Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
80.57%
SAT Average
1,119
ACT Range
20-25
Ashland University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 80.57%. This means approximately 806 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 2,250 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
80.57%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $28,910 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $28,910 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $40,519 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $21,994 | State avg: $17,854. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 27.60% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 46.16% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Ashland University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$28,910
Room and board
$11,960
Books and supplies
$912
Other expenses
$2,596
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$40,519
Average net price
$21,994
Average aid coverage
46%
$18,525 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Ashland University pays approximately $21,994 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Ohio average of $17,854 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Ashland University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Ohio and national averages.
Ashland University net price
$21,994
Ohio average
$17,854
National average
$17,506
Ashland University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $28,910 and average net price at $21,994. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$28,910
Current net price
$21,994
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
60.59%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$52,928
Undergraduates
2,250
10-Year Median Earnings - Ashland University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Ashland University graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Ashland University?
Undergraduates
2,250
Completion rate
60.59%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
27.60%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
46.16%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 27.60% of Ashland University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 46.16% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Ashland University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Ashland University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Ashland University lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Ashland University is listed at 401 College Avenue, Ashland, OH 44805. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Ashland University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashland University | 80.57% | $28,910 | $21,994 | $52,928 |
| Chamberlain University-Ohio | 75.00% | $19,686 | $32,074 | $92,405 |
| Case Western Reserve University | 28.68% | $64,671 | $38,909 | $87,989 |
| Ohio Northern University | 73.35% | $37,800 | $25,727 | $80,928 |
| Four County Career Center | Not available | Not available | Not available | $77,338 |
Similar Schools in Ashland
This local cluster focuses on nearby Ashland schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Ashland.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashland University's acceptance rate?
Ashland University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 80.57%.
How much is Ashland University tuition?
Ashland University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $28,910.
What is Ashland University's average net price?
Ashland University's average net price in the local dataset is $21,994.
What does Ashland University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $20,158 for Ashland University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Ashland University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $52,928 for Ashland University.
Is Ashland University accredited?
Ashland University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Ashland University?
The local dataset lists 2,250 undergraduate students at Ashland University.
What percentage of Ashland University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Ashland University in the local dataset is 27.60%.
What is the federal loan rate at Ashland University?
The federal loan rate for Ashland University in the local dataset is 46.16%.
Where should I verify Ashland University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Ashland University or the latest official federal education data.