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Ohio Valley University

#1 Campus View Drive, Vienna, WV 26105

Overview

  • OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 00381900
  • President: Harold Shank
  • Fax: (304) 865-6001
  • Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
  • Calendar System: Semester
  • Highest Degree: Master's
  • Local Area: Small City
  • Student Enrollment: 482

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Student Services Offered

  • Remedial Services
  • Academic or Career Counseling Services
  • Employment Services
  • Placement Assistance For Graduates

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning
  • Study Abroad
  • 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
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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, Selective, Higher Transfer-In
  • Enrollment Classification
    • - Very High Undergraduate
  • Size Classification
    • - Very Small Four-Year, Highly Residential

Degrees & Programs

Awarded Student Degrees and Programs

The following is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered. The table below details the number of degrees or certificates that were awarded in the 2010-11 school year to graduates broken down by degree or major type. Please contact Ohio Valley University directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

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Biology Degree-3-
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Business and Marketing Studies

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Accounting Degree-13-
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Business Administration Degree-8-
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Commerce Degree-16-
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Human Resources Degree-2-
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Management Information Systems Degree---
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Marketing Degree-3-
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Education

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Curriculum and Instruction Degree--5
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Elementary Education Degree-11-
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Secondary Education Degree-5-
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English Language and Literature

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Health and Clinical Professions

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Public Health, Other Degree-3-
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History

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Liberal Arts and Sciences

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Liberal Arts Degree325-
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Mathematics and Statistics

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Psychology

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Psychology Degree-9-
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Recreation and Fitness Studies

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Sport and Fitness Administration, Management Degree-3-
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Science Technology

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Security and Protective Services

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Social Sciences

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Theology and Religious Vocations

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Biblical Studies Degree-7-
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Admissions

Disclaimer

The admissions information is provided for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future admissions policy.

Admissions Quick Facts

Admissions Summary

Prospective students should view the admission and application details below to get a better idea of the candidates Ohio Valley University accepts. Some of the details provided may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, a range of SAT/ACT scores of accepted students, as well as any college credits that may be accepted. This information can be used to get a better idea of your chances of getting into Ohio Valley University.

The Ohio Valley University admissions office phone number is (304) 865-6200. This is the last updated number we have on file, please contact us if incorrect.

Application Fees

  • Undergraduate Application Fee: $20.00 Fall 2011
  • Graduate Application Fee: $30.00 Fall 2011

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credit
  • Life Experience Credit
  • AP Credit

Considerations for Admission

  • 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 2011

 MaleFemaleTotal
Number of Applicants437433870
Number Granted Admission (%)208 (48%)189 (44%)397 (46%)
Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%)86 (41%)61 (32%)147 (37%)

Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2011

 NumberPercent (%)
SAT ® Exam4027%
ACT ® Exam12585%

SAT Scores for Accepted Students Fall 2011

 25th Percentile75th Percentile
SAT ® Critical Reading430590
SAT ® Math430540
SAT ® Writing420560

ACT Scores for Accepted Students Fall 2011

 25th Percentile75th Percentile
ACT ® Composite1824
ACT ® English1624
ACT ® Math1723

Enrollment Data

Overall Student Enrollment

  • Total Student Enrollment: 482

    • - Undergraduate: 442

    - Graduate: 40

Student Gender

  • Total Student Gender

    • - Male: 222

    - Female: 273

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.8 : 1

  • Undergraduate Gender

    • - Male: 220

    - Female: 253

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.9 : 1

  • Graduate Gender

    • - Male: 2

    - Female: 20

    - Ratio of Men to Women: 0.1 : 1

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

 NumberPercent
Non-Resident Alien235%
American Indian--
Black214%
Asian--
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander--
Hispanic184%
White40484%
Unknown112%

Student Age Breakdown

 NumberPercent
Age Under 1820.4%
Ages 18-1913026%
Ages 20-2114429%
Ages 22-247916%
Ages 25-29388%
Ages 30-34245%
Ages 35-39224%
Ages 40-49326%
Ages 50-65214%
Age Over 6510.2%
Age Unknown20.4%

Graduation Rates

Disclaimer

The data listed below is for informational purposes only. Although graduation, transfer, and retention rates should be included in determining the performance of a school, it is only one of many factors to consider and may not provide a clear representation of the school's performance. These figures are based on a cohort or subset of students.

Graduation and Retention Rates Quick Facts

Retention Rates

The retention rate figures represent the percentage of first time students (full-time or part-time) that complete the first year and return the following year.

  • Full-Time Students: 69%

Overall Graduation Rates

 (%) of Entering Class
All Students40%

Graduation Rates By Gender

 (%) of Entering Class
Male41%
Female40%

Graduation Rates By Race

 (%) of Entering Class
Non-Resident Alien60%
Black-
Asian-
Hispanic50%
White40%
Unknown-

Graduation Rates By Number of Years to Graduate

 (%) of Entering Class
4 Years or Less25%
5 Years31%
6 Years34%

Tuition & Fees

Disclaimer:

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition and Fees Quick Facts

Alternative Tuition Plans Offered

  • Tuition Payment Plan

    - Allows tuition to be paid in installments over an agreed upon period of time.

To get a personalized estimate for the cost of attending Ohio Valley University, visit their online calculator by clicking the following link: http://ovu.edu

Estimated Cost of Attendance or "Net Price" for Full-Time Beginning Students

The "Net Price" figures apply to undergraduate students beginning full-time enrollment who have paid the in-state/district tuition and were awarded grants or scholarships.

 2010-112009-102008-09
Average Net Price$15,059$15,952$12,833
$0 - $30,000$15,328$17,459$13,970
$30,000 - $48,000$16,546$12,820$11,757
$48,001 - $75,000$15,378$16,524$14,657
$75,001 - $110,000$18,901$15,722$15,623
More Than $110,000$15,852$18,797$17,701

Undergraduate Student Tuition, Fees, and Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
In-District Tuition and Fees$18,050$17,910$17,910
In-State Tuition and Fees$18,050$17,910$17,910
Out of State Tuition and Fees$18,050$17,910$17,910
Books and Supplies$1,000$1,000$1,000

Undergraduate Housing Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
Room and Board$6,446$6,460$6,460
Other Expenses$2,000$2,000$2,000
Off Campus
Room and Board$6,446$6,460$6,460
Other Expenses$2,000$2,000$2,000
Off Campus with Family
Other Expenses$1,200$2,000$1,200

Undergraduate Total Expenses

2011-122010-112009-10
On Campus
In-District$27,496$27,370$27,370
In-State$27,496$27,370$27,370
Out of State$27,496$27,370$27,370
Off Campus
In-District$27,496$27,370$27,370
In-State$27,496$27,370$27,370
Out of State$27,496$27,370$27,370
Off Campus with Family
In-District$20,250$20,110$20,110
In-State$20,250$20,110$20,110
Out of State$20,250$20,110$20,110

Financial Aid

Disclaimer

The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and does not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

Financial Aid Quick Facts

Financial Aid Office Phone Number

The Ohio Valley University financial aid office phone number is (304) 865-6075. This is the most up to date contact information we have, please contact us if incorrect.

Financial Aid Breakdown 2010-11

 # Receiving Aid% Receiving AidAverage Amount
Any Financial Aid110100%-
Any Grant or Scholarship Aid10696%$10,941
All Federal Grants6155%$4,298
Pell Grants6155%$3,814
Other Federal Grants4238%$702
State/Local Grants & Scholarships3027%$2,759
Institutional Grants & Scholarships10091%$8,148
All Student Loans9485%$8,173
Federal Student Loans9385%$6,389
Other Student Loans2321%$7,568

Federal Loans - Student Repayment Default Rates

This table shows the number and percentage of students who received federal student loans but had problems paying them back. A high default rate may represent a lack of quality instruction or a poor hiring climate for graduates of a school.

 200920082007
Default Rate (%)5.0%4.8%4.1%
Number in Default987
Number in Repayment177166167

Housing & Meals

Campus Housing Information - Room & Board

  • Are On-Campus Board or Meal Plans Provided?:

    • - Yes, however the number of meals may vary per week.

  • Is Living On-Campus Required?:

    • - No

On-Campus Dorms - Details

  • Total Dormatory Capacity: 272
  • Estimated Cost for On-Campus Dorm: $3,296

Crime & Safety

Criminal Offenses Per Year

This table reports the number of criminal charges per year that took place both on and off campus. These figures were reported by the institutions themselves and have not been subject to independent review.

 2010-112009-102008-09
On Campus
Burglary712
Residence Hall
Burglary41-

Sports & Teams

Athletic Associations

  • Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

NCAA or NAIA Conferences

  • College Basketball Conference: West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conf
  • College Baseball Conference: West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conf
  • College Track & Field Conference: West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conf

Student Aid Amounts for Athletes

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
Total Aid$1,302,706$736,829$565,877
Ratio (%)100%57%43%

Sports and Players Breakdown

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
All Athletes20713770
Unduplicated Athletes20013466
Baseball3131-
Basketball352312
Golf1495
Lacrosse2020-
Soccer412516
Softball17-17
Track and Field, X-Country16106
Volleyball14-14
Wrestling1919-

Coaches Salary Breakdown

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
Head Coaches-$21,022$18,212
Assistant Coaches-$2,867$2,500

Number of Coaches Per Team

 TotalMen's TeamsWomen's Teams
All Coaches241410
Baseball33-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches22-
Basketball431
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches22-
Golf312
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches1-1
Lacrosse11-
Head Coaches11-
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Soccer321
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches11-
Softball2-2
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches1-1
Track and Field, X-Country422
Head Coaches211
Assistant Coaches211
Volleyball2-2
Head Coaches1-1
Assistant Coaches1-1
Wrestling22-
Head Coaches11-
Assistant Coaches11-

Faculty & Instructors

Employee Type Breakdown

 TotalFull-TimePart-Time
Total Employees1547678
Faculty Status802258
Tenured Faculty44-
Graduate Assistants5-5
Instruction, Research and/or Public Service802258
Primarily Instruction802258
Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial1111-
Other Professionals41329
Technical and/or Paraprofessional221111
Clerical And Secretarial972
Service and/or Maintenance1349

Full-Time Faculty Average Salary Breakdown

 TotalMaleFemale
9/10 Month Contract
All Faculty$41,447 (18)$43,462 (11)$38,281 (7)
Professor$46,779 (4)$46,779 (4)- (-)
Associate Professor$42,376 (5)$41,906 (2)$42,690 (3)
Assistant Professor$38,562 (9)$41,431 (5)$34,975 (4)
11/12 Month Contract
All Faculty$58,949 (4)$69,398 (2)$48,500 (2)
Professor$62,898 (2)$78,795 (1)$47,000 (1)
Associate Professor$60,000 (1)$60,000 (1)- (-)
Assistant Professor$50,000 (1)- (-)$50,000 (1)
Equated 9 Month Contract
All Faculty$42,681 (22)$45,511 (13)$38,593 (9)
Professor$48,340 (6)$50,317 (5)$38,455 (1)
Associate Professor$43,496 (6)$44,301 (3)$42,690 (3)
Assistant Professor$38,797 (10)$41,431 (5)$36,162 (5)
*Not all of the programs above may be offered
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2011: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
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