Ohio Dominican University (ODU)
Major Intakes
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Ranking
Excellence Recognized Worldwide
Recognized for personalized learning, small class sizes, and student support
Known as a value-focused private Catholic university in Columbus, Ohio
Academic Programs & Deadlines
University Overview / History
Founded in 1911, Ohio Dominican University is a private Catholic institution in the Dominican tradition located in Columbus, Ohio. The university emphasizes liberal arts learning, professional preparation, close faculty mentorship, and a student-centered campus experience.
Foundation & Key Facts
- Established by the Dominican Sisters of Peace
- Known for a supportive learning environment and personalized advising
- Offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across business, sciences, education, and health-related fields
Location Insights (City / State)
Columbus is one of the fastest-growing Midwest cities and a major hub for education, healthcare, logistics, finance, and technology. Students benefit from internship access, a moderate cost of living relative to larger coastal cities, and strong regional employer demand.
About Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, the capital of Ohio, offers students a balanced mix of affordability, internships, sports culture, and urban amenities. Major neighborhoods, public transit links, cultural venues, and a growing innovation ecosystem make it a practical destination for international and domestic students alike.
| Expense | Undergraduate | Graduate |
| Tuition &
Fees |
$37,000 | $13,500 |
| Health Insurance | $1,800 | $1,800 |
| Books | $1,200 | $900 |
| Living | $14,500 | $14,500 |
| Total | $54,500 | $30,700 |
Career Opportunities
| Companies
& Industry Exposure
|
Job
& Employability |
| Students
in Columbus gain exposure to major employers such as JPMorgan Chase,
Nationwide, Cardinal Health, OhioHealth, Abbott, and public-sector
organizations. |
ODU
supports employability through career advising, internship guidance, resume
support, and employer engagement in the Columbus region. |
| The city supports opportunities in business, healthcare, data,
education, nonprofit work, and sports management. |
Its location
provides access to practical learning opportunities during study and a
broader network for internships and post-graduation career pathways. |
Admission Procedure
| Admissions
& Test Prep Admission Requirements |
Language
Requirements(Undergraduate) | Language
Requirements(Graduate) |
| Typical
admission items include an online application, academic transcripts, proof of
secondary-school or prior university completion, passport copy, academic GPA
review, and financial documents for I-20 processing. |
TOEFL iBT: 71 | Graduate and professional programs may require higher scores depending on the department. |
| Some graduate programs
may also require a resume, statement of purpose, or recommendations. |
IELTS: 6.0 | |
| Duolingo: 95 | ||
| Pearson (PTE): 50 |
Funding & International Student Support
| Scholarships
& Financial Aid |
Visa
Process | Additional
Requirements |
| Ohio
Dominican University offers merit-based scholarships for eligible
undergraduate students, need-based aid where applicable, and selected
graduate assistance or employer-supported funding options depending on the
program. |
Receive admission confirmation from Ohio
Dominican University | Additional
materials may include bank statement / affidavit of support |
| Early application can improve scholarship consideration. |
Submit financial documentation for I-20 issuance and pay
the SEVIS fee | Translated
transcripts if applicable |
| Complete the DS-160 visa application | Credential evaluation for some international
records | |
| Schedule the F-1 visa
interview, and carry the admission and financial documents for embassy review
and travel. | Immunization documentation, and program-specific prerequisites for
graduate or health-related programs. |
Student Testimonials
Tristan Rock
USAThe ability to learn in a small classroom setting where the student professor ratio was in my favor allowed me to make both personal and professional relationships. Ohio Dominican is a small school setting, set in the big city of Columbus. Both of these aspects are what drew me to Ohio Dominican. I was able to use all resources that were afforded to me such as Financial Aid, Student Services, Career Development. In the small schools setting. I was able to build personal relationships with every department. Using these relationships helped build me into the student/ professional I am today. I am very lucky to have attended ODU
Sherrie W.
USAI can honestly say that ODU humbled me as an educator. I was always that student that had their hand raised, but ODU showed me that there was way more to just knowing the answer. There was the why and how the student arrived at an answer. I'm glad I had the opportunity to attend. I wish the tuition was a little better on the pocket though.
Nicole Ridley
USAWhen searching for a graduate program, I was looking for flexibility and a quality education. As a working professional and mother, I needed a program that fit into my busy schedule. This program allowed me to obtain the knowledge I need to take my career to the next level all while balancing life.
J
USAOhio Dominican University was amazing! They gave me so many opportunities to have first hand experiences in the classroom with children. All of the professors were former elementary teachers so they offered so much insight. ODU was always willing to accomodate you with whatever help you may need. Without ODU, I wouldn't have learned as much as I did. I feel so prepared to teach my own class now!! I am glad that the people at ODU always had my best interest in mind!!!
Anonymous
USAI like how it's a small, tight-knit community. I think with bigger colleges, it's harder to connect with other people, not only other students, but also with your professors. At ODU, the class sizes are smaller, which I love because it gives me the opportunity to connect and talk with other students. I've only been at ODU for less than a month, but I've already made connections in my classes. Everyone is super nice here, and the campus life is awesome. The campus offers lots of events to go to and clubs to join. It really feels like a family, like you're cared about at ODU
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