The main campus of Ohio University Eastern is in Saint Clairsville, OH (a rural site not far from an urban area). The school is a public school. Ohio University Eastern offers degrees up to the Master's degree.
The school tends to concentrate its instruction in a few key disciplines. Ohio University Eastern students most commonly major in a field related to liberal arts.
The school admits all qualified candidates under its open-admission policy.
Ohio University Eastern offers tenure to reward and retain some professors.
In 2007-2008, the school had 751 enrolled students.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Mission Statement
Ohio University holds as its central purpose the intellectual and personal development of its students. Distinguished by its rich history, diverse campus, international community, and beautiful Appalachian setting, Ohio University is known as well for its outstanding faculty of accomplished teachers whose research and creative activity advance knowledge across many disciplines."
More complete details are provided below.
Ohio University Eastern Campus
45425 National Rd W
Saint Clairsville, OH 43950
General Phone: (740) 695-1720
http://www.eastern.ohiou.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 9 | liberal arts and sciences, humanities |
Number of programs and degrees for Ohio University Eastern in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 9 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Ohio University Eastern had a total enrollment of 751 students (615 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 97% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 5% |
| 18-19 | 26% |
| 20-21 | 22% |
| 22-24 | 21% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Ohio | 96% |
| West Virginia | 4% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 59 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of St. Clairsville, 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.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 4,395 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 5,715 |
| Books and supplies | $ 873 |
Financial Aid:
Ohio University Eastern participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 310006)
Ohio University Eastern has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 10 | 3 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 3 | 1 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | academic year | 7 | $65,657 | 3 | $63,643 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 6 | $56,715 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 13 | $61,530 | 4 | $60,882 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
LIBERAL ARTS
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Ohio University Eastern Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | ![]() |
Notable:
Open admission
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
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Tenure system for quality teaching
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