Ashland University
Ashland College
Ashland, Ohio 44805
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for health sciences
Ashland University is a private institution in Ashland with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1119, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 2.3K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
61% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $52,928 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $21,994.
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History & Fun Facts
- •The church and community fundraising campaign proved to be a success and on Feb 17, 1878, a meeting was held to add up their campaign funds and make final plans.
- •The success of the campaign was announced, the college was chartered on February 20 and a church-related, co-educational institution was established.
- •In April 1878, the board of trustees decided to purchase the "most desirable plot in town – 28 acres on the hill.
- •" The first buildings to be constructed were Founders Hall and Allen Hall, constructed from bricks made on the site.
- •Classes opened at Ashland College on Sep 17, 1879, with somewhere around 60 students and eight faculty members.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1119
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Deadline Calendar
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
54.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
7.5%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$20,000
Programs (95)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
72%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
15
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from OH state average