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The main campus of Ohio Valley University is in Vienna, West Virginia (a small suburb). The school is a Churches of Christ institution. Ohio Valley University is a private, not-for-profit school. The school offers degrees up to the Bachelor's degree.
Ohio Valley University students most commonly major in a field related to business and management, education and teaching, and therapy and counseling.
The school does not accept everyone who applies. In 2005, SAT verbal scores of half of students were 450 to 560. Three-fourths of students accepted in 2005 had SAT math scores of 440 or more. Students attending the school come from a variety of places, in and out of state.
Ohio Valley University offers tenure to reward and retain some professors.
In 2005, the school had 539 enrolled students. Older students (40+ years old, e.g.) are welcome and common at Ohio Valley University.
Many students at the school live in campus housing. Ohio Valley University makes available a lot of student housing. Meal plans are available. Student athletes at Ohio Valley University belong to the West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference for major sports.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"At Ohio Valley University, we seek to transform lives in a Christ-centered academic community that integrates higher learning, biblical faith, and service to God and humanity. This is accomplished by: *Equipping students for life through quality academic programs *Encouraging life-shaping relationships among faculty, staff, and students *Fostering holistic growth through varied co-curricular activities *Promoting knowledge, values, and skills inherent in healthy families and quality relationships *Connecting students to the global community *Instilling a desire for life-long learning *Creating opportunities for growth in faith and service"
More complete details are provided below.
Ohio Valley University
#1 Campus View Drive
Vienna, WV 26105-8000
General Phone: (304) 865-6000
Admissions Phone: (304) 865-6200
Financial Aid Phone: (304) 865-6077
http://www.ovc.edu
Ohio Valley University awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 45 | business management, business, accounting, human resources, marketing |
| Liberal Arts | 30 | liberal arts and sciences |
| Education And Teaching | 26 | secondary teaching, elementary school teaching |
| Therapy And Counseling | 17 | psychology |
| Religion And Philosophy | 6 | bible studies |
| Science And Laboratory Technician | 2 | science tech |
| Medicine | 1 | medical preparatory |
Number of programs and degrees for Ohio Valley University in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 101 | 10 |
| Associate's degree | 26 | 3 |
In 2005, Ohio Valley University had a total enrollment of 539 students (519 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 52% |
| Women | 48% |
| Full-Time | 97% |
| Part-Time | 3% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 88% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 0% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 6% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 27% |
| 20-21 | 31% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 25-29 | 6% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 2% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Ohio | 35% |
| West Virginia | 28% |
| Pennsylvania | 7% |
| New York | 5% |
| Michigan | 3% |
| Maryland | 3% |
| Delaware | 3% |
| Foreign countries | 2% |
| Connecticut | 2% |
| Florida | 2% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Massachusetts | 1% |
| Maine | 1% |
| Vermont | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 61 % |
Ohio Valley University offers campus housing for 310 of its 519 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Vienna, West Virginia for details about the area surrounding the campus.)
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 392 | 221 | 56% | 103 | 47% |
| Men | 183 | 103 | 56% | 54 | 52% |
| Women | 209 | 118 | 56% | 49 | 42% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 450 | 560 |
| SAT Math | 440 | 550 |
| ACT Verbal | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 23 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 34% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 66% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | recommended |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (304) 865-6200
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 13,092 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 13,092 |
| Room and board | $ 5,660 |
| Room charge | $ 3,080 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,580 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,000 |
Financial Aid:
Ohio Valley University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 381900)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (304) 865-6077
Ohio Valley University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 4 | 1 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 15 | 5 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 6 | $41,367 | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 9 | $34,000 | 5 | $31,600 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 19 | $35,908 | 6 | $32,000 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Track | West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 12 | 19 | 31 |
| Basketball | 4 | 6 | 10 |
| Track | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| Baseball | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| All Other Sports | 6 | 10 | 16 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MEDICINE
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
SCIENCE AND LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
Science Technologies/Technicians, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Ohio Valley University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Churches of Christ affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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