Ashland University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Ashland, Ohio with 2,199 undergraduates. It admits 76% of applicants, costs an average of $23,678 a year after grants and graduates 57% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Ashland University acceptance rate and admissions
Ashland University admitted 76% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 505 to 610, math 530 to 598). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Ashland University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants ($50 for international applicants). Confirm dates on Ashland University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Ashland University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $33,220 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $13,994 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $48,853 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $23,678 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $23,678 a year after grants and scholarships, $25,175 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Ashland University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Ashland University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 57% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $56,321 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $24,058 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 43% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Ashland University majors and what graduates earn
Ashland University awarded bachelor's degrees in 53 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from accounting ($80,065).
All 53 majors at Ashland University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Ashland University
17 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 17 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 115 | $78,506 | $25,473 |
| Education leadership | Master's | 63 | $63,656 | $24,200 |
| History | Master's | 51 | $63,346 | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 35 | $38,186 | n/a |
| Curriculum and Instruction | Master's | 29 | $58,761 | $19,714 |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | Master's | 20 | n/a | n/a |
| Divinity and ministry | Master's | 18 | $41,134 | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 16 | $55,495 | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 12 | $58,687 | n/a |
| Education leadership | Doctoral | 11 | n/a | n/a |
| Divinity and ministry | Professional doctorate | 11 | n/a | n/a |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Public relations and advertising | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Physiology | Master's | 6 | $41,589 | n/a |
| Nursing | Professional doctorate | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Bible/Biblical Studies | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 2,199 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 52% women, 48% men
- 14 students for every faculty member
- Setting: town near a city
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Ashland University?
Ashland University admitted 76% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Ashland University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $33,220. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $23,678 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Ashland University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 505 to 610 in reading and writing and 530 to 598 in math, and 20 to 25 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Ashland University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Ashland University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Ashland University?
57% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Ashland University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $56,321 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.