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Ohio Valley University, OVU, was founded by the American Restoration Movement's churches of Christ in 1958. It started offering classes from September, 1960, when it was known as Ohio Valley College. The name was changed to Ohio Valley University in 2005. The OVU campus is spread across 266 acres in Vienna, West Virginia.
Ohio Valley University confers the Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, and Associate of Applied Science degrees in various fields of study. Bachelor's degree programs are also available in more than 10 different areas. OVU is organized into the following colleges:
The student body of Ohio Valley University represents more than 30 states and over 10 foreign countries. The athletics department of OVU fields teams in baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, lacrosse, soccer, softball, and volleyball. The teams are known as the Fighting Scots, and they compete in the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division II, and the West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.
The main campus of Ohio Valley University is in Vienna, WV (a rural site not far from an urban area). 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.
The school does not accept everyone who applies. In 2007-2008, SAT verbal scores of half of students were 410 to 540. Three-fourths of students accepted in 2007-2008 had SAT math scores of 430 or more.
The school offers tenure to reward and retain some professors.
In 2007-2008, Ohio Valley University had 546 enrolled students.
The school makes available a lot of student housing. Meal plans are available. Student athletes at the school 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
http://www.ovu.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 56 | business, business management, accounting, human resources, marketing, MIS |
| Education and Teaching | 26 | secondary teaching, elementary school teaching |
| Liberal Arts | 23 | liberal arts and sciences, history |
| Therapy and Counseling | 17 | psychology |
| Religion and Philosophy | 7 | bible studies |
| Medicine | 5 | public health courses, medical preparatory |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 2 | sports and fitness management |
| Science and Laboratory Technician | 0 | science tech |
Number of programs and degrees for Ohio Valley University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 122 | 14 |
| Associate's degree | 14 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, Ohio Valley University had a total enrollment of 546 students (542 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 40% |
| Women | 60% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 86% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 6% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 26% |
| 20-21 | 27% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 8% |
| 30-34 | 3% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| West Virginia | 35% |
| Ohio | 27% |
| (International Students) | 10% |
| Pennsylvania | 6% |
| Kentucky | 5% |
| Maryland | 3% |
| Virginia | 3% |
| Florida | 3% |
| New York | 2% |
| New Jersey | 2% |
| North Carolina | 2% |
| Alabama | 1% |
| Massachusetts | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 60 % |
Ohio Valley University offers campus housing for 272 of its 542 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Vienna, West Virginia for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other West Virginia 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 | 559 | 286 | 51% | 141 | 49% |
| Men | 239 | 109 | 46% | 57 | 52% |
| Women | 320 | 177 | 55% | 84 | 47% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 410 | 540 |
| SAT Math | 430 | 570 |
| SAT Writing | 420 | 530 |
| ACT Verbal | 17 | 25 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 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 | 28% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 74% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | recommended |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 16,990 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 16,990 |
| Room and board | $ 6,324 |
| Room charge | $ 3,296 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,234 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,000 |
Financial Aid:
Ohio Valley University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 381900)
Ohio Valley University has a tenure system for faculty.
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 | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 5 | $46,734 | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 2 | * | 3 | $38,652 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 8 | $41,956 | 3 | $34,126 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 3 | $29,133 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 17 | $40,726 | 9 | $33,971 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
| Track | West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 14 | 5 | 19 |
| Baseball | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| Basketball | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| All Other Sports | 7 | 4 | 11 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
LIBERAL ARTS
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MEDICINE
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other
Public Health, Other
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
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 1% |  |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
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 Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad 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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