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Ohio Christian University (OCU) is a private baccalaureate college in Circleville, Ohio. The institute was founded in 1948 as the Mount of Praise Bible College with the objective of training ministers for the Churches of Christ in Christian Union denomination. The school was later named Circleville Bible College before becoming Ohio Christian University in 2006.
OCU's campus is located on a rural site in Circleville. The college offers Bachelor of Arts and Associate of Arts degrees, as well as an online degree program. The athletic teams of Ohio Christian College, known as the Trailblazers, participate in baseball, soccer, basketball, golf and softball.
Ohio Christian University is located in a town not particularly near any major cities, in Circleville, OH. The school is officially a Other Protestant school. Ohio Christian University is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degree levels at the school top out at the Bachelor's degree.
Students at Ohio Christian University often study business and management.
The admissions department at the school does not accept all those who apply. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 520 to 580 in 2007-2008. A quarter of students admitted in 2007-2008 scored 420 or higher on the math SAT.
The school offers classes to 636 students (575 full-time equivalent). Forty-something year old students won't feel out of place at Ohio Christian University.
Many students live in housing on or near campus. Ohio Christian University does offer meal plans to students.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Ohio Christian University prepares students to serve effectively in the church and society by providing a holistic, Christ-centered, biblically integrated education in the Wesleyan tradition."
More complete details are provided below.
Ohio Christian University
1476 Lancaster Pike
Circleville, OH 43113
General Phone: (740) 474-8896
http://www.ohiochristian.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion And Philosophy | 42 | theology and religious vocations |
| Therapy And Counseling | 27 | counseling psychology |
| Business And Management | 20 | human resources management |
| Education And Teaching | 13 | teacher education |
| Liberal Arts | 7 | general studies |
Number of programs and degrees for Ohio Christian University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 104 | 5 |
| Associate's degree | 5 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Ohio Christian University had a total enrollment of 636 students (575 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 60% |
| Women | 40% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 73% |
| Black | 23% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 14% |
| 20-21 | 15% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 9% |
| 40-49 | 15% |
| 50-64 | 7% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Ohio | 90% |
| Indiana | 2% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Arizona | 1% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Alabama | 1% |
| Washington | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Pennsylvania | 1% |
| Louisiana | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| Florida | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
| South Carolina | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 65 % |
Ohio Christian University offers campus housing for 202 of its 575 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Circleville, Ohio for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Ohio Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 311 | 279 | 90% | 81 | 29% |
| Men | 199 | 179 | 90% | 49 | 27% |
| Women | 112 | 100 | 89% | 32 | 32% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 520 | 580 |
| SAT Math | 410 | 420 |
| SAT Writing | 460 | 530 |
| ACT Verbal | 16 | 22 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 21 |
| ACT Composite | 16 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 5% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 94% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 14,060 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 14,060 |
| Room and board | $ 5,990 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,900 |
| Other expenses | $ 6,000 |
Financial Aid:
Ohio Christian University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 303000)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 12 | 4 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 3 | $43,645 | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 3 | $46,850 | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 4 | $35,933 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 12 | $40,650 | 4 | $38,316 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Human Resources Management and Services, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Theology and Religious Vocations, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Ohio Christian University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% |  |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Other Protestant affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan
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