2024 Best Colleges for Sports Management in Ohio

• Columbus, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.91 out of 5  5,779 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 5,779 reviews

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 57%

• Net price $19,474

• SAT range 1250-1440

• 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+

• Acceptance rate 79%

• Net price $16,684

• SAT range 1020-1210

• Berea, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.58 out of 5  1,067 reviews

Sophomore: The community within Baldwin Wallace is the best. Everyone, staff, and students, are so charming to one another. Walking down the street, just about everyone will smile or wave at you. It was a bit difficult to make friends at first, but I found that simply getting involved and attending different activities hosted by various clubs and groups was a fantastic way to get out and meet new people. I do have a bit of an issue with certain offices responding to emails, and parking for freshmen is a nightmare. But nonetheless, I could not have picked a better university to spend the next 4 years at!... Read 1,067 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 79%

• Net price $26,577

• SAT range 1040-1250

• Bluffton, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.61 out of 5  335 reviews

Senior: Very good community of students, lots of chances for involvement. Very knowledgeable and approachable faculty, faculty and staff work well with schedules of athletes. Nice facilities for a small campus.... Read 335 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 75%

• Net price $21,239

• SAT range 840-1050

• Cincinnati, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.65 out of 5  392 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 392 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 63%

• Net price $17,142

• SAT range 990-1140

• Alliance, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.49 out of 5  1,151 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 1,151 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 80%

• Net price $23,750

• SAT range 980-1180

• Oxford, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.7 out of 5  3,373 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 3,373 reviews

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 89%

• Net price $24,616

• SAT range 1160-1370

• 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

• Acceptance rate 81%

• Net price $29,933

• SAT range 1130-1330

• 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

• Acceptance rate 84%

• Net price $32,370

• SAT range 1090-1280

• Defiance, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.46 out of 5  192 reviews

Freshman: The professors were great they helped you whenever they could. They were very understanding and got to know you on a personal level. Class sizes were smaller, but helped because you really got the necessary connection needed to succeed! Food wasn’t the best, but had alternative options on campus. Smaller campus with little walking distance! Dorms were clean up to date and roomy!... Read 192 reviews

• grade C

• Acceptance rate 62%

• Net price $24,369

• SAT range 860-1110

• Marietta , OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.66 out of 5  384 reviews

Senior: Marietta College is a place to grow. People are largely incredibly friendly, including faculty and staff on campus. Everywhere you go, you will know someone and be able to say hello. Student life could be improved - more personalized events and activities that are just more in touch with the current student body. A lot of events have been downsized since COVID, obviously, but even pre-COVID events felt out of tune. Education-wise, you will be challenged, but you will also be cared for. Professors look out for you and are almost always willing to work with you if you have fallen behind or are having a hard time in general. Mental health services could be better, but the ladies in H&W are amazing. All in all, a solid college experience.... Read 384 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 83%

• Net price $21,384

• SAT range 950-1190

• Columbus, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.61 out of 5  300 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 300 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 54%

• Net price $20,772

• SAT range 1000-1140

• Cincinnati, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.74 out of 5  4,054 reviews

Graduate Student: As a current graduate of the University of Cincinnati, I am ecstatic to share my overwhelmingly positive experience! The university's commitment to academic excellence and supportive faculty truly stood out during my time there. The diverse and vibrant campus community fostered a welcoming environment, encouraging collaboration and cultural enrichment. Cutting-edge research opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities further enriched my learning journey. UC's emphasis on practical skills and real-world applications prepared me for a successful career ahead. I am forever grateful for the lifelong friendships and professional networks I developed. Without a doubt, the University of Cincinnati is an exceptional institution that has empowered me to achieve my dreams!... Read 4,054 reviews

• grade A minus

• Acceptance rate 85%

• Net price $20,827

• SAT range 1150-1350

• 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

• Acceptance rate 89%

• Net price $20,496

• SAT range 1070-1290

• Painesville, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.48 out of 5  195 reviews

Sophomore: I am a transfer student, and during my short time at Lake Erie, everyone has been extremely helpful and nice. I had a really hard time getting help at my last school, and it made my academics hell. All workers know what is going on and care about their students.... Read 195 reviews

• grade C

• Acceptance rate 55%

• Net price $21,347

• SAT range 920-1130

• 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

• Acceptance rate 86%

• Net price $21,650

• SAT range 1030-1160

• Ada, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.59 out of 5  605 reviews

Freshman: I am currently a freshman at Ohio Northern University majoring in exercise physiology. First time coming to campus was a great experience, I immediately felt at home and loved the people! There is a lot of green space on campus and everything is within a 15 minute walk. Athletic facilities are good, two weight rooms and a cardio room for students to use. Academics are great, professors really care about your success and offer help outside the classroom. Many students play sports on campus, the team environment and coaching staff is wonderful. My favorite part is seeing students pass by one another waving and saying hello, very friendly environment.... Read 605 reviews

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 69%

• Net price $25,006

• SAT range 1090-1300

• Delaware, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.55 out of 5  649 reviews

Graduate Student: I am an international student. My life at Ohio Wesleyan University was great! I remember, as yesterday, when they picked me up from an airport. I guess not many schools do that. The international office was very helpful throughout my life. Since the classes were small, compared to big schools, I was able to get professors' assistanship a lot.... Read 649 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 74%

• Net price $25,522

• SAT range 1210-1390

• 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

• Acceptance rate 78%

• Net price $18,664

• SAT range 990-1200

• Tiffin, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.61 out of 5  672 reviews

Sophomore: I am a commuting student attending at Tiffin University! The College provides a great educational opportunity for those interested in majoring in Criminal Justice or Forensic Psychology. The campus is relatively small and decorated by brick styled buildings. The school has a great program for those who are a part of music, theatre or art. Those interested in neither sports or the arts may be interested in g-sports for which have their own building as well. In regard to music students they have there own designated building for practice much like any other group on campus. The University also has a variety of options open for athletes. There is a turf stadium, grass game field, gymnasium, indoor lifting center, practice track and outdoor grass and turf practice fields. Among these great options there is also a large building with an indoor track and turf. Overall the school has great teachers, clubs and an abundance of opportunities despite the campuses relatively small size.... Read 672 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 74%

• Net price $25,811

• SAT range 860-1063

• Granville, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.5 out of 5  717 reviews

Sophomore: My experience at Denison so far has been amazing! It is a place filled with motivated, fun, and smart people who push me to be the best student and person. The classes are thought-provoking and challenging, but taught by thoughtful and caring professors. The classes are challenging in a rewarding way and there are handfuls of people here to help. Outside of the classroom, there are countless amounts of clubs and organizations to get involved with which is a great way to meet new people, especially upperclassmen. There is always a multitude of things going on on campus, so I am never looking for things to do. Also, if I do want to get off campus, the village of Granville is a beautiful and homey place to spend time and Columbus is just a 25-minute drive and has so many fun things to do. Overall, my time at Denison has been super positive, and challenging, and I'm super grateful to be a student here.... Read 717 reviews

• grade A minus

• Acceptance rate 28%

• Net price $38,833

• SAT range 1230-1430

• Westerville, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  715 reviews

Junior: The faculty at Otterbein University is amazing. The professors are passionate about teaching students so that they will succeed in whatever feild they go into. Otterbein also has so many opportunities for students to get involved. As a transfer student, finding a group to beling to at school was a little difficult at first. Staff members went out of their way to help me get involved! I came from a predominately online based university, so learning in person is also one of the perks for me. If you want to meet great people, learn from professionals, and be offered resources from student mentors to help you get to where you want to go... Otterbein is for you.... Read 715 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 83%

• Net price $22,138

• SAT range 1010-1220

• Cedarville, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.96 out of 5  1,230 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 1,230 reviews

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 62%

• Net price $25,380

• SAT range 1120-1350

• Wilmington, OH•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.69 out of 5  494 reviews

Senior: Wilmington College is a small private school, allowing students to have personal connections with the staff and students that are around the campus. Students have a more opportunities to be involved in groups and not feel overwhelmed by a bunch of people being in one area at once. Wilmington College does a fine job at keeping the students all on the same page as to new events happening around campus and great new ways to be involved. Some changes I would like to see happen is that for many of the sciences there are not many opportunities when it comes to experiencing the science fields outside of the college campus. I would like to see Wilmington College apply there biology students by taking them out once in a while to different places to explore their options after graduation.... Read 494 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 87%

• Net price $22,372

• SAT range 960-1150

• 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

• Acceptance rate 70%

• Net price $21,190

• SAT range 1050-1250