Ashland University is a private institution located in Ashland, Ohio. Founded in 1878, it operates as a nonprofit university affiliated with the Brethren Church. Private universities like Ashland rely on tuition, donations, and endowments rather than state funding.
The university offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across various disciplines. As a private entity, it has greater autonomy in curriculum design and admissions policies compared to public universities. Ashland is known for its small class sizes and personalized education approach, typical of many private institutions in the United States.
