Introduction and Overview

Shawnee State University is a public comprehensive university in Portsmouth, Ohio, USA. It was founded in 1986 and is the southernmost member of the Ohio University System. The campus covers an area of ​​62 acres, about 250,000 square meters.

History

Its roots can be traced back to 1945, when Ohio University established an academic center in Portsmouth. In 1985, Ohio House Speaker Vern Reeve proposed the creation of Shawnee State University. In 1986, the proposal was passed by legislation and signed into law by the governor.

School Strength

Faculty: The teacher-student ratio is 12:1.

Teaching Achievements: The school offers 70 There are multiple associate, bachelor and master degree programs, covering majors such as nursing, business administration, sociology, etc. Its Clark Memorial Library is one of the founding members of the Ohio Library Alliance, providing teachers and students with a vast amount of book resources.

Course settings: In addition to the above majors, it also includes courses in many fields such as occupational therapy, communication, biology, computer engineering technology, etc.

Institutional nature

Public comprehensive university.

Educational philosophy

Student-centered, committed to providing highly personalized, affordable and accessible education, and preparing students for future careers and lives.

Key disciplines and departments

Key disciplines include nursing, business administration, biology, etc. No clearly divided departments were found, but from the perspective of professional settings, it covers multiple disciplines such as arts and humanities, health care, natural sciences, and business management.

Ranking

In the 2024 "U.S. News & World Report", the school ranked 133rd among Midwestern regional universities, 46th among the best public schools in the Midwest, and 85th among the best performers in social mobility.

Expenses

According to the fall 2022 data, in-state tuition and fees are 9622 $16,157 for in-state students, $11,966 for room and board.

Campus Environment

The campus is located in downtown Portsmouth and has 28 buildings, including facilities such as the Clark Memorial Library. The school also offers on-campus English as a Second Language programs for international students.