ONU Alert:
Bomb Threat: All Clear
All ONU buildings have been searched and cleared by law enforcement. Students may return to residence halls and other campus housing. All academic buildings, including Heterick Library and the James Lehr Kennedy Engineering building, will remain closed until tomorrow morning at 7 a.m. Classes and normal business operations, including the Child Development Center, Health Center, and Counseling Center, will resume on Wednesday, May 6 at 8 a.m. The ONU Healthwise Pharmacy will open at 9 a.m. as scheduled.
We understand situations like these can be stressful. Assistance is available if you would like to speak to someone. Students, may call the Counseling Center to make an appointment or reach out to the Residence Life staff, if you need a listening ear. Faculty and staff may receive support through our Employee Assistance Program by calling 1-888-628-4824 or on the web.
We appreciate your patience as we worked to ensure the safety of our University community. We thank ONU Public Safety, the Ada Police Department, Hardin County Sheriff’s Office, Kenton Police, Forest Police, Perry Township Police, and the West Central Regional Bomb Squad for their swift response and thoroughness.
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True North
We're #1
ONU is the #1 college in the Midwest in the new 2026 U.S. News and World Report rankings. On the publication’s 2026 Best Regional Colleges Midwest list, ONU is ranked #1 overall. We also ranked #1 in Best Value Schools and #1 for Best College for Veterans in the ratings.
And The Wall Street Journal ranks ONU as the #1 school in Ohio for value and salary impact in its 2026 Best Colleges in the U.S.
Read more on our U.S. News Rankings and Wall Street Journal Rankings.
Commencement 2026
Can't make it to campus to celebrate this year's commencement ceremonies? Support your favorite graduate virtually by watching all three ceremonies live. Livestreaming begins 30 minutes prior to the start of each ceremony.Law Commencement - May 16 at 10 a.m.
Pharmacy Commencement - May 17 at 9 a.m.
Undergraduate/MSA Commencement - May 17 at 2 p.m.
Point your compass toward your dream
Adventure Awaits. Discovery Awaits. Your future awaits at Ohio Northern University –
the place to find True North!
ONU leads in student engagement – internships, research, jobs and grad school.
Graduates enjoy superior outcomes when it comes to success and satisfaction. You can land a dream job, attend first-rate graduate schools, command excellent salaries and become entrepreneurs and leaders. A national student engagement survey shows that ONU students exceed the national average of senior students who participated in high-impact practices (HIP): learning communities, service-learning, research with faculty, internship or field experiences, study abroad, and culminating senior experiences.
Learn About Distinctly ONU
By the numbers
There are lots of things we want you to know about Ohio Northern, but here are a few to get you started.
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13:1 Student-faculty ratio
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21 Average class size
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95% Of 2025 graduates reported having a job or entered graduate school within 6 months of graduation
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$32,500 Average financial aid award
News
ONU Law: A National Leader in Trial Advocacy
U.S. News ranks the Pettit College of Law among the nation’s best for 2026.
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ONU announces its 2026 commencement speakers
Commencement ceremonies will be held May 16-17.
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The power of giving back
ONU Alumna and Chair Emerita Pam Hershberger joins the OFIC Hall of Excellence.
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Bringing stars to ONU
Master classes offer ONU theatre students a backstage pass to the professional world.
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Northern Poll: Ohioans prioritize political civility despite future uncertainty
Ohioans find political incivility unacceptable but differ on optimism for the future.
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Finding his footing, engineering his future
Corbin Hibler named a 2026 Goldwater Scholar.
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Improving efficiency, one cup at a time
ONU engineering students partner with Graphic Packaging International to automate a high-speed production challenge.
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ONU earns 2026-27 Military Friendly® Schools Designation
Honor recognizes ONU’s commitment to helping veterans achieve their educational aspirations.
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Cedar Point Day 2026
Take advantage of special group pricing at Cedar Point this summer as part of ONU Cedar Point Day…
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Polar Bear Club Celebration of Athletics Golf Outing
REGISTER Save the date and make plans to join…
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Frequently Asked Questions
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ONU offers a personalized, high-impact learning experience. With a 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio and small class sizes (around 21 students), you’ll build strong relationships with professors and gain hands-on experience early.
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ONU offers 50+ programs across five colleges. These include fields like engineering, business, pharmacy, law, and the arts and sciences—giving you flexibility to explore your interests and career goals.
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Graduates see strong career results. About 95% of students are employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation, showing a strong return on investment.
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ONU is more affordable than many families expect. The average financial aid award is around $32,500, and many students receive scholarships and need-based aid to reduce costs.
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ONU offers a close-knit, supportive campus community. Located in a small town, the university emphasizes student involvement, leadership opportunities, and strong connections with peers and faculty.
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ONU is consistently ranked among the top colleges in the Midwest. It has been recognized for best value, strong salary outcomes, and overall academic quality, helping students feel confident in their investment.
