Ohio State University-Lima Campus Cost & Financial Aid Information

$13,086
Average Net Price
70%
Receive Aid
33%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Ohio State University-Lima Campus is $13,086 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$13,086

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$9,465
$30,001-48,000$9,790
$48,001-75,000$11,823
$75,001-110,000$15,421
$110,000+$16,878

Financial Aid

Ohio State University-Lima Campus demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 70% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 33% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

70%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

33%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $9,212 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $34,718. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $11,612, which is 48% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $9,212

Out-of-State: $34,718

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$9,212
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$24,412

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$9,212
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$23,912

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$34,718
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$49,918

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$34,718
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$49,918

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$9,212
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$12,912

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$34,718
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$38,918

Cost Analysis

Analyze how LIMA's costs have changed over time. Over the past year, Ohio State University-Lima Campus has decreased costs by $1,074, representing a 7.6% reduction in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$14,160

Current Year

$13,086

Change

$-1,074

Affordability & Value

Ohio State University-Lima Campus is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Very Affordable

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid70%
Pell grant recipients33%
Student-faculty ratio17:1