2024 Best College Food in Ohio

• Dayton, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.89 out of 5  1,456 reviews

Senior: Oh, my time at the University of Dayton was simply unforgettable! From the moment I stepped foot on campus, I knew I was in for an amazing college experience. Go Flyers! One of the first organizations I got involved with was Phi Chi Theta, the premier business and economics fraternity. Another significant role I held on campus was serving on the University Hearing Board. As a board member, I participated in student conduct hearings, where we strived to create a supportive and educational environment while upholding the university's code of conduct. Academically, the University of Dayton provided an excellent learning environment. The professors were approachable and genuinely invested in their students' success. Overall, my college experience at the University of Dayton was a whirlwind of growth, learning, and camaraderie. The memories I made and the skills I developed during my time there continue to shape my journey beyond graduation.... Read 1,456 reviews

• grade A

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 81%

• Net price $29,933

• SAT range 1130-1330

• Ashland, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.71 out of 5  791 reviews

Sophomore: I genuinely love attending AU. Everyone, including the professors, is so welcoming and puts emphasis on you as an individual. The professors want to and try to build genuine connections with their students. This being said, each student is assigned to a faculty advisor in their program after their freshman year, which establishes more personal connections. The class sizes are not so small that you feel uncomfortable, but small enough that you don't feel like a number. I wouldn't trade attending Ashland for the world!... Read 791 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 70%

• Net price $21,190

• SAT range 1050-1250

• Columbus, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.91 out of 5  5,777 reviews

Sophomore: Ohio State University is a college that focuses on job opportunities and athletics, and its degree requirements for students reflects that. Many professors are either very professional or have no teaching experience whatsoever, and it is a guess as to which one you'll receive half of the time. Campus events and community are great though, and there are plenty of groups to get involved with if you're interested in any subject. Although there are some instances of crime around campus, very rarely does any serious crime happen on campus grounds. The university has plenty of support and equipment for athletes as well, so if you are interested in any form of athletics, feel free to enroll into The Ohio State University!... Read 5,777 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 57%

• Net price $19,474

• SAT range 1250-1440

• Youngstown, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.53 out of 5  1,435 reviews

Sophomore: Youngstown State is one of the closest universities to home. It is the most comfortable and affordable choice for many students in my area. As far as it being affordable goes, I am one of many who struggle to get any scholarships through this university. This is my ultimate issue with this school aside from the parking situation. After tearing down a whole parking deck, parking at YSU is very chaotic. Being a school that most students commute to and from, you would thing parking would be a priority. However, finding a spot within a 10-minute walking distance proves to be hard every day. I do think this school does a very good job of being inclusive and trying to get students involved. They host many events in the center of campus which is important and highlights the college experience.... Read 1,435 reviews

• grade B

• grade A

• Acceptance rate 78%

• Net price $12,290

• SAT range 930-1180

• Circleville, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.91 out of 5  463 reviews

Freshman: I have loved my experience with Ohio Christian University, I am an incoming freshman and the beginning college process has been easy for me due to Ohio Christian University's accessible applications and helpful staff. I have been so lucky to have such an experience while applying to college, I am also going to play sports at Ohio Christain University and the journey through that has been very easy, I am quite sure of my decision to attend Ohio Christian University and I am excited for this fall of 2023. Go, Trailblazers!... Read 463 reviews

• grade C+

• grade A minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $22,456

• SAT range —

• Cedarville, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.96 out of 5  1,229 reviews

Sophomore: Cedarville University is the real deal. If you are considering, you should absolutely, 100% go here. You would be surprised how possible that might be, definitely apply! To my experience so far (I have just finished my Freshman year), I would say it was very good overall. I am a Computer Science major, and the school is very hard at first, but you will absolutely get used to it (some majors are easy freshman year though) some not so much. The professors here are so amazing, class was literally my favorite part of the day. All were very willing to help during office hours, and all office hours fit into my schedule. People do get jobs here from what I have heard and seen and internships as well. People here all are ridiculously nice, think the nicest person you know, and that is everyone here. Cedarville is definitely conservative, but not absurdly so. The dress code is reasonable IMO. Lots of great speakers in chapel, school is very Christian, everyday chapel is a lot but good.... Read 1,229 reviews

• grade B+

• grade A minus

• Acceptance rate 62%

• Net price $25,380

• SAT range 1120-1350

• Akron, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.59 out of 5  2,930 reviews

Senior: I am a returning student at The University of Akron. After earning an associate's degree in 2002, I joined the working world. After many, many years away from school, I decided to return for a bachelor's degree. I reached out to an advisor who was extremely helpful. She worked with me to make sure that all of my prior credit hours were applied to my new degree, and worked with me to create a school schedule that would accommodate my full time work schedule. She has been instrumental each semester to ensure that I stay on track to meet my graduation goals! Taking online classes has been much easier than one would expect. All of the professors and instructors are accessible through email, and will meet in person, or teleconference. Email responses are very quick. Everything has made returning to school so much better than I anticipated.... Read 2,930 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade A minus

• Acceptance rate 85%

• Net price $17,443

• SAT range 990-1230

• Athens, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.82 out of 5  3,843 reviews

Sophomore: As a senior in high school looking at colleges, Ohio University wasn’t even on my radar. When I stepped foot on campus for my visit, I knew this was where I’d spend my next four years. OU is a beautiful college with many majors, organizations, and activities that help students with their success. The professors and administration prioritize student’s safety and ensure academic goals are met. Although you’ll never have a dull moment on campus, there are several things to do in the surrounding region. It is located in the beginning foothills of Appalachia inside the eclectic town of Athens with Strouds Run State Park, Hocking Hills, Lake Hope, and many other places and things to enjoy nearby. I am proud to call myself a Bobcat!... Read 3,843 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A minus

• Acceptance rate 89%

• Net price $20,496

• SAT range 1070-1290

• Mansfield, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 4.05 out of 5  137 reviews

Other: Had a great experience with most of my instructors and all of my advisors! I started college during covid and every professor I encountered was incredibly accommodating and knowledgeable about different options. Everyone was very helpful and when ended up transferring out, they made the process incredibly easy.... Read 137 reviews

• grade C+

• grade A minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $15,605

• SAT range —

• Cleveland, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.64 out of 5  1,963 reviews

Freshman: I can't speak for everyone, because this is coming from someone who is getting their Bachelor's in Music Education, but my overall experience in the music program at CSU has been good. There are some negative things, like a professor here or there that is rude/discriminating, or a negative unspoken competition that goes on with other musicians sometimes. But there are good things too! Most faculty are amazing people who push their students to succeed, and the friends you can make here are priceless and I can tell that my new friendships are going to last for a lifetime <3... Read 1,963 reviews

• grade B

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 91%

• Net price $15,517

• SAT range 900-1170

• Alliance, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.49 out of 5  1,150 reviews

Sophomore: As I complete my second year here at the University of Mount Union I have found that this school was a perfect fit for myself as a college student wanting to achieve a higher education. With being a double major, Biology and Psychology I am required to take more credit hours in order to be able to complete the criteria needed for this degree. I have found it easy to navigate my way through sophomore year with the help of the amazing professors and counselors provided on campus. I really enjoy the small class size at the university as I have no trouble when needed to get extra assistance from my professor. If there were to be any change, I think it should be focused on the smaller majors, where the students who are creative need more funding. As a small private school outside funding can help expand students knowledge all around!... Read 1,150 reviews

• grade B

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 80%

• Net price $23,750

• SAT range 980-1180

• Columbus, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.61 out of 5  299 reviews

Sophomore: Ohio Dominican University is an amazing place to help foster growing minds, it is also a very accepting place for everyone no matter our differences. The main thing I love about Ohio Dominican is that the student body is able to create the groups that they are looking for within the school, this makes for finding a place that you can fit in a lot easier. Another thing that is pretty amazing about the Ohio Dominican experience is that the class sizes are on the smaller size which makes it easier for students to get the help that they need on the courses that they are taking, and allows for the professors to give their students their complete attention without them feeling like they're being lost in the crowd.... Read 299 reviews

• grade B

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 54%

• Net price $20,772

• SAT range 1000-1140

• Oxford, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.7 out of 5  3,372 reviews

Alum: Reflecting back on my Miami education, I can honestly say that the Miami network has proven to be more valuable than the education. I have landed offers from companies from the Bay Area to Chicago to Boston on the strength of the Miami alumni network. If you evaluating a school this factor should not be overlooked. My Miami years were among the best of my life, the education and experiences were first rate (including studying abroad), and the friendships have been lifelong. The alumni network has proven priceless as I have sought employment in the years (decades) following my time in Oxford! Love and honor to Miami!... Read 3,372 reviews

• grade B+

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 89%

• Net price $24,616

• SAT range 1160-1370

• Bowling Green, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.72 out of 5  2,615 reviews

Niche User: Bowling Green State University was a wonderful experience for me. I have been on countless college visits, but none of them truly felt like home for me. It is a big university with a small-town feel which was perfect for me. The tour guides are very friendly, personable, and honest. It was nice to hear about everything from the dorm living to the activities around the campus such as their favorite restaurants and what they like to do in their free time. Overall just a great experience, defiantly recommend at the least visiting the beautiful campus. Cannot wait to start next year!... Read 2,615 reviews

• grade B+

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 79%

• Net price $16,684

• SAT range 1020-1210

• Canton, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.57 out of 5  486 reviews

Senior: Malone is a faithfully Christian university with huge strength in the community and faith. It offers courses that will highlight the Christian experiences in many different ways from digging deep into the theology of your faith to expanding your religious horizon. Malone also excels in other areas like its student and faculty body. Though the music department has lost a lot of its students and majors, it is one of the most inspiring and talented sections of Malone. Its choir never disappoints, the band is amazing, and the individual talented artists are mind-blowing. Malone also has an extensive wildlife biology program with its very own petting zoo and aquarium. The animals are taken care of by students and those students are hand-selected by their professors. Another area in which Malone excels - is its student/ professor relations. I have never attended a school where the professors truly loved and cared for both their students and their jobs.... Read 486 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 78%

• Net price $18,664

• SAT range 990-1200

• Portsmouth, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.53 out of 5  624 reviews

Alum: Shawnee State was just beginning to award baccalaureate degrees when I began, but they excelled in recognizing their niche in small-school strengths and provided hands-on counseling as well as quality education that led to a flourishing career in the nuclear field. Their facilities were always safe and clean, with faculty being approachable and engaging in their respective fields of expertise. Their balance when it came to matching the fair amount of liberal arts courses with educational and vocational objectives within my major helped me to reach outside myself through their Capstone initiative, where I not only learned to engage in public speaking, but also branched out into volunteer related endeavors. Shawnee State's location as a river town also provided for the leisure opportunities that alleviated some of those college-life stressors. The connectedness to the community which Shawnee serves provided immediate networking scenarios that led to instant career opportunities.... Read 624 reviews

• grade C

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $14,532

• SAT range —

• Sylvania, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  506 reviews

Sophomore: I would recommend Lourdes to anyone who is looking to get the feel of a big university, but still desires a smaller campus. Professors and advisors work hard to make sure that you succeed as a student. The small classes make it easy to connect with classmates, work one on one with professors, and feel valued as a student. The feeling of community that this univeristy has can not be matched. I have made life long friends and connected with so many new people. Everyone will remember your name, smile at you in the hall, and talk with you. It’s easy to get involved and stay involved. The students, staff, and faculty will build you up and guide you to success!... Read 506 reviews

• grade C+

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 75%

• Net price $19,395

• SAT range 850-1080

• Dayton, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.52 out of 5  1,780 reviews

Junior: Wright State University (Dayton campus) is an amazing institution. It is located in Fairborn, Ohio, and the closest big city is Dayton, although Columbus and Cincinnati are fairly close too. All of the professors I had during one semester there were amazing (majoring in psychology). The campus is beautiful, especially in the fall, and the school has underground tunnels for when it is cold or raining outside. The dorms are close to the campus, and for people with cars, there is parking available. There are a lot of international students. There are a lot of commuter students too, so the events on campus are not visited that much. However, they are awesome! There is a fitness and wellness program, with a swimming pool, group fitness classes, two gyms, and more. Wright State is one of the cheaper universities too, especially for locals. Overall, I would recommend anyone to at least take a tour.... Read 1,780 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 96%

• Net price $14,198

• SAT range 950-1250

• Cincinnati, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.78 out of 5  1,177 reviews

Sophomore: Xavier is a community driven school that prioritizes each of its students. The school has amazing faculty and staff that I was able to connect with and gave great advice about my college career and life thereafter. I was always able to find clubs and after class activities to take part in with friends and always felt included. Overall, I have had a fantastic time at Xavier so far!... Read 1,177 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 84%

• Net price $32,370

• SAT range 1090-1280

• Cincinnati, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.64 out of 5  391 reviews

Sophomore: Mount St. Joseph University is truly one of a kind! Although it is a small school, the students and faculty of the university is phenomenal. I've made so many new connections attending the Mount. If I ever needed assistance for class work, the teachers will always make out time to better your understandings. This university has a special place in my heart, and I wish others will feel the same.... Read 391 reviews

• grade B

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 63%

• Net price $17,142

• SAT range 990-1140

• Columbus, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.82 out of 5  410 reviews

Freshman: My overall experience at CCAD was a wonderful experience. Starting with the classes. The class sizes were small so u got alot of one on one experience and the proper attention when needed. I also liked the fact that every class was based around some sort of art, whether it be math, history science. All of them where art related. I also liked the size of the college and how convenient all my classes were. Everything was within one city block. Dorms, cafeteria, parking, and safety office was all so close. There was really no need to leave campus, but if you did the school is based in the heart of columbus ohio. there was even a art supply store on campus if you needed something without leaving.... Read 410 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 95%

• Net price $20,726

• SAT range 970-1220

• Toledo, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.56 out of 5  2,112 reviews

Freshman: I have loved my time at UT thus far! I live in one of the dorms on campus and the amenities and proximity to everything is wonderful. Toledo gives the big school feel on a small campus and it's so easy to get around the campus to and from my classes. The university also offers help in every area- from success coaches to major advisors to athletic trainers for everyone, there is no possible way to not succeed here!... Read 2,112 reviews

• grade B

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 97%

• Net price $17,764

• SAT range 1030-1280

• Tiffin, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.52 out of 5  287 reviews

Senior: The campus is beautiful with lots of opportunities for everyone. The close atmosphere makes the community feel as if we are one big family. The class sizes are not too large so students can receive one-on-one assistance and relationships with their professors. It tends to get stressful and overwhelming at times, but you will get there anywhere you go. Only one complaint that I have is the times in which classes are given. There are not multiple times for most classes in my licensure so I have overlapping classes at times. Overall I am happy that I choose Heidelberg!... Read 287 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 86%

• Net price $21,650

• SAT range 1030-1160

• Lima, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.91 out of 5  419 reviews

Freshman: UNOH is a fantastic university with so much flexibility and support! Definitely would recommend it to anybody interested in one of the majors that they provide. Wonderful staff and awesome campus, the best of the best!... Read 419 reviews

• grade C minus

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $17,565

• SAT range —

• Kent, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.68 out of 5  4,806 reviews

Freshman: Kent State is an amazing school! They have great club academics and athletics that really cater to anyone's needs or dreams. As a poly science student I have an overwhelming amount of resources that help me in my studies, networking and making myself a better person. At first I had doubt about Kent State due to it living in the shadow of Ohio State University (I live in central Ohio near Columbus for reference.) But I was so wrong. The only thing I will say is that compared to urban universities it lack things to do BUT Kent is considered a suburban area school so for what it is it goes above my expectations overall. If your into off campus parties Kent has a great Greek Life in place and there parties are great. Like a slightly watered down version of Ohio University at Athens frat party.... Read 4,806 reviews

• grade B

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 87%

• Net price $18,947

• SAT range 1000-1210