Catholic Dominican university in Columbus offering 51 majors and NCAA Division II athletics.
Ohio Dominican offers 51 undergraduate majors and 9 graduate degree programs grounded in the Catholic liberal arts tradition. The university emphasizes intellectual, spiritual, and professional growth through its Dominican mission to contemplate truth and share its fruits. All students complete a Core Curriculum exploring fundamental questions about the human person, society, justice, and truth. The university maintains small class sizes to support student success.
The 75-acre urban campus is located minutes from downtown Columbus, providing students access to career opportunities and entertainment. Residential life, campus ministries, clubs, and organizations create a close-knit community. The university emphasizes peace and justice through service opportunities, including community engagement in Columbus and service trips nationally and internationally. Athletics compete in NCAA Division II with 14 varsity sports.
Ohio Dominican welcomes undergraduate, graduate, transfer, international, and military/veteran students. The university offers online degrees and programs alongside traditional on-campus education. Admissions counselors work with prospective students through campus visits and personalized outreach. 99% of traditional full-time undergraduates received financial assistance in 2025–26.
The Career Development Center provides comprehensive support including career coaching, resume assistance, internship placement, and access to corporate partner networks. The university operates The Charles School, a public charter high school enabling students to earn up to 62 college credit hours and/or an associate degree tuition-free while completing high school.