The first and most comprehensive in the state, the OHIO Guarantee has enabled students (Ohio residents and nonresidents alike) to pay a single fixed rate that covers tuition, room and meal plan, and fees for four years. With the OHIO Guarantee+, the University is expanding on its commitment to transparency, predictability and an affordable college experience.
Tuition and Costs
U.S. News & World Report ranked 51ÂÒÂ× the #1 Best Value Public University in Ohio and 26th in the nation. We're proud of this ranking, because we are continuously striving to make college more affordable and accessible, while maintaining the high quality and value of an OHIO education.
The OHIO Guarantee® ensures that costs are predictable and that scholarships and financial aid packages hold their value while students work toward a degree. Additional efforts at increasing affordability include joining the Open Textbook network and partnering with Top Hat to make open, license-free educational materials available to students.
Athens Campus Undergraduate | eCampus/OHIO Online | Regional Campuses | Graduate
Financial Aid & Scholarships
51ÂÒÂ× is committed to helping you reach your educational goals. Scholarships, need-based aid and other forms of financial assistance are available to help.
Athens Campus
Review the estimated costs per year for Ohio residents, out-of-state residents or international students attending the Athens campus by expanding your selection. Please note: The information in each table is an estimate per year.*
Ohio Residents 2025-2026
| Expense Category | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees | $14,582 |
| Room (Standard Double) | $8,678 |
| Meal Plan (Traditional 14) | $5,406 |
| TOTAL | $28,666 |
Out-of-State Residents 2025-2026
| Expense Category | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees | $25,796 |
| Room (Standard Double) | $8,678 |
| Meal Plan (Traditional 14) | $5,406 |
| TOTAL | $39,880 |
International Students 2025-2026
| Expense Category | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees | $25,796 |
| Living Expenses | $16,178 |
| Lodging (Standard Double) | $8,678 |
| Meals (Traditional 14) | $5,406 |
| Personal Expenses (estimated funds for books, supplies, and spending money) | $2,094 |
| Health Insurance | $2,820 |
| TOTAL | $44,794 |
2026-2027 total amount required to demonstrate availability of funds for an I-20 Certificate of Eligibility: $44,794
Please note: The total listed represents one academic year (two semesters of study). Students who wish to study over the summer semester will need to budget additional funds.
Visit the Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships for the overall Cost of Attendance, which includes indirect costs (books/supplies, transportation and personal expenses).
Additional details about tuition and fees can be found at the Office of the Bursar. At OHIO, you can choose from a variety of room and meal plans to meet your price point. A Standard Double room is among the most affordable housing options, and the Traditional 14 is the lowest-priced meal plan for freshmen living on campus. Second-year students have additional meal plan options.
Regional Campuses
Review the estimated costs per year for Ohio residents or out-of-state residents attending a regional campus by expanding your selection. Please note: The information in each table is an estimate per year.*
Ohio Residents 2025-2026
| Expense Category | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees | $6,552 |
Out-of-State Residents 2025-2026
| Expense Category | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees | $9,788 |
eCampus/OHIO Online
Review the estimated costs per year for Ohio residents or out-of-state residents enrolled in eCampus/OHIO Online by clicking to expand your selection. Please note: The information in each table is an estimate per year, and additional fees may apply.*
Ohio Residents 2025-2026
| Expense Category | Cost |
|---|---|
| eCampus tuition and general fee | $334/credit hour |
Out-of-State Residents 2025-2026
| Expense Category | Cost |
|---|---|
| eCampus tuition and general fee | $344/credit hour |
Other Fees
| Expense Category | Cost |
|---|---|
| Student Information System & Network Fee (maximum $33) | $3/credit hour |
| Career and Experiential Learning Fee (maximum $36) | $3/credit hour |
| Bachelor of Science in business (9 core courses only) | $25/credit hour |
| Correctional Education program | $100/credit hour |
You will be required to complete a consortium agreement if you are pursuing a bachelor's degree completion program in conjunction with a community college partner and are planning dual enrollment for the same term. A consortium agreement is a contract between the student, 51ÂÒÂ×, and the host (partner) institution and must be submitted by the deadline listed on the agreement for the term you intend to dual enroll.
*All tuition, fees and expenses are subject to change by action of the Board of Trustees.
Additional Resources
Explore additional resources to help you better understand the options available to you and their associated costs.
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Ohio Residency (In-State Tuition)
Students classified as Ohio residents for tuition purposes receive the benefit of a state-supported education, funded largely by the taxpayers of Ohio. Review the Ohio Residency page to determine if you may qualify for Ohio Residency for university fee purposes.
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Veterans Administration Educational Benefits
If you are currently serving or have retired from the military, you or your spouse may be able to use funding through the GI Bill.