College of Arts & Sciences
We educate the artists, musicians, writers, doctors, teachers and scientists of the future.
EXAMINE THE FACTS
With our distinctive combination of professional and liberal arts education, the Getty College of Arts & Sciences is ready to welcome you!
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95% Placement Rate (2024)
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38 Majors to choose from
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21% Students active in ONU athletics
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90% of students receive scholarships
Create Change. Make A Difference.
Students who choose The Getty College of Arts & Sciences share a passion and commitment to improving our local and global communities. Make a difference from your first day “on the Tundra” – empowered by signature learning experiences, not only in your studios and laboratories, but also through field experiences and study abroad adventures. Personalized mentoring and advising offered by our dedicated staff and faculty will connect you with a vibrant network of Polar Bear alumni. Come explore our community of thriving artists and musicians, communicators and policy makers who deepen our connections to people and cultures, teachers who create our future one student at a time, and scientists and healthcare professionals who improve the quality of our lives. We are excited to meet you!
–Dr. Stacey Lowery Bretz, Dean for The Getty College of Arts & Sciences
REACH FOR YOUR DREAM CAREER
With an Arts & Sciences education, you’ll be ready: ready to enter the working world with all the knowledge, experiences and skills to be successful; ready to be a lifelong learner, creative problem-solver and independent thinker; and ready to make meaningful contributions to your chosen field, your community and the world.
Being at ONU has given me the opportunity to engage with all my passions on my terms.Storm Matthews, creative writing major
What are the last great areas of discovery?
Maybe you’re interested in pioneering genetic breakthroughs in the biochemistry lab. Maybe you wish to create masterpieces of modern art. Maybe you’re not sure, but you know it involves helping people. In the Getty College of Arts & Sciences, we’ve built an environment where you can explore your passions, work with talented professors and pursue what excites you most.
One College, Three Distinctive Schools
School of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
If you have big dreams, start your journey here. The School of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences produces creative achievers, critical thinkers, problem solvers, and difference makers. Here you can explore all your interests and forge genuine relationships with professors, peers, and alumni who will guide your future. You’ll encounter new ideas and meet interesting people, with abundant opportunities to travel, research, perform, and create. Select the School of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences in Programs of Study.
School of Health, Life Sciences, and Education
If you want to impact lives, start your journey here. The School of Health, Life Sciences, and Education produces tomorrow’s leaders in healthcare, education, science, research, and environmental issues. Your professors will encourage you inside and outside the classroom and open doors for your future. You’ll learn by doing in real-world settings, gaining practical skills to allow you to contribute to a better world on day one. Select the School of Health, Life Sciences, and Education in Programs of Study.
School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
If you want to tackle problems and harness technology, start your journey here. The School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences produces in-demand mathematicians, chemists, scientists, researchers, and skilled professionals in construction and manufacturing. Small classes and individualized attention from caring professors will enable you to thrive and grow personally and professionally. You’ll master your subject area with rigorous academics and labs, and through internships, field work, travel, and regional and national competitions. Select the School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences in Programs of Study.Estimate your total cost to attend Ohio Northern University
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Dr. Thomas Barbee
Retired Senior Research Associate, ExxonMobil CorporationMr. James Cates
Retired Senior Executive, I.B.M. CorporationMrs. Stephanie (Spirer) Crandall
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Unscripted TV Executive/ProducerMr. R. Scott Miller
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Director of Operations and Adult Education, Wayne County Career CenterMr. Steven K. Nord
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Medical Physicist, Universal Consultants Inc.Mr. Michael Roediger
Director and CEO, Dayton Art InstituteMr. Mark Schloemer
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Reach Past your Limits and Discover Unlimited Possibilities
If you’re ready to lead, you’ll find the opportunity here. And if you’re eager to learn, you’ll find a setting that prepares you for success. Hands-on learning, internships, mentorships and student-guided research projects are essential parts of every Polar Bear’s journey through the College of Arts & Sciences.Success is yours to create. We’ll help you shape it.