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University of Rio Grande

Rio Grande, OH·Private nonprofit·795 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. graduation rate is below 40%; freshman retention is below 65%. a private nonprofit school with 795 students.

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795
Students
$29,541
Net Price
32%
Grad Rate
$36,700
Earnings
10 yr
$11,750
Debt

About This School

University of Rio Grande is a private nonprofit institution located in Rio Grande, Ohio with approximately 795 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $29,541 per year. The graduation rate is 32%, and the typical graduate earns $36,700 within 10 years of enrollment.

The University of Rio Grande and Rio Grande Community College is a private university and public community college merged into one institution in Rio Grande, Ohio, United States. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).

The numbers tell a mixed story here — a 32% graduation rate means fewer than 1 in 3 students who start actually finish, and median earnings of $36,700 a decade out make the $29,541 annual net price a tough sell. The relatively low median debt of $11,750 is a genuine bright spot, suggesting those who do graduate aren't buried in loans. Worth considering only if you have a specific reason to attend — a program you can't find elsewhere, strong local ties, or financial circumstances that make it your best realistic option — but go in with eyes open about the completion and earnings data.

Founded
1974
Setting
Distant rural
Conference
River States Conference

Popular Programs

Health Professions48%
Business & Marketing13%
Education10%
Computer Science3%
Psychology3%
Biological Sciences1%
Visual & Performing Arts1%
Engineering1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Bernie Bickerstaff

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$20,560
Out-of-State Tuition
$20,560
Avg Net Price
$29,541
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants36%
Median debt at graduation$11,750

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
32%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
64%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$36,700
after enrollment
Median Debt
$11,750
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$11,750
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$30,600
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$36,700
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.1x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White64%
Black5%
Hispanic/Latino1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (795 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

University of Rio Grande

218 N College Ave

Rio Grande, OH 45674

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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