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About Ohio Dominican University

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Ohio Dominican University is a private university in Columbus, OH, known for its catholic dominican mission, masters level programs, and business and education focus. With an acceptance rate of 52%, ODU is moderately selective, typically enrolling around 208 students each year. ODU is test optional; submitting a strong score can strengthen an application, though it is not required for consideration. ODU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $23,092 per year; the sticker price of $47,994 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Ohio Dominican University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

moderately selective

52%
Overall Accept Rate
25
Median Admitted ACT

Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Ohio Dominican University

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Essay Strategy
Ohio Dominican is a Catholic liberal arts university with a strong emphasis on service, community, and ethical leadership, so weave specific examples of how your values align with their mission of educating the whole person into your personal statement or any supplemental writing.
Demonstrated Interest
Ohio Dominican is located in Columbus and actively pays attention to prospective student engagement, so schedule a campus visit or attend one of their open house events and follow up with the admissions office to put your name on their radar.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Ohio Dominican University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$48k/yr$17.0k
30k-48k~$48k/yr$17.5k
48k-75k~$48k/yr$19.6k
75k-110k~$48k/yr$21.9k
110k+~$48k/yr$23.0k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

48%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$44k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
768
Undergrad Enrollment
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