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About Ohio Christian University

Ohio Christian University is a private, not-for-profit school that has been providing quality education for its students since its founding in 1948. Based in Circleville, this school places an emphasis on educating its students holistically, aiming to prepare them for their professional and spiritual lives. The school has a wide array of online offerings, with programs ranging from the associate's to the master's degree levels in topics including business, information technology, leadership, ministry, criminal justice, and biblical studies.

Accredited by the Association for Biblical Higher Education, the Higher Learning Commission, Ohio Christian University offers fully online programs, as well as OCU Plus, a unique take on online education. OCU Plus enables enrolled students to complete all coursework online, while also earning credit for internships, study abroad experiences, or other work within the community. Students in this program benefit from gaining real-world experiences that help set them apart from other online degree students when applying for jobs after graduation.

Why Ohio Christian University

  • Tuition Assistance: OCU students can apply for federal and state financial aid, making tuition more affordable. There is even a special reduced tuition rate for students in the military.
  • Flexible Schedule: With an asynchronous format, students can log in to complete work at whatever time is most convenient for them.
  • Credit for Previous Learning: OCU provides students with the opportunity to receive course credit for prior work experience, classes, training programs, and more.

Admission Requirements:

To be considered for admission to the OCUOnline Plus program at Ohio Christian University all candidates must meet the following requirements:

  • Regular Admission: GPA 2.5+ AND ACT 19+ OR SAT 980+ OR CLT 58+
  • Provisional Admission: GPA 2.0-2.4 AND ACT 17-18 OR SAT 900-940 OR CLT 50-54