D
Below Average
Score: 43/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
57/100 · earnings-weighted

Ohio State University-Lima Campus

4-Year Public
📍 Lima, Ohio 45804
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 (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 18%
Outcomes
D
42/100
Affordability
C+
61/100
Resources
C+
57/100
Experience
D
43/100
Prestige
F
13/100

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

740
Total Enrollment
18%
Graduation Rate
43%
Retention Rate
16.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$12,727
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Ohio State University-Lima Campus ▼

26% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$80,985
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,000
1-Year Change
+8.6%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$60,409
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$51,438
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$19,976
Median debt at graduation
22.7%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
29.5%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 33% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 77th 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 State University-Lima Campus

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
Business/Commerce$48,597$65,374-4%#112 of 271#92$19,748
Biology$32,356$64,324+12%#208 of 841#100$20,500
Psychology$32,276$54,182+7%#288 of 1027#129$19,500
Social Work$38,739$50,596-2%#242 of 420#183$21,668
History$26,663$49,986-1%#247 of 459#154$19,838
English Language and Literature$29,605$48,301-1%#303 of 576#179$20,000
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$36,483$45,969-3%#435 of 680#377$22,017
Educational Administration and Supervision$36,487$42,187-11%#14 of 19#13$21,197
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft$23,920$37,445-6%#172 of 255#123$23,250

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 State University-Lima Campus Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $80,985
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,000/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 45804 (9.6% cap, Lima)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $8,937 $34,443

Financial Aid

90%
Receive Any Aid
36%
Receive Pell Grants
40%
Take Out Loans
$12,727
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$8,405
$30,001 - $48,000$9,869
$48,001 - $75,000$11,281
$75,001 - $110,000$15,239
$110,001+$17,138

Student Demographics

740
Total Students
54%
Women
82%
Traditional Age (18-24)
26%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 77%
Hispanic 6%
Black 5%
Asian 4%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 26%
With Family 74%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~192 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 38%
Hybrid (Some Online) 56%
Fully Online 6%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 82%
25-64 (Adult) 8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Ohio State University-Lima Campus?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Ohio State University-Lima Campus?
Tuition at Ohio State University-Lima Campus is $8,937 for in-state students and $34,443 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $12,727.
What is the graduation rate at Ohio State University-Lima Campus?
The graduation rate at Ohio State University-Lima Campus is 18%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Ohio State University-Lima Campus a good school?
Ohio State University-Lima Campus has a Repit College Score of 43/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Ohio State University-Lima Campus?
Ohio State University-Lima Campus has a total enrollment of 740 students. Most students (82%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near Ohio State University-Lima Campus?
Yes! Approximately 26% of students at Ohio State University-Lima Campus live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 192 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Lima area.

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