OHIO VALLEY UNIVERSITY
- #1 Campus View Drive
- Vienna, WV 26105
- OPEID College Code: 00381900
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- General Phone: (304) 865-6000
- President: Keith Stotts
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Master's
- Local Area: Small City
- Student Enrollment: 495
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Ohio Valley University - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- Religious Affiliation
- Churches of Christ
- Website
- www.ovu.edu

- Mission Statement
- 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
Accreditation
- North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Baccalaureate Colleges--Diverse Fields
- Undergraduate Classification Professions Focus, No Graduate Coexistence
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, Inclusive
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Four-Year
- Size Classification Very Small Four-Year, Highly Residential
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- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $20.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $30.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Recommended
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Recommended
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 274 | 317 | 591 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 46 (17%) | 44 (14%) | 90 (15%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 46 (100%) | 44 (100%) | 90 (100%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 32 | 26% |
| ACT ® Exam | 74 | 60% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 420 | 490 |
| SAT ® Math | 440 | 500 |
| SAT ® Writing | 410 | 540 |
| ACT ® Composite | 19 | 23 |
| ACT ® English | 18 | 24 |
| ACT ® Math | 17 | 23 |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 98%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 71% | 41% | 27% | 90% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $6,453 | $3,032 | $3,505 | $8,279 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 4.8% | 4.1% | 3.4% |
| Number in Default | 8 | 7 | 7 |
| Number in Repayment | 166 | 167 | 205 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $17,910 | $16,990 | $15,992 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $17,910 | $16,990 | $15,992 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $17,910 | $16,990 | $15,992 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $6,460 | $6,324 | $6,140 |
| Other Expenses | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $27,370 | $26,314 | $25,132 |
| In-State | $27,370 | $26,314 | $25,132 |
| Out of State | $27,370 | $26,314 | $25,132 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $18,910 | $17,990 | $16,992 |
| In-State | $18,910 | $17,990 | $16,992 |
| Out of State | $18,910 | $17,990 | $16,992 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $18,910 | $17,990 | $16,992 |
| In-State | $18,910 | $17,990 | $16,992 |
| Out of State | $18,910 | $17,990 | $16,992 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
| Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | Master | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences | ||||
| Biology Degree | - | - | 1 | - |
| Business and Marketing Studies | ||||
| Accounting Degree | - | - | 5 | - |
| Business Administration Degree | - | - | 6 | - |
| Commerce Degree | - | - | 24 | - |
| Human Resources Degree | - | - | 2 | - |
| Management Information Systems Degree | - | - | 2 | - |
| Marketing Degree | - | - | 5 | - |
| Education | ||||
| Curriculum and Instruction Degree | - | - | - | - |
| Elementary Education Degree | - | - | 7 | - |
| Secondary Education Degree | - | - | 8 | - |
| English Language and Literature | ||||
| English Language and Literature Degree | - | - | 1 | - |
| Health and Clinical Professions | ||||
| Health Preparatory Programs, Other Degree | - | - | - | - |
| Public Health, Other Degree | - | - | 2 | - |
| History | ||||
| History Degree | - | - | 2 | - |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences | ||||
| Liberal Arts Degree | - | 20 | 3 | - |
| Psychology | ||||
| Psychology Degree | - | - | 11 | - |
| Recreation and Fitness Studies | ||||
| Sport and Fitness Administration, Management Degree | - | - | 5 | - |
| Science Technology | ||||
| Science Technologies, Other Degree | - | 1 | - | - |
| Theology and Religious Vocations | ||||
| Biblical Studies Degree | - | - | 7 | - |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 495 Undergraduate: 473 Graduate: 22
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 222 Female: 273
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 220 Female: 253
- Graduate Gender Male: 2 Female: 20
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 419 Part-Time: 76
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 410 Part-Time: 63
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 9 Part-Time: 13
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 29 | 6% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 6 | 1% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 2 | 0.4% |
| Ages 18-19 | 130 | 26% |
| Ages 20-21 | 144 | 29% |
| Ages 22-24 | 79 | 16% |
| Ages 25-29 | 38 | 8% |
| Ages 30-34 | 24 | 5% |
| Ages 35-39 | 22 | 4% |
| Ages 40-49 | 32 | 6% |
| Ages 50-65 | 21 | 4% |
| Age Over 65 | 1 | 0.2% |
| Age Unknown | 2 | 0.4% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 160 | 84 | 76 |
| Faculty Status | 74 | 25 | 49 |
| Tenured Faculty | 5 | 5 | - |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 70 | 21 | 49 |
| Primarily Instruction | 70 | 21 | 49 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 49 | 41 | 8 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 17 | 5 | 12 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $38,042 (15) | $40,818 (10) | $32,490 (5) |
| Professor | $44,557 (3) | $44,557 (3) | - (-) |
| Associate Professor | $41,221 (4) | $42,937 (3) | $36,070 (1) |
| Assistant Professor | $35,440 (7) | $36,425 (4) | $34,126 (3) |
| Instructor | $24,000 (1) | - (-) | $24,000 (1) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $55,172 (6) | $56,806 (5) | $47,000 (1) |
| Professor | $59,598 (3) | $59,598 (3) | - (-) |
| Associate Professor | $47,000 (1) | - (-) | $47,000 (1) |
| Assistant Professor | $52,618 (2) | $52,618 (2) | - (-) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $40,071 (21) | $42,705 (15) | $33,484 (6) |
| Professor | $46,660 (6) | $46,660 (6) | - (-) |
| Associate Professor | $40,667 (5) | $42,937 (3) | $37,263 (2) |
| Assistant Professor | $37,131 (9) | $38,634 (6) | $34,126 (3) |
| Instructor | $24,000 (1) | - (-) | $24,000 (1) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $1,131,077 | $556,904 | $574,173 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 49% | 51% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 168 | 86 | 82 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 159 | 82 | 77 |
| Baseball | 23 | 23 | - |
| Basketball | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Golf | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Soccer | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Softball | 17 | - | 17 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Volleyball | 12 | - | 12 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $23,799 | $19,100 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $2,271 | - |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Baseball | 3 | 3 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 2 | - |
| Basketball | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Golf | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Soccer | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Softball | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Volleyball | 1 | - | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 60%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 52% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 48% |
| Female | 57% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 69% |
| Black | 17% |
| Asian | - |
| White | 52% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 27% |
| 5 Years | 42% |
| 6 Years | 46% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Burglary | - | 4 |
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009