Ada,
OH
About Northern
Ohio Northern University is a private, religious institution in the town of Ada, Ohio. Northern was founded in 1871. The college currently enrolls around 3,116 students per year, including 2,426 undergrads.
Northern Acceptance Rate
It is moderately difficult to get into Northern. In 2022, Northern accepted 69% of applicants. In 2022, 5,205 students applied to Northern and 3,585 were admitted.
| Ohio Northern University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 69% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.8 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 15% |
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College Info
Northern Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Aug 15
Transfer Applications are Due
Aug 15
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Northern is Aug 15.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Northern is Aug 15.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Northern ACT Scores
ACT Range
21 - 28
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
ACT Score
Estimated Chance
28 and Above
21 to 28
21 and Less
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Northern SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1130 - 1330
Math SAT Range
550 - 660
Reading SAT Range
540 - 640
Northern Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$51,230
In State$51,230
Out-of-StateStudent Life
Wondering what life at Northern is like? There are approximately 3,116 students enrolled at Northern, including 2,426 undergraduate students and 690 graduate students. 89% percent of students attend school full-time, 83% percent are from OH and 17% percent of students are from other states.
89%
Full Time11%
Part Time83%
In State17%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
3,116
Campus Setting
Small Town
Acceptance Rate
69%
Tuition and Fees
In State
$36,530
Out-of-State
$36,530
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Aug 15
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