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The value of an ONU degree is more than a promise; it’s a proven outcome. Maintaining a long-standing tradition of excellence, the Class of 2025 hit the ground running with a 95% placement rate in top-tier careers and graduate programs within just six months of graduation.

This success is underpinned by an impressive 97% response rate, ensuring the data reflects a comprehensive picture of graduate achievement.

The results were even more pronounced in the Raabe College of Pharmacy, which achieved a 98% placement rate. The academic caliber of these graduates is further highlighted by a 96.1% NAPLEX pass rate, ranking ONU #1 in Ohio and within the top 10% of pharmacy programs nationally.

According to ONU President Melissa J. Baumann, Ph.D., these outcomes serve as a powerful testament to the exceptional return on investment of an ONU education, as recent alumni immediately begin making a mark in their chosen professions or in graduate school.

The consistent success if fueled by a dedicated network of faculty, staff, and alumni who go above and beyond to help students discover their passions and forge meaningful professional connections.

Additionally, ONU’s high impact learning provides students with real world skills that make them industry ready. Through transformational experiences—such as internships, research projects, study abroad, travel, and competition teams—students develop essential skills in communication, teamwork, critical thinking, and leadership, setting them apart in their fields.

ONU’s Polar Career Center helps students navigate the daunting job search process, with services include resume-building assistance, salary negotiating tips, LinkedIn navigating, Career Fairs, self-branding pointers, and career assessment tools.

Read more about the graduate outcomes for ONU’s Class of 2025.