Financial Aid & Scholarships

Making an ODU Education Affordable

A degree from Ohio Dominican University is your first step to living a life with purpose and passion. So let’s make this happen, affordably. Let’s work together so you can make the best investment in yourself and your future. You are worth it.

We work to match students with the financial assistance programs – scholarships, grants and/or loans – that help you the most.

  • 100% of our full-time, undergraduate students received some form of financial assistance in 2022-2023
  • More than $32 million was awarded to our students from university, federal, state and private resources
  • All first time freshmen are considered for Ohio Dominican Merit Scholarships
  • Our 4-year Merit scholarships range from $56,000 to $84,000; with Honors scholarships ranging from an additional $1000 per year up to the full cost of tuition!

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Types of Financial Aid

ODU offers many types of financial aid, some based on need, others on merit.

Types of Aid

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How to Apply

Applying for financial aid at ODU is easy and we'll help you every step of the way.

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Financial Literacy

We are dedicated to helping students and families succeed financially.

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Need to talk to someone about your financial aid?

Call the Office of Financial Aid at (614) 251-4778 or email us at finaid@ohiodominican.edu.

 

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The Net Price Calculator is designed to help first-time college students understand the costs of attending Ohio Dominican University and to estimate your financial aid options. This calculator will determine an estimate of your ODU Merit scholarship, and other federal, state and institutional grants and loans. Athletic scholarships are not included in this calculator, but may be awarded at the discretion of each sport's coaching staff.

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The Net Price Calculator is designed to help transfer students understand the costs of attending Ohio Dominican University and to estimate your financial aid options. This calculator will determine an estimate of your ODU academic scholarship and other federal, state and institutional grants and loans. Athletic scholarships are not included in this calculator, but may be offered at the discretion of each sport's coaching staff.

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