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About Ashland University

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Ashland University is a private university in Ashland, OH, known for its private masters university, nursing and health focus, and education programs. With an acceptance rate of 72%, AU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 528 students each year. AU is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1050–1280, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. AU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $16,271 per year; the sticker price of $37,538 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Ashland University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

72%
Overall Accept Rate
3.50
Typical Admitted GPA
1165
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 3.25 – 3.75 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 1050 – 1280 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Ashland University

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Demonstrated Interest
Ashland tracks demonstrated interest, so visit campus in Ashland, Ohio if you can and make sure to register for a tour so your visit is on record. If an in-person visit is not possible, attend a virtual info session and follow up with your admissions counselor by email.
Demonstrated Interest
Reach out directly to your regional Ashland University admissions counselor with a specific question about a program or campus experience that genuinely interests you, since the admissions office weighs demonstrated interest in their review process.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Ashland University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$38k/yr$16.5k
30k-48k~$38k/yr$17.9k
48k-75k~$38k/yr$19.1k
75k-110k~$38k/yr$24.2k
110k+~$38k/yr$26.5k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

61%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$48k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
2,854
Undergrad Enrollment
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