
Welcome Notre Dame College Students
Ashland University is an official NDC Teach-Out Partner Institution and we're committed to helping you finish your degree. As a smaller private liberal arts university, which is faith-friendly, you'll find plenty to love here:
- Welcoming atmosphere
- 13:1 student-faculty ratio
- 160+ academic programs
- 25 Division II varsity sports teams
- 130+ student-led organizations and clubs
- Award-winning student dining
- 150 acres of beautiful campus

Why Choose AU
- You are guaranteed admission with no application fees.
- 100% of the credits you earned at NDC will transfer to AU.
- You'll receive support throughout the transfer process.
- You'll transition to AU with an individualized plan to complete your degree.
- The cost for tuition and fees will be the same or less than what you pay at NDC.
- You will graduate on time.

NDC Virtual Information Session
Wednesday, May 1 from 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Thank you for your interest in Ashland University! We're excited to be able to serve you and are looking forward to seeing all of you at this event. Highlights of the evening will be:
- Admission presentation
- Financial aid
- Breakout sessions by program with faculty
- Final Q&A after the breakout sessions
We are determined to help every student through this transition process and help you achieve your academic goals.

Degree/Licensure Programs and Modality
Notre Dame College | Receiving Institution | ||
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Degree Program | Modality | Available | Additional Modality / Notes |
Master of Business Administration (MBA) | On Campus | Yes | In person classes on campus in 12-week modality |
Master of Business Administration (MBA) | Online | Yes | Online classes in 8 week format |
Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction | Online | Yes | |
Master of Education in Mild/Moderate Intervention Specialist (K-12) | Online | Yes | |
Reading Endorsement Graduate Certificate | Online | Yes | |
Master of Education with Concentration in Educational Leadership | Online | Yes | |
Master of Education in Reading and Literacy | Online | Yes | M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction w/ Reading and Literacy |
Master of Science in Nursing | Online | No | |
Master of Arts in National Security and Intelligence Studies | Online | No | Graduate Certificate in Criminal Justice Administration |
Notre Dame College | Receiving Institution | ||
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Degree Program | Modality | Available | Additional Modality / Notes |
Bachelor of Arts in Accounting | On Campus | Yes | The corresponding program would be a B.A.B.A. with a minor in accounting. The B.S.B.A. with a major in accounting would require an additional minor. |
Bachelor of Arts in Biology | On Campus | No | |
Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration | On Campus | Yes | |
Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration | Online | Yes | |
Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice | On Campus | Yes | B.S. in Criminal Justice |
Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice | Online | Yes | B.S. in Criminal Justice-Online |
Bachelor of Arts in Cybersecurity | On Campus | Yes | B.A./B.S. in Computer Science, or B.S. in Cybersecurity |
Bachelor of Arts in Cybersecurity | Online | No | |
Bachelor of Arts in Education | On Campus | Yes | P-5 with IS; AYA/Integrated; Science, Math, English Language Arts, Social Studies; Middle Grades; Intervention Specialists; Multigrade Art and Music |
Bachelor of Arts in Education | Hybrid | Yes | Hybrid at Elyria Center (LCCC) – P-5 with IS, Intervention Specialist; Middle Grades |
Bachelor of Arts in Emergency Management and Policy Studies | On Campus | Yes | B.S. in Emergency Management and Homeland Security |
Bachelor of Arts in Emergency Management and Policy Studies | Online | Yes | B.S. in Emergency Management and Homeland Security-Online |
Bachelor of Arts in English | On Campus | Yes | |
Bachelor of Arts in Entrepreneurship | On Campus | Yes | The corresponding program would be a B.A.B.A. with a minor in entrepreneurship. The B.S.B.A. with a major in entrepreneurship would require an additional minor. |
Bachelor of Arts in Finance | On Campus | Yes | The corresponding program would be a B.A.B.A. with a minor in finance. The B.S.B.A. with a major in finance would require an additional minor. |
Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design | On Campus | Yes | B.A./BFA in Fine Art B.S.Ed. in Art Education |
Bachelor of Arts in Healthcare Administration | On Campus | No | We would recommend that the B.S.B.A. in Management would be an alternative degree. |
Bachelor of Arts in Healthcare Administration | Online | No | We would recommend that the B.S.B.A. in Management would be an alternative degree. |
Bachelor of Arts in History | On Campus | Yes | |
Bachelor of Arts in Human Resources Management | On Campus | No | |
Bachelor of Arts in Human Resources Management | Online | No | |
Bachelor of Arts in Intelligence Studies | On Campus | No | |
Bachelor of Arts in Intelligence Studies | Online | No | |
Bachelor of Arts in Legal Studies | On Campus | No | |
Bachelor of Arts in Management Information Systems | On Campus | Yes | The corresponding program would be a B.A.B.A. with a minor in management information systems. The B.S.B.A. with a major in management information systems would require an additional minor. |
Bachelor of Arts in Management | On Campus | Yes | The corresponding program would be a B.A.B.A. with a minor in management. The B.S.B.A. with a major in management would require an additional minor. |
Bachelor of Arts in Marketing | On Campus | Yes | The corresponding program would be a B.A.B.A. with a minor in marketing. The B.S.B.A. with a major in marketing would require an additional minor. |
Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics | On Campus | Yes | |
Bachelor of Arts in Music Entrepreneurship | On Campus | No | |
Bachelor of Arts in Non-Licensure Program (Education) | On Campus | No | |
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science | On Campus | Yes | B.A. in Political Science, B.A. International Political Studies, B.A. in Political Economy |
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology | On Campus | Yes | |
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology | Online | No | |
Bachelor of Arts in Software Development | On Campus | No | B.A. Computer Science |
Bachelor of Arts in Sports Management | On Campus | Yes | The corresponding program would be a B.A.B.A. with a minor in sports management. The B.S.B.A. with a major in sports management would require an additional minor. |
Bachelor of Arts in Strategic Communication and Public Relations | On Campus | Yes | B.A. in Communication Studies |
Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Entrepreneurship | On Campus | No | |
Bachelor of Science in Biology | On Campus | Yes | B.S. in Biology, B.S. in Environmental Science, B.S. in Toxicology |
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry | On Campus | Yes | |
Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science | On Campus | Yes | Limited seats |
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics | On Campus | Yes | B.S. in Mathematics, B.S. in Actuarial Science |
Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science | On Campus | Yes | |
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) | On Campus | Maybe | Must talk to BSN Program |
RN to BSN | Online | No | |
Bachelor of Science in Social Work | On Campus | Yes | |
Bachelor of Science in Social Work | Online | No | |
Associates in Arts in Liberal Studies | On Campus | Yes | A.A. in General Studies |
Associates in Arts in Management | On Campus | No | |
Licensure Areas | |||
Early Childhood Education (Pre-K-5) | On Campus | No | |
Early Childhood Education (Pre-K-5) | Online | No | |
Middle Childhood Education (4-9) | On Campus | Yes | Undergraduate B.S.Ed. |
Middle Childhood Education (4-9) | Online | Yes | Post-bac & MED Hybrid BED @ Elyria Center (LCCC) |
Adolescent/Young Adult Education (7-12) | On Campus | Yes | See integrated |
Adolescent/Young Adult Education (7-12) | Online | Yes | See Integrated |
Integrated Language Arts | On Campus | Yes | B.S.Ed. |
Integrated Language Arts | Online | Yes | Post-bac & MED |
Integrated Mathematics | On Campus | Yes | B.S.Ed. |
Integrated Mathematics | Online | Yes | Post-bac & MED |
Integrated Social Studies | On Campus | Yes | B.S.Ed. |
Integrated Social Studies | Online | Yes | Post-bac & MED |
Life Science | On Campus | Yes | B.S.Ed. Science Education |
Life Science | Online | Yes | Post-bac & MED |
Life Science and Chemistry | On Campus | No | |
Life Science and Chemistry | Online | No | |
Multi-Age Education (K-12) Mild/Moderate Intervention Specialist | On Campus | Yes | Undergraduate BED |
Multi-Age Education (K-12) Mild/Moderate Intervention Specialist | Online | Yes | Post-bac & MED Hybrid BED @ Elyria Center (LCCC) |
Baccalaureate Teaching License Certificate | On Campus | Yes | P-5 with IS |
Baccalaureate Teaching License Certificate | Online | Yes | P-5 with IS available HYBRID offerings at Elyria (LCCC) |
Learn More
Attend an upcoming event
College of Nursing and Health Sciences Open House
May 9, 10 a.m.
1020 S. Trimble Rd., Mansfield
Frequently Asked Questions
Please complete and submit an AU application for admission.
Orientation at Ashland University is a two-part process. All incoming students participate in a Summer Orientation Day (June or July dates available) and Orientation Weekend (August 23-25). You will be able to select your Summer Orientation date upon applying for admission.