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Ohio Northern University Reviews

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  • 7 out of 7 people found this review useful.

    HS Senior looking for the right college

    Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.

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    Will learn a lot

    Smaller school but a lot of majors to choose from. Teachers will take an interest in their students

    Bang for the buck

    Pretty good scholarship opportunities

    Tips for prospective students

    Beautiful campus. Don't be put off with the small town around the campus. There seems to be a lot to do since just about all the students live on campus.

    Great for these types of students

    Students looking to get involved in their college experience

  • 4 out of 4 people found this review useful.

    Kiersten from Gibsonburg, OH

    Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.

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    Tips for prospective students

    This is a great place.

    Great for these types of students

    This school is great for students that plan to play sports and like to socialize.

  • 2 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    Kyle from Troy, MI

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The professors are extremely helpful and accomodating. Many of them leave in Ada and don't mind making time for students individually. Class sizes are around 30, which is benefitial.

    Am enjoying being here

    You meet tons of fun people from all over. It is a smaller campus, so everyone knows everyone, which makes it just like your hometown.

    Bang for the buck

    I am in the pharmacy program, and it is one of the best in the nation. ONU has an extremely high pass percentage on the boards, which is comforting to students.

  • 2 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    Sam

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Professors at ONU take an incredibly hands-on approach to teaching. Their dedication and support can't be ignored, helping students to achieve excellence and find their True North.

    Am enjoying being here

    Students, faculty, and staff at ONU are warm and welcoming from the moment you step foot on campus. No matter where you go, you will be greeted with a smile and a helping hand. The small school atmosphere makes it hard to not enjoy your time here...you are sure to run into a friend around every corner!

    Bang for the buck

    It can't be denied that ONU is an expensive private school, but don't let that discourage you! Financial Aid is readily available and the quality degree programs are well-worth the investment.

    Tips for prospective students

    Get involved as soon as you reach campus! Ada is a small community, but once you meet friends and participate in campus organizations, you will forget that you are surrounded by corn fields!

    Great for these types of students

    ONU is great for students who are looking for personalized education and a tight-knit campus community. The university has top-ranking pharmacy, engineering, and business colleges. There are also many unique degree programs, such as a 6-year Pharm D, Pharmaceutical Business, Forensic Accounting, and Forensic Biology.

  • 2 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    Sean from Urbana, OH

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    I am only a freshmen, so most of my classes are sort of repetitive. However, I have learned alot.

    Am enjoying being here

    Ohio Northern has some of the best peole around. Everyone is friendly and the lady at the cafeteria always knows your name. The professors are always happy to help. The campus is beautiful and even though Ada is very sparse, I like being here on weekends.

    Bang for the buck

    I would say this only if you get a scholarship. If you are paying the whole 45K a year, then no it is not worth it. But just about any scholarship nets you a very managable payment, only a little higher than the state schools in the area. With the quality and people, I would say that it is definately worth it.

    Tips for prospective students

    Apply for the school scholarships such as the presidential, dean scholarships. These can pay up to half of your expences.

    Great for these types of students

    Hard workers.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Kaitlin from Oregonia, OH

    Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.

    Categories Rating Comments
    Bang for the buck

    kinda expensive

    Tips for prospective students

    Don't be put off by the small town of Ada. ONU is an amazing school, especially if you want to go into pharmacy.

    Great for these types of students

    Students in the top of their class looking into engineering or pharmacy who don't need a big city to stay occupied.

  • 0 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    Chau from Columbus, OH

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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  • Kate from Pickerington, OH

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Ohio Northern is strong, both academically and athletically. They have pretty tough classes, but professors are fair. Professors are very passionate about their jobs, and the material they are teaching.

    Tips for prospective students

    Work hard from the very beginning. Start freshman year off strong, the harder you work then, the easier it will be the rest of your college career.

    Academic Rigor

    Classes are pretty tough often times. They are definitely more challenging than most public schools.

    Dorm Life

    There are public bathrooms for freshman, but after freshman year you have your own, or you share it with your roommate. Each year the dorm you can stay in improves. Dorms are a little small, at first, but you are by no means cramped.

    Food and Dining

    There are a number of different dining options, so usually you will be able to find something that suits you. The main cafeteria serves decent food. You get 21 meal swipes a week, which can be difficult to use all of them. Additionally you get 250 points, which you can use at various locations on campus or in town.

    What to do for fun

    There are a few dining establishments in Ada. Also, Findlay and Lima are about a 20 minute drive and there is quite a bit to do in those cities. There is a bowling alley about 5 minutes away from campus, and a movie theater within walking distance.

    Bang for the buck

    I would say tuition is a little high for what we get. However, many changes are being made on campus, so it is understandable that fees start to rise.

    Clubs and Activities

    There are quite a few clubs on campus. At the beginning of the school year there is this an event called Welcomefest. All of the clubs and organizations are there and hand out free stuff.

    Campus Safety

    There is security that is patrolling at all times. Additionally, there are emergency buttons placed throughout campus.

  • Carmen from Haskins, OH

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Campus is really nice and there's always something to do here, meaning there are always events being planned for everyone to enjoy. The professor's are amazing and they actually have experience in what they are teaching so that makes them more knowledgable about your perspective field.

    Tips for prospective students

    Make sure you visit, some people don't realize it's in the middle of nowhere. Make sure you bring clothes for all kinds of weather, especially rainboots because it rains often.

    Academic Rigor

    The professor's are nice and fun. They also know what they're talking about since they are required to have work experience in their field of teaching.

    Dorm Life

    So much fun! Since it's a small college you make friends fast. The freshman dorms are beautiful and spacious (for the most part).

    Food and Dining

    Greasy, but once you dab the grease off when it's really is greasy it's really good. I feel like they close too early on the weekends, but you can spend your points at the convenience store in the Affinity apartments and get food there earlier in the week.

    What to do for fun

    There's always an event being planned for students to take part in. There's also plenty of organizations to become involved with. You can also get a group of friends together and go to Lima or the Ada movie theatre or even just walk around the beautiful Ohio Northern campus.

    Bang for the buck

    It's a tad expensive, but that's because of the electricity bill. I'd say it's well worth the money, because the financial aid office really lowers the price so you can afford to come here.

    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    Mud Volleyball at the beginning of the year is always fun and so is Greekapalooza. Greekapalooza is when you meet all of the sororities and fraternities and they normally have inflatibles and refreshments for everyone to enjoy.

    Great for these types of students

    It's good for students who want to become involved with their campus and not want to be just a number. It's also good for students who think that they would be overwhelmed by a larger campus, because we are a really small school.

    Clubs and Activities

    There's something for everyone here and if there isn't something here that peaks your interest you can start your own club. The various clubs and activities introduce you to all kinds of people that will soon become your very close friends.

    Greek Life

    We have the standard Greek life on campus but we also have other social fraternities and sororities and we have honors ones for specific majors to join. All the Greeks get along and there's no hazing when you're going through rush.

    Campus Safety

    Campus is very safe. Ada is a safe town and that aspect of safety comes into Ohio Northern. Both police forces make sure everyone is safe.

  • Whitney from West Chester, OH

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    ohio northern is a welcoming campus.
    the university provides many opportunities to get involved.
    the class sizes are small, so you get to know your professors well and they get to know you.

    Tips for prospective students

    apply for scholarships early!
    visit the school before you make your decision!

    What to do for fun

    go bowling for $1! (student discount)
    late night trips to wal-mart with friends.
    audition for the school musical!
    greek life!

    Bang for the buck

    it's expensive here, but apply for scholarships early & get creative if you do not want to take out loans!

    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    el campo - great food!
    padrones pizza!
    nom! (northern on main cafe)

    Great for these types of students

    students who do not mind living in a rural area

    Clubs and Activities

    greek life
    habitat for humanity
    gospel ensemble
    black student union

    Greek Life

    alpha xi delta
    kappa theta alpha
    zeta tau alpha
    delta zeta

    sigma pi
    theta xi

    Campus Safety

    onu is a very safe place!

  • Sadie from Nova, OH

    Reviewer is A current student here.

    Categories Rating Comments
    In three sentences

    the professors at onu tend to each student on a high level. they really care about the student's success. onu is a wonderful school.

    Tips for prospective students

    be prepared for the hardwork and the extra studying you will have to do. but above all else enjoy your time here.

    Academic Rigor

    the classes are tough academically, but as long as you study hard you will do fine.

    Dorm Life

    the more seniority you have the better living arrangements you get.

    Food and Dining

    the food could be better, but it is pretty good for cafe food.

    What to do for fun

    you have to make your own fun in ada, but it can be done.

    Great for these types of students

    students who like small schools.

    Clubs and Activities

    there are tons of clubs and activities to chose from.

    Greek Life

    55 percent of campus is greek.

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