome Rating
23/100 · earnings-weighted

Ohio Christian University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Circleville, Ohio 43113
Ohio Christian University campus, Circleville, OH
Ohio Christian University campus, Circleville, OH. Photo: Aesopposea, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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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 (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 36%
Outcomes
C
53/100
Affordability
F
30/100
Resources
B
70/100
Experience
B
73/100
Prestige
C
41/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

1,483
Total Enrollment
36%
Graduation Rate
50%
Retention Rate
11.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
40%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Ohio Christian University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$39,813
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$34,457
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$29,579
Median debt at graduation
33.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
33.7%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 74% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 10th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (OH wage index 0.88). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Ohio Christian University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing—$79,453-11%#743 of 966#615—
Business Administration, Management and Operations$46,452$58,293-15%#854 of 1176#744$25,975
Homeland Security—$53,626-24%#31 of 33#30—
Criminal Justice and Corrections—$53,480-3%#381 of 660#284—
Religion/Religious Studies$31,410$46,350+12%#25 of 45#21$30,625
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness—$44,701-18%#550 of 610#518—
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities—$43,805-17%#399 of 476#383$20,000
Psychology—$42,140-17%#917 of 1027#863$24,750
Human Services—$41,533-15%#79 of 94#75$29,795
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions—$40,901-22%#46 of 50#45—
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods—$40,291-15%#636 of 680#624—

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Ohio Christian University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $290,326
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,194/mo — vs ~$515/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 43115 (4.5% cap, Clarksburg)

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🏆 Where Ohio Christian University Ranks

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

#9
Christian Studies
of 9 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $16,640 $16,640
Room $4,636
Board $4,976
Total Cost (On-Campus) $36,862 $36,862

Financial Aid

97%
Receive Any Aid
41%
Receive Pell Grants
72%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

1,483
Total Students
56%
Women
40%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 70%
Hispanic 4%
Black 17%
Asian 2%
Two or More 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 39%
Fully Online 61%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 40%
25-64 (Adult) 30%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Ohio Christian University?
Ohio Christian University has an acceptance rate of 40%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend Ohio Christian University?
Tuition at Ohio Christian University is $16,640 for in-state students and $16,640 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Ohio Christian University?
The graduation rate at Ohio Christian University is 36%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Ohio Christian University a good school?
Ohio Christian University has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Ohio Christian University?
Ohio Christian University has a total enrollment of 1,483 students.

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