Health and Pharmacy Sciences
Ohio Northern University is an independent comprehensive university in Ada, Ohio, distinguished by nationally ranked academics and a 97% job placement rate. Founded as Northwestern Ohio Normal School 150 years ago by H.S. Lehr, we remain as devoted as ever to developing students who are ready to immerse themselves in high-impact learning, with more than 60 programs to choose from in our Colleges of Arts & Sciences, Business, Engineering, Pharmacy, and Law.
Small university, huge impact
ONU has a rich history of academic excellence, and we’re always evolving to meet society’s ever-changing needs. We’ve most recently been recognized for teaching quality, high graduation rates, commitment to volunteer service, and providing a high return on investment for our graduates.
School of Health & Behavioral Sciences
The School of Health & Behavioral Sciences prepares you to become a highly skilled and compassionate health care professional. Our programs provide a strong foundation in the sciences combined with practical, hands-on experiences. Starting your first year on campus, you’ll spend a lot of time in the lab engaging in experiments and simulations. You’ll work with real patients and lab samples, learning how to think on your feet and refining skills in problem-solving, communication, and teamwork. In addition, you’ll find abundant opportunities for community service, research, travel, and involvement in student organizations. And upon graduation, you’ll be ready to make a difference in people’s lives.
College of Pharmacy
The Raabe (pronounced Ray-Bee) College of Pharmacy prepares leaders and innovators for the profession of pharmacy. Our alumni practice in many different health care, pharmacy, and business settings and are found in boardrooms, C-suites, ICUs, and community pharmacies across the US and throughout the world. A Raabe College education equips students with the knowledge, skills, and tools needed in the rapidly evolving field of pharmacy as well as the soft skills employers demand. The College has outstanding faculty who provide a personalized approach to the education and training of future pharmacists. Our faculty practice in diverse patient care settings, and our rural location and focus on rural health care provides ample opportunities for faculty and students to have an impact on the health of our community. Our faculty’s research allows students to sharpen their problem-solving skills and develop as clinician scientists while studying topics like protecting cardiac muscle during a heart attack, identifying anti-cancer medicines in wild potatoes, and the impact pharmacists can make on the health and wellness of our community. There's no other program like this in the country! Give us a chance to show you why the Raabe College of Pharmacy is right for you.
