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University of Rio Grande

University of Rio Grande

Rio Grande, OH · Rural · 1,400 students
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$23,686
Average net priceYour net price
2023-24
<30
30–48
48–75
75–110
110+
By household income — tap a bar
34%
Graduation rate
Entered fall 2017 & 2018
35% typical
$41,478
Earnings 10 years on
Measured 2020 & 2021
$40,669 typical
Open admission
Acceptance rate
82% typical · not scored
Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
About

Nestled in the scenic foothills of southeastern Ohio, the University of Rio Grande is uniquely known for its one-of-a-kind partnership with Rio Grande Community College, which allows students to seamlessly transition from affordable associate tracks to four-year bachelor's degrees on a single campus. The university boasts highly regarded, career-focused academic programs, particularly in nursing and health sciences through the Holzer School of Nursing, as well as respected degrees in education and wildlife conservation. Student life is defined by a close-knit, supportive campus culture where undergraduates receive personalized mentorship from faculty and engage in a vibrant community anchored by the powerhouse RedStorm athletic teams, particularly the nationally competitive NAIA soccer program.

Wikipedia:The University of Rio Grande and Rio Grande Community College is a private university and public community college merged into one institution in Rio Grande, Ohio, United States. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).

Location
Rio Grande, OH, 45674 · Rural campus
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Nearest airport from college
CMH · Columbus
82 mi away
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Cost & aid
Cost of attendance
These figures are federal data and may be out of date.
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Tuition & fees$20,560
Housing & food (on campus)$10,500
Books & supplies$1,200
Cost of attendance$33,716
Average net price$23,686
Same price for all students
Tuition & fees$20,560
Housing & food (on campus)$10,500
Books & supplies$1,200
Cost of attendance$33,716
Average net price$23,686
Net price by family income · 2023-24
$0–30k
$21,776
$30–48k
$22,733
$48–75k
$24,432
$75–110k
$27,008
$110k+
$25,788
Outcomes
Completion
Within 6 yrs
34%
Entered 2017–18
Within 4 yrs
25%
Back for yr 2
56%
Transferred
25%
8 yrs after starting · first-time, full-time students
33% graduated · 28% transferred · 1% still enrolled · 38% left or unknown
Earnings · measured 2020 & 2021
6 yrs after entry$34,323
10 yrs after entry$41,478
Debt
Median at graduation$17,750
Monthly payment$188
Middle 50% owe$4.8k–$22.8k
90th percentile$36,584
Green marks a figure above the typical Baccalaureate/Associate's: $40,669 earned 10 yrs after entry.
Admissions

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Student Body
Gender
Men 44%Women 56%
Who enrolls
Faculty ratio
20 : 1
Pell grant
34%
First-gen
52%
Family income
$29,830
Independent
42%
Age at entry
25.0
Part-time
20%
Race & ethnicity
White
63%
Hispanic
1%
Black
4%
Non-resident
11%
Unknown
20%
Varsity sports
NAIA Division I · EADA 2024-25
  • Archery
    Co-ed
  • Baseball
    Men's
  • Basketball
    Men's · Women's
  • Bowling
    Men's · Women's
  • Cross Country
    Men's · Women's
  • Golf
    Men's · Women's
  • Other Sports
    Men's · Co-ed
  • Soccer
    Men's · Women's
  • Softball
    Women's
  • Track and Field (Indoor)
    Men's · Women's
  • Track and Field (Outdoor)
    Men's · Women's
  • Volleyball
    Men's · Women's
  • Wrestling
    Men's · Women's
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings, all programs · measured 2020 & 2021
After 6 yrs
$34,323
After 10 yrs
$41,478
Special Education and Teaching22
Business Administration, Management and Operations16
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness13
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing11
Health and Medical Administrative Services8
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas7
Computer Science5
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians5
Psychology, General5
Natural Resources Conservation and Research4
Education, General4
Social Work4
Area Studies2
Communication and Media Studies2
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods2
Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology1
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Institutional
Resources
Endowment
$19M
Full-time faculty
42%
Faculty salary
$6,655/mo
Teaching spend
$6,201
per student
Federal loans
54%
Classification
Carnegie type
Baccalaureate/Associate's
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, inclusive admissions

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