Founded in 1911, Ohio Dominican University. is a Private college. Located in Ohio, which is a city setting in Ohio, the campus itself is Urban. The campus is home to 1,796 full time undergraduate students, and 610 full time graduate students.
The Ohio Dominican University Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 13:1. There are 69 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Ohio Dominican University include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.
Quick Facts
Acceptance Rate
52%
Application Deadline
Application Fee
0
SAT Range
870-1040
ACT Range
19-24
Admissions at ODU are considered Selective, with ,11% of all applicants being admitted.
In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 11 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.
72% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 41% were in the top quarter, and 13% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.
STUDENT LIFE Reviews
We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Ohio Dominican University.
0%
“We”re apathetic”
45%
“We know about current events and vote”
55%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
0%
“Sometimes, but not often”
64%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
36%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
18%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
82%
“I feel extremely safe”
0%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
27%
“We bought the gear”
73%
“We live for the big game”
9%
“It”s not really our thing”
18%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
55%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
18%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
18%
“They keep regular office hours”
82%
“They”re always available”
64%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
27%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
9%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
0%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
82%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
18%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
9%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
91%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
0%
“We”re apathetic”
45%
“We know about current events and vote”
55%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
0%
“Sometimes, but not often”
64%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
36%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
18%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
82%
“I feel extremely safe”
0%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
27%
“We bought the gear”
73%
“We live for the big game”
9%
“It”s not really our thing”
18%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
55%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
18%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
18%
“They keep regular office hours”
82%
“They”re always available”
64%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
27%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
9%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
49 Students rated on-campus housing 3.6 stars. 14 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate off-campus housing?
41 Students rated off-campus housing 2.8 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus food?
53 Students rated campus food 2.5 stars. 11 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus facilities?
55 Students rated campus facilities 3.8 stars. 22 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate class size?
55 Students rated class size 4.5 stars. 60 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate school activities?
55 Students rated school activities 3.4 stars. 20 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate local services?
55 Students rated local services 3.6 stars. 36 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate academics?
55 Students rated academics 3.3 stars. 20 % gave the school a 5.0.
Ohio Dominican University REVIEWS
What's your overall opinion of Ohio Dominican University?
12 Students rated Ohio Dominican University
Daniyah
07/17/2023
I think it’s a great school the people are very welcoming. They make everyone feel safe. The class sizes are perfect because you can get the help you need more faster then any other college. I would give this school at 10/10. Sports are fun to go out and watch as well.
Elly
10/12/2022
I love ODU. It is truly a home away from home and makes me feel safe. I have met new friends and love having the ability to always talk to my professors. They have very close relationships with their students and really create one on one connections. I love going to the games because everyone knows everyone so we can support our friends and classmates. I truly have found the best fit for me.
Ryan
05/11/2019
The first time I visited Ohio Dominican University I immediately knew it was where I wanted to go to college. From the beautiful campus to the exceptional academics and clubs I immediately fit into the culture there. This college is where I have met so many great new friends and is the perfect place for anyone who wants to set themselves up with some of the best opportunities in life they can receive.
Haley
03/12/2019
Overall I believe that Ohio Dominican University is a great place to be and to earn your education. Campus and classrooms is a safe environment and you can always find help wherever and whenever you may need it. Most professors are very nice and understanding, this along with smaller classes really allows the students to focus better and get more one on one conversations with the professors and other classmates. Because it is so small it creates a sense on family and home, everyone there is so kind and patient with each other. I have never met someone at Ohio Dominican that was not willing to help me or point me to where I needed to be. There are plenty of opportunities to get involved on campus, like clubs, sports and even events for everyone. When it is warmer outside there is always an event going on in the courtyard that anyone on campus can join. This is another way the faculty gets us to become acquainted with one another and create the feeling of all staff and students being a close knit family.
Margaret
12/14/2018
Ohio Dominican University is a place that students feel welcomed to come. It's filled with many academic programs and a variety of professions. Our class sizes range from 12- 24 but usually not more than that. Everyone has the chance to build close intimate relationships with their professors and peers which is something that not all colleges can account for. The only downfall to coming here could include the fact that most students are involved in athletics on campus so those that don't play sports can feel left out at times. As for the athletic program, our coaches are always working to be better and encourage our students to be students before athletes. Our school is Catholic although I don't really feel a strong sense of religion through the campus life, I would encourage students to become more involved with the church community and motherhouse. Overall, Ohio Dominican University is an amazing place to be and I can't wait to see all that the students accomplish in life after graduation.
COLLINS
11/12/2018
A school is a place that equips the learner with skills and knowledge prerequisite for professional life after school. The school imbibe into the learner the positive morals and ethics for career progression. It brings into contact with seasoned professors that expose you to the status of esteemed professionalism.
Kaiyah
07/01/2018
I thoroughly enjoyed my time at ODU! I always had great relationships with professors, and loved the classes. It is a very small campus, you can walk anywhere in 5 minutes. There are not many shops or services surrounding campus.
William
06/29/2018
Ohio Dominican University feels like home to me. This is my second go at college. My first experience was at a large state school, and I did not know many of my professors until later in my tenor there. However, at ODU my professors are not only always available, but some of them are also my academic advisors. The small atmosphere allows me to really get to know them and them to get to know me. I have also had classes with a similar group of students throughout my time at ODU, and this allows for us to know each other and bounce ideas off one another during class discussions, which happen regularly. The academic culture at ODU inspires students to be active in their own education. This makes for a great collaborative learning community. I would highly recommend it to anyone who wants to get a liberal arts education while simultaneously learning about the foundations of christianity.
danielle
07/25/2017
I love the small campus atmosphere. The class sizes are great, I prefer the small class sizes. There is a lot of student life activities that go on in the evenings between sporting events, yoga classes, club meetings, hot chocolate talks. The school is a Catholic school so they are always providing volunteer opportunities to help out at food banks or YMCA. The student center has pool tables and Foosball tables that you can hang out with friends at or play other games. There is also services held throughout the week for those students who would like to go to church and live on campus. Overall, the school is a great place and I am glad that I chose to go here.
Katherine
05/22/2017
I feel lucky to have found Ohio Dominican. I came in as a transfer student after having transferred multiple times. Even before I applied, the admissions counselor was so helpful in explaining how my classes would transfer and how long it would take me to finish my degree. Faculty was always available to help and very supportive.
Madison
12/05/2016
It's a small school where pretty much everybody knows one another. The campus is nice, but there is a limited amount of majors to choose from. People are friendly and I feel "safe" walking on campus. Food selections on campus are limited and I wish my Panther Point "currency" would be accepted at more locations near campus.
Fartun
09/06/2016
i really like Ohio Dominican so far. The teachers are always willing to help you even outside class. The environment is great too and everyone here is so friendly and if you need help you can ask anyone and they will help you with no problem. It is easy to get to your classes and the classes are good size.
The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Ohio Dominican University is 52%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020, _____ students were offered admission.
What should every freshman at your school know before they start?
Go to a college which fits your personality. Do not try and adjust to the school, go to a school where you don't have to adjust, where you don't have to change who you are to fit in with the culture.
What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?
How small my school is really makes it possible for everyone to know eachother which is very comforting when walking around campus and you can say hi to just about everyone because you know them.
What's the most frustrating thing about your school?
Only going one night a week there is a ton of homework which means spending at least 25 hours a week on school work besides
going to work and other responsiblities.
All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA.
Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.
99% of students attending Ohio Dominican University receive some sort of financial aid.
40% were awarded federal grants.80%received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.
