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Ohio Christian University, OCU, is a private career-focused baccalaureate college in Circleville, Ohio that was founded in 1948 as the Mount of Praise Bible College with the objective of training ministers for the Churches of Christ in Christian Union. It was later renamed Circleville Bible College before finally becoming Ohio Christian University in 2006. The university remains affiliated with the Churches of Christ in Christian Nation.
The campus of Ohio Christian University is based in a rural area. The Case Clock Tower, which is located at the center of the campus, was named after the head of the bible and theology department David A. Case. Students are offered associate's and bachelor's degrees in arts. Online degree programs, as well as a degree completion programs for adults are also available.
OCU's athletic teams, which are called The Trailblazers, participate in the Mid-East Region of National Christian College Athletic Association in baseball, golf, basketball, volleyball, softball and soccer.
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Campus Location1476 Lancaster Pike
Circleville, OH 43113
USA
Main Tel: (740) 474-8896
Web Site The campus is in a town not particularly near any major cities. |
HighlightsWhere the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below): Other important characteristics: - Library on-campus
- Campus housing available
- Student meal (board) plan
- Distance learning available
- Weekend study option
- Part-time classes available
Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| Bachelor | 104 | 5 | | Associate | 5 | 1 |
StudentsStudent enrollment was 636 in 2007-2008 (575 full-time equivalent). About 60% of the freshmen class in 2008-2009 was male and women were 40% of the class. Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. About 1% of freshmen are from countries other than the US. Students living in the US make up 99% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 14,060 | | Room and board | $ 5,990 | | Books and supplies | $ 1,900 | | Other | $ 6,000 |
Financial Aid: Ohio Christian University participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
FacultyTenure (2008-2009): | Full-Time Faculty | | Total |
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| Without tenure; tenure not available | | 16 |
Housing and MealsOhio Christian University provides on-campus housing for 202 of its 575 (full-time) students (as of 2008-2009). Students may purchase a meal plan which includes 19 meals weekly.
Admissions (2008-2009)| Applicants | Admitted |
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| Men | 90% | | Women | 89% | | All | 90% |
SAT Test Scores:| SAT | Middle 50% |
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| Verbal | 520-580 | | Math | 410-420 | | Writing | 460-530 |
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2008-2009 in parentheses) BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (20 awarded) - Human Resources Management and Services
EDUCATION AND TEACHING (13 awarded) - Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods
LIBERAL ARTS (7 awarded) RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY (42 awarded) - Theology and Religious Vocations
THERAPY AND COUNSELING (27 awarded)
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