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Ashland University

Ashland, OH · Private nonprofit · Fringe town · Website

Ashland University campus
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Admission rate
76%
Accessible
Average net price
$23,678
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
57%
Median earnings
$56,321
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Ashland University is a private nonprofit college in Ashland, OH with 2,199 undergraduates. It admits 76% of applicants, and admitted students average 1120 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $23,678 per year ($21,187 for families earning under $30,000). 57% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $56,321 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
76%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
3,633
Fall 2023
Admitted
2,927
Fall 2023
Yield
18%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing505–610
200800
SAT Math530–598
200800
ACT Composite20–25
136

What Ashland University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordConsidered
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testNot considered

Cost

Cost of attendance
$48,853
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$33,220

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$21,187
  • $30–48k$20,750
  • $48–75k$19,280
  • $75–110k$24,265
  • $110k+$27,959

Get a personal estimate with Ashland University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
57%
Freshman retention
77%
Median earnings
$56,321
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$24,058
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
2,199
Student–faculty ratio
14:1
Receive Pell grants
31%
  • White77%
  • Hispanic4%
  • Black10%
  • Asian1%

Ashland University FAQ

What is Ashland University's acceptance rate?+

Ashland University admits 76% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Ashland University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 505–610 on SAT Reading and Writing and 530–598 on SAT Math; the average total is 1120.

What ACT score do you need for Ashland University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 20–25.

Is Ashland University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Ashland University?+

In Fall 2023, 3,633 students applied to Ashland University and 2,927 were admitted; 519 enrolled.

Does Ashland University consider legacy status?+

No. Ashland University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Ashland University require an essay?+

Ashland University reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Ashland University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $48,853 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $23,678.

What is Ashland University's graduation rate?+

57% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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