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University of Rio Grande

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale Rural: Distant
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Dormitory capacity 560
Student to faculty ratio 16 to 1
Students retention rate 54%
On-time graduation rate 34%

Located in Rio Grande, Ohio, University of Rio Grande is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

One of the notable aspects of University of Rio Grande is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

University of Rio Grande is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

While the on-time graduation rate at University of Rio Grande is reported to be 34%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For comparison, Ohio state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 35% whereas the national average was 58%.

The retention rate of students at University of Rio Grande is 54% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Ohio is 62%, while the national average is 74%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at University of Rio Grande do not continue their studies after the first year.


  • Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

In-State Tuition & Fees

$20,060

Cost of attendance at University of Rio Grande in 2022 for students from Ohio.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Ohio's average $7,987
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$20,060

Cost of attendance at University of Rio Grande in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Ohio's average $16,946
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 73 of freshman students at University of Rio Grande received on average $6,952 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$6,952
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 80 51% $4,301 $344,107
Other Federal Grant 80 51% $4,625 $370,001
State Grant/Scholarships 10 6% $2,605 $26,051
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 68 44% $5,831 $396,496
Total Grant & Scholarships 114 73% $6,952 $792,548

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of University of Rio Grande students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of University of Rio Grande students is 33.6%. Female students graduated at a rate of 34.9%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 31.3%.

33.6%

  • African American 22.7% 5 students
  • white 34.5% 71 students
  • unknown 38.5% 10 students
  • International Students 40.0% 2 students

Sport Conferences

  • Baseball River States
  • Basketball River States
  • Track and Cross Country River States

Athletic Associations

  • NAIA
    National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)

Service Offerings

University of Rio Grande provides the following additional services to its students
  • On-campus day care for students' children
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

University of Rio Grande offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational
  • Postbaccalaureate Recreational or avocational education

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification

Veteran Services

  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training

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