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University of Northwestern Ohio

#1869 in US ranking Lima, OH
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$28,013
Tuition & fees
$13,366
Avg. aid
$7,217
Receiving aid
94%

Outcomes

Graduation rate
54%
Median salary
$49,281
1 yr after graduation

What does University of Northwestern Ohio offer in terms of athletics?

UNOH competes in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with varsity teams known as the Racers. Its athletics offerings include sports such as baseball, basketball, bowling, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, and volleyball.

Varsity participation involves team selection and organized intercollegiate competition. It is different from intramural sports, which offer recreational competition within the campus community. Cheerleading and other listed activities may have their own participation and scheduling requirements; prospective athletes should check the current roster and recruiting information for the particular team that interests them.

A listed sport does not imply that every applicant can join its varsity roster or receive an athletic award. Students weighing athletics alongside a demanding academic program should ask about practice, travel, and competition schedules.

What student groups and Associations are available at University of Northwestern Ohio?

UNOH lists student organizations connected to professional interests, service, and recreation. Examples include Business Professionals of America, the American Marketing Association, Optimist Club, ROTORAC, and Drag Club.

These groups offer different kinds of involvement: a professional organization may emphasize networking and career activities, while a service or interest-based club may provide a way to meet people outside class. Club names and activity levels can change, so students seeking a particular group should check the current student-activities directory for meeting times and membership requirements.

Who studies at University of Northwestern Ohio?

UNOH reported total enrollment of 2,525 students. Its entering population includes both first-time students and transfers: reported first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate enrollment was 842, compared with 142 transfer-in students.

The university draws heavily from beyond Ohio. About 31% of students were Ohio residents, 64% came from other U.S. states, and 5% came from foreign countries in the reported enrollment data. That geographic mix is worth considering when planning travel home, transportation, and whether to live on campus.

For the reported full-time, degree-seeking first-year group, men substantially outnumbered women: 692 men and 141 women. Those figures describe a particular entering group, not the gender composition of every major or the entire university. UNOH also reports a student-to-faculty ratio of 24 to 1; that institution-wide ratio does not predict the size of an individual lecture, lab, or workshop.

How does student life look like at University of Northwestern Ohio?

Daily life at UNOH combines a residential population with a substantial commuter population. About one-third of students are reported to live on campus, while roughly two-thirds commute, so participation in activities may depend on class and travel schedules as well as personal interest.

Students can connect through campus events, intramural sports, organizations, and varsity athletics. The university also reports personal or psychological counseling and a veterans affairs office. Applicants for whom a particular support service is important should confirm its current hours, eligibility rules, and appointment process.

Program schedules may shape the campus experience as much as extracurricular choices. A student with extensive lab or shop time may need to plan work and activities differently from a student taking primarily classroom-based courses.

What libraries are available to students at University of Northwestern Ohio?

The Dr. Cheryl Mueller Library is UNOH's main campus library. It provides a dedicated place for academic study, and students are reported to be able to reserve study rooms.

Study-room access can be particularly useful for group assignments or work that requires a quieter space than a common area. The library is not reported to maintain 24-hour study areas, so students planning late-night work should check its current hours and room-reservation rules.

For research assignments, students should consult the library about available databases, journals, research assistance, and access to materials beyond its physical collection. The resources needed for an accounting paper may differ from those needed for a technical or health-related project.

University of Northwestern Ohio Student Life for 2027

Total enrollment

2525

Full Time Degree Seeking Freshmen

833

Member of Athletic Associations

NAIA

Total staff

84 full time, 53 part time

Veterans affair office

Yes

University of Northwestern Ohio Student Body

Undergraduate vs. graduate students

Undergraduate: 2,495
Graduate: 30

Full-time vs. part-time students

Full-time: 2,346
Part-time: 179

Full-time degree-seeking students by gender

Women: 141
Men: 692

Students by race/ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino: 153
Black or African American: 126
White: 1,964
American Indian or Alaska Native: 25
Asian: 20
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 6
Unknown: 83

University of Northwestern Ohio Sports & Athletics

  • Member of NAIA

Varsity teams compete against other colleges, intramural teams within the school. Each column says whether men, women or both take part, and whether the sport offers athletic scholarships (Aid).

Sport

Varsity Intramural Aid

Baseball

Men–Men

Basketball

BothBothBoth

Bowling

BothBothBoth

Cheerleading

Women–Women

Golf

Both–Both

Sand volleyball

–Both–

Soccer

BothBothBoth

Softball

Women–Women

Tennis

Both–Both

Volleyball

WomenBothWomen

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.