University of Rio Grande - Rio Grande, OH
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The University of Rio Grande is a small, private liberal arts college int he southeastern part of Ohio.
Waymark Code: WMC5H5
Location: Ohio, United States
Date Posted: 07/28/2011
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Rio Grande University was originally founded in 1873 as a training ground for Baptist ministers and teaches, and now occupies a campus of 190 acres in the rural farmland of southeastern Ohio, offering a wide variety of academic programs to 2,300 students. There are academic programs in the nursing and allied health fields, technology and communication, and education among others, and a unique Welch studies center. It is no longer affiliated with the Baptist church. The school maintains a faculty to student ratio of 1:15, and maintains a vigorous athletic program, especially in basketball and soccer.
Name: University of Rio Grande
Location/Address:
218 N. College Ave.
Rio Grande, OH United States
45674
Phone Number: 800.282.7201
Web Site: [Web Link]
Type of School: Undergraduate School (usually four years)
School Affiliation: Private -- Independent
Date Founded: September 13, 1876
Enrollment: 2,300
Nicknames/Mascots: Red Storm
School Colors: Red, White, and Columbia Blue
Location of GPS Coordinates: Main entrance
School Motto: Not listed
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