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Ohio Dominican University, also known as ODU, is a private, Catholic, liberal arts University located in Columbus, Ohio, United States. It was established in the year 1911 as the College of Saint Mary of the Springs. It spreads across an area of more than 60 acres. ODU offers both undergraduate and post-graduate degree programs in diverse areas.
ODU’s athletics department sponsors more than 12 varsity sports teams. Their official mascot is the Panther and their teams are nicknamed the Panthers. The sports teams participate in men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s soccer, men’s and women’s tennis, and women’s volleyball. Some notable alumni are Anne O'Hare McCormick, Pulitzer Prize winning journalist; and Jonathan Sanchez, Major League pitcher of San Francisco Giants.
Ohio Dominican University can be found in Columbus, OH (a large city). One of the defining characteristics of the school is its status as a Roman Catholic school. Ohio Dominican University is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Master's degree is the highest degree at the school.
The most common majors at Ohio Dominican University are in business and management.
The school does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted.
A tenure system is one way Ohio Dominican University works to keep a high-quality staff.
In 2007-2008, 3,082 students were enrolled in the school.
Student dorms or apartments are common at Ohio Dominican University. The school student athletes compete in American Mideast Conference and Mid-States Football Association competitions. Ohio Dominican University offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.
More complete details are provided below.
Ohio Dominican University
1216 Sunbury Road
Columbus, OH 43219
General Phone: (614) 253-2741
http://www.ohiodominican.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 420 | business management, accounting, finance, international business, business communications |
| Education and Teaching | 162 | special ed, early childhood education, curriculum and instruction, middle school teaching, ESL instruction, social studies teaching, English teaching, art education, ... |
| Liberal Arts | 58 | general studies, English, history, political science, sociology, liberal arts and sciences, economics, peace and conflict resolution, ... |
| Science | 25 | biology, chemistry |
| Media | 25 | communication studies, public relations |
| Religion and Philosophy | 20 | theology, philosophy |
| Therapy and Counseling | 19 | psychology |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 11 | criminal justice and safety |
| Family and Social Work | 10 | social work |
| Design | 8 | graphic design |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 8 | sports and fitness management |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 7 | information science |
| Art Studies | 6 | art studies |
| Mathematics | 3 | mathematics |
| Law | 0 | US law |
Number of programs and degrees for Ohio Dominican University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 451 | 40 |
| Master's degree | 254 | 6 |
| Associate's degree | 77 | 5 |
In 2007-2008, Ohio Dominican University had a total enrollment of 3,082 students (2,551 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 46% |
| Women | 54% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 80% |
| Graduate | 20% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 73% |
| Black | 22% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 6% |
| 18-19 | 19% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 15% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 8% |
| 40-49 | 10% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 59 % |
| Part-Time | 45 % |
Ohio Dominican University offers campus housing for 811 of its 2,551 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Columbus, Ohio for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Ohio Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,555 | 1,749 | 68% | 366 | 21% |
| Men | 1,284 | 864 | 67% | 168 | 19% |
| Women | 1,271 | 885 | 70% | 198 | 22% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 23 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 92% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 23,140 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 23,140 |
| Room and board | $ 7,590 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,100 |
Financial Aid:
Ohio Dominican University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 303500)
Ohio Dominican University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 15 | 18 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 13 | 14 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 4 | 8 |
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 | academic year | 3 | $76,945 | 11 | $64,319 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 12 | $58,470 | 12 | $55,833 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 16 | $49,134 | 14 | $46,937 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 3 | $43,587 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 32 | $54,957 | 40 | $54,134 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Mid-States Football Association |
| Basketball | American Mideast Conference |
| Baseball | American Mideast Conference |
| Track | American Mideast Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 217 | 93 | 310 |
| Football | 128 | 0 | 128 |
| Basketball | 20 | 22 | 42 |
| Baseball | 25 | 0 | 25 |
| Track | 5 | 7 | 12 |
| All Other Sports | 39 | 64 | 103 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Corporate Communications
Finance, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Information Science/Studies
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Biology Teacher Education
Chemistry Teacher Education
Curriculum and Instruction
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Multiple Disabilities
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Mathematics Teacher Education
School Librarian/School Library Media Specialist
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Social Studies Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
Teaching English as Second/Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
LAW
American/US Law/Legal Studies/Jurisprudence (LLM, MCJ, JSD/SJD)
LIBERAL ARTS
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
General Studies
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Library Science/Librarianship
Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Public Relations/Image Management
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Ohio Dominican University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army) Offers athletic scholarships
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