Home > Ohio Colleges > Portsmouth Colleges > Shawnee State University
Shawnee State University (SSU)
- 940 Second St
- Portsmouth, OH 45662
- OPEID College Code: 00994200
-
- General Phone: (740) 354-3205
- President: Dr. Rita Rice Morris
- Website: WWW.SHAWNEE.EDU
- Type: Public, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Master's Degree
- Local Area: Town Fringe
- Student Enrollment: 3,699
- College Alias: SSU
- College Mascot: Bears
Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- Mission Statement
- Shawnee State University - the regional state university of Southern Ohio - prepares students for the changing needs of business, industry, education, and society through its diversified degree programs. Recognizing the importance of knowledge, values, and cultural enrichment, Shawnee State University is committed to providing education that fosters competence in oral and written communications, scientific and quantitative reasoning, and critical analysis/logical thinking. To enrich the lives of the community, the University provides opportunities for continuing personal and professional development, intellectual discovery, and appreciation for the creative and performing arts.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available - SSU Library Profile
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Baccalaureate Colleges--Diverse Fields
- Undergraduate Classification Balanced Arts & Sciences/Professions, No Graduate Coexistence
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, Inclusive
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Four-Year
- Size Classification Medium Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.shawnee.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: SSU Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 91%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 59% | 54% | 42% | 35% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $4,016 | $3,057 | $1,648 | $2,105 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 6.5% | 5.0% | 5.4% |
| Number in Default | 93 | 63 | 49 |
| Number in Repayment | 1,419 | 1,255 | 897 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $5,832 | $5,832 | $5,508 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $9,972 | $9,972 | $9,396 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,440 | $1,350 | $1,350 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,410 | $6,939 | $6,729 |
| Other Expenses | $3,770 | $3,279 | $2,904 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-State | $18,452 | $17,400 | $16,491 |
| Out of State | $22,592 | $21,540 | $20,379 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-State | $7,272 | $7,182 | $6,858 |
| Out of State | $11,412 | $11,322 | $10,746 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-State | $7,272 | $7,182 | $6,858 |
| Out of State | $11,412 | $11,322 | $10,746 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 3,699 Undergraduate: 3,674 Graduate: 25
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 1,462 Female: 2,237
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 1,459 Female: 2,215
- Graduate Gender Male: 3 Female: 22
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 3,016 Part-Time: 683
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 2,992 Part-Time: 682
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 24 Part-Time: 1
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 25 | 0.7% |
| American Indian | 37 | 1% |
| Black | 121 | 3% |
| Asian | 11 | 0.3% |
| Hispanic | 15 | 0.4% |
| White | 3,196 | 86% |
| Unknown | 294 | 8% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 148 | 4% |
| Ages 18-19 | 1,234 | 33% |
| Ages 20-21 | 888 | 24% |
| Ages 22-24 | 537 | 15% |
| Ages 25-29 | 337 | 9% |
| Ages 30-34 | 210 | 6% |
| Ages 35-39 | 125 | 3% |
| Ages 40-49 | 158 | 4% |
| Ages 50-65 | 54 | 1% |
| Age Over 65 | 7 | 0.2% |
| Age Uknown | 1 | 0.03% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 527 | 370 | 157 |
| Faculty Status | 275 | 145 | 130 |
| Tenured Faculty | 87 | 87 | - |
| Graduate Assistants | 1 | - | 1 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 275 | 145 | 130 |
| Primarily Instruction | 275 | 145 | 130 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 65 | 64 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 68 | 54 | 14 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 119 | 107 | 12 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 74 | 68 | 6 |
| Skilled Crafts | 13 | 13 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 32 | 26 | 6 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $55,453 (145) | $55,691 (88) | $55,085 (57) |
| Professor | $70,835 (36) | $71,478 (21) | $69,934 (15) |
| Associate Professor | $59,808 (42) | $60,111 (27) | $59,264 (15) |
| Assistant Professor | $46,668 (43) | $47,136 (28) | $45,794 (15) |
| Instructor | $40,497 (24) | $38,081 (12) | $42,913 (12) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $55,453 (145) | $55,691 (88) | $55,085 (57) |
| Professor | $70,835 (36) | $71,478 (21) | $69,934 (15) |
| Associate Professor | $59,808 (42) | $60,111 (27) | $59,264 (15) |
| Assistant Professor | $46,668 (43) | $47,136 (28) | $45,794 (15) |
| Instructor | $40,497 (24) | $38,081 (12) | $42,913 (12) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $365,000 | $168,705 | $196,295 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 46% | 54% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 163 | 84 | 79 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 162 | 83 | 79 |
| Baseball | 19 | 19 | - |
| Basketball | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Track and Field and Cross Country (Combined) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Golf | 6 | 6 | - |
| Soccer | 49 | 29 | 20 |
| Softball | 12 | - | 12 |
| Tennis | 9 | - | 9 |
| Volleyball | 13 | - | 13 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $10,392 | $10,408 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $2,250 | $1,687 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Baseball | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Basketball | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Track and Field and Cross Country (Combined) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Golf | 1 | 1 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Soccer | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Softball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Tennis | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Volleyball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 57%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 29% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 26% |
| Female | 31% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 9% |
| Hispanic | - |
| White | 30% |
| Unknown | 25% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 10% |
| 5 Years | 16% |
| 6 Years | 18% |
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | 1 | - |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 2 |
| Aggravated Assault | - | 1 |
| Burglary | 14 | 2 |
| Vehicle Theft | - | 1 |
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 2 |
| Burglary | 7 | 2 |
| Vehicle Theft | - | 1 |
College Reviews
No Reviews Yet!
Be the First to Review the Program
at Shawnee State University
Be the First to Review the Program
at Shawnee State University
Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
