C
Average
Score: 49/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
62/100 · earnings-weighted

University of Rio Grande

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Rio Grande, Ohio 45674
University of Rio Grande campus, Rio Grande, OH
University of Rio Grande campus, Rio Grande, OH. Photo: Vbofficial, Public domain 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: 32%
Outcomes
C+
55/100
Affordability
F
34/100
Resources
C+
63/100
Experience
B+
77/100
Prestige
F
23/100

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

2,168
Total Enrollment
32%
Graduation Rate
64%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$41,478
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$34,323
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$17,750
Median debt at graduation
36%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
33.6%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 43% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 74th percentile among associate-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 University of Rio Grande

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—$88,005-1%#423 of 966#272$28,752
Business Administration, Management and Operations$38,533$55,183-19%#959 of 1176#889—
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness—$49,590-9%#425 of 610#360—
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$29,342$34,183-28%#680 of 680#677—

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.

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $19,600 $19,600
Total Cost (On-Campus) $36,288 $36,288

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
42%
Receive Pell Grants
60%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 48 grads/yr General Studies 32 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 25 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 24 grads/yr Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician 18 grads/yr Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 15 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 14 grads/yr Health Services Administration 12 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 9 grads/yr Psychology, General 8 grads/yr Social Work 7 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 6 grads/yr Industrial Technology/Technician 6 grads/yr Natural Resources/Conservation, General 6 grads/yr Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist 6 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 6 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 6 grads/yr Spanish Language and Literature 5 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 4 grads/yr Art/Art Studies, General 4 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from University of Rio Grande's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

2,168
Total Students
59%
Women
54%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 64%
Hispanic 1%
Black 3%
Asian 1%
Two or More 7%
Non-Resident 11%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 50%
Hybrid (Some Online) 40%
Fully Online 9%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 54%
25-64 (Adult) 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Rio Grande?
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 University of Rio Grande?
Tuition at University of Rio Grande is $19,600 for in-state students and $19,600 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at University of Rio Grande?
The graduation rate at University of Rio Grande is 32%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is University of Rio Grande a good school?
University of Rio Grande has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): 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 (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend University of Rio Grande?
University of Rio Grande has a total enrollment of 2,168 students.

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