- 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. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
School Highlights
University of Rio Grande serves 2,258 students (57% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the state community college average of 31:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 38%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 2,258 students
- Acceptance Rate: 75%
- Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
- Minority enrollment: 30%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
University of Rio Grande ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 116 teachers has declined by 33% over five years.
University of Rio Grande
(OH) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Master's Colleges and Universities II
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Colors
Red and White
Total Faculty
116 staff
24 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of University of Rio Grande has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 has increased from 10:1 over five years.
The University of Rio Grande diversity score of 0.48 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,258 students
612 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
31:1
# Full-Time Students
1,292 students
342 students
# Part-Time Students
966 students
270 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
152 students
354 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,267 students
342 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
25 students
16 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
770 students
356 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
196 students
4 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
560 students
425 students
% Hispanic
1%
6%
% Black
3%
16%
% White
70%
62%
% Non Resident races
12%
1%
% Unknown races
13%
8%
Diversity Score
0.48
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
34%
24%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,200
$31,000
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
91%
Median Debt for Graduates
$18,500
$18,562
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,625
$6,516
Acceptance Rate
75%
75%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Bevo Francis, basketball star -
- Daniel P. McCarthy, philanthropist -
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of University of Rio Grande?
The acceptance rate of University of Rio Grande is 75%, which is equal to the state average of 75%.
Who are famous alumni from University of Rio Grande?
University of Rio Grande famous alumni include: Bevo Francis, basketball star and Daniel P. McCarthy, philanthropist.
What is University of Rio Grande's ranking?
University of Rio Grande ranks among the top 20% of community college in Ohio for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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