Urbana University

Founded in 1850, Urbana University was laid in-part by John Chapman, better known as "Johnny Appleseed."  It was the second institution in Ohio to admit women.  The campus is comprised of 128 acres on the southwest edge of the city of Urbana.  

Top-notch education in a personalized setting

Enrollment is roughly 1,500 students, with nearly 90% of undergraduates receiving some sort of financial aid.  A recent student census noted attendees from 18 other states and 8 countries.  Average class size is 16 students; 74% of Urbana University professors hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree.

Undergraduate degrees/programs of study include:  Accounting, Biology, Business Administration
Communications, Computer Information Systems, Criminal Justice, Education, History, Mathematics
Nursing (BSN Completion), Philosophy & Religion Studies, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology and Sports and Health Studies
 
Urbana University is a provisional member of the NCAA Division II for the men's and women's athletic teams. Scholarships are available for all intercollegiate and club team sports.  The university sanctions team events in 9 sports and offers an intramural program in basketbaal, flag football, volleyball and softball.

For more information visit www.urbana.edu

Fast Facts

Champaign County is conveniently nestled in the heart of west central Ohio.

  • Established in 1805
  • 30 miles from Columbus or Dayton; 10 miles from Springfield
  • Serviced by U.S. Routes 68 and 36; within 15 miles of Interstates 70 and 75
  • Blend of service, retail, manufacturing and agricultural businesses
  • Miles of bike trails, hiking trails, rivers and wooded area wind its way through the county
  • Population approximately 39,800; 428 square miles
  • Quaint shopping, dining and art/antique shops
  • Home to Warren Grimes the "father of aviation lighting"
  • Well-known Champaign Countians include: William Saxbe, Clancy Brown, Johnny Appleseed and A.B. Graham
  • Airport: Grimes Field (General Aviation)
  • Home to Urbana University
  • Destinations: Simon Kenton recreation trails, Cedar Bog, Ohio Caverns, Johnny Appleseed Museum, Mad River, Champaign County Fairgrounds, Kiser Lake State Park