by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 3,304 undergraduates in 2020, Shawnee State University is a small, public university located in Portsmouth, Ohio. This is a great opportunity for those who would thrive in a charming, small-town atmosphere. Should you tire of the campus however, Shawnee State University offers a “study abroad” program. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Shawnee State University can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Shawnee State University Guide to Distance and Online Learning.
For more information on policies and accommodations that the university provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Shawnee State University Disability Services.
While not a "service academy", Shawnee State University does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. There is an active student veterans group on campus. For more information on policies related to veterans, you can visit Shawnee State University Veteran Services . For more information, check out our Shawnee State University for Veterans Guide.
For students with young families, Shawnee State University does offer some day care. Programs like this are often in very high demand, so be sure to inquire as soon as you can.
Shawnee State University offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
Shawnee State University has a comparatively small, student body. There were 3,304 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 2,521 (76.3%). Part-time attendance was 783 (23.7%).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 2,521 | 783 | 3,304 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Shawnee State University is less diverse than average in terms of overall diversity. We rank Shawnee State University #2206 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Shawnee State University by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Shawnee State University Diversity Guide.
Shawnee State University has a total of 174 student athletes, 89 men and 85 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
| Total Revenue (all teams) | $1,775,449 |
| Total Expenses (all teams) | $1,775,449 |
| Net | $0 |
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Shawnee State University Athletics