Niche, a website, released its 2018 college rankings, of 4-year and 2-year colleges nationwide. Ohio Northern was named one of the best private colleges in Ohio.

Niche analyzed 3,461 colleges to create rankings for several aspects of campus life, including academics, student life and value. Their rankings are based on analysis of academic, admissions, financial aid, and student life from the U.S. Department of Education along with reviews from students and alumni.

The department of art and design offers the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees with several major programs of study including advertising design, art education, graphic design, studio arts, and pre-art therapy.

ONU students in the department gain practical experiences through internships, exhibitions, student teaching, study abroad, workshops, conferences, and practicums that provide hands-on learning.