Athletics
Shawnee State will officially become a member of the MEC in July of 2026, pending its acceptance into the NCAA Division II membership process.
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Collaboration
In response to the community’s need for childcare options, the Community Action Organization of Scioto County (CAO) is developing the CAO Creative Cubs Academy and has been working with Shawnee State University to transfer the Children’s Learning Center operation to this new childcare center.
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Innovation
Shawnee State University has been named for the 15th consecutive year to The Princeton Review’s Top Undergraduate Schools for Game Design. SSU was ranked #15 on the overall list, #2 in the Midwest, and #1 in Ohio.
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Collaboration
Shawnee State University has partnered with Adena Health to address the growing demand for healthcare professionals in our region. Together, we'll bring new opportunities for students in health fields right to Adena’s PACCAR Medical Education Center in Chillicothe.
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Shawnee State is a student-focused public university offering a highly personalized, affordable, and accessible education.
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Our school is the right mix of size and opportunity. At Shawnee, you have the resources and faculty you need to pursue your dream — without feeling like a number.
Your path to success looks different than any other student's. Let's work together to get to know your interests, set goals, and find a program that's right for you. You'll feel confident and excited to start your time at Shawnee.
That means we consider the skills that help you find the right job after college and set your coursework so that you're prepared. We also anticipate the future needs of your career path so you can be ahead of the curve.