Cedarville University
About Cedarville University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Cedarville University is a private Baptist university in Cedarville, Ohio. It offers programs in nursing, engineering, education, and business within a faith-based academic environment, with a strong sense of campus community.
Founded
1887
Location
Cedarville, Ohio
Students
4,552
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
65.3%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
72.5%
Near national average
Tuition
$37,150
Per year
Avg Net Price
$24,468
After financial aid
SAT Average
1241
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$55,443
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
65.3 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$30
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Cedarville University accepts 65.3% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1241/ 1600
ACT Scores
26/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
72.5% complete their degree within six years
Retention
89.6%
4-Year Grad
64%
6-Year Grad
73%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
57.4%
$/Student
$9.9K
Class Size
Medium
While 64% finish in 4 years, 89.6% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$37,150
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,574
Books & Supplies
$1,572
Total Cost of Attendance
$49,320
After Financial Aid
$24,468
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$18,987
Receive Grants
15.2%
Take Loans
33.3%
The total cost of attendance runs about $49,320/yr, including $9,574 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $24,468.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Cedarville University fund their education.
While in School
15.2%
Get Grants
Free money
33.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$78,221
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$20,937
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$222/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 33.3% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $20,937. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Cedarville University.
Gender
53.7%
Female
46%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,024
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
528
Graduates
12.7%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
0.7%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (54% women, 46% men).
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
4,024
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Cedarville University fields 10 varsity teams with 468 student athletes, about 12% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II without football
Conference
Great Midwest
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
10
Biggest: Track and Field (Indoor)
Student Athletes
468
12% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
58% / 42%
270
Men
198
Women
8
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Cedarville Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$55,443
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$69K
136 grads
1yr Earnings
Mechanical Engineering
$69K
48 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$37K
47 grads
1yr Earnings
Design and Applied Arts
$36K
41 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
39 grads
Bible/Biblical Studies
$43K
34 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $48K six years out, growing to $55K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.