The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH | osu.edu
Founded in 1870, The Ohio State University is a land-, sea-, and space-grant institution located in Columbus, the capital of Ohio. OSU offers students over 200 majors and boasts a 94.1% freshman retention rate. Students study abroad in over 200 programs offered in 50 countries and attend any of the 36 career fairs to build their pathway for the future. Rooted in strong campus tradition, students cheer on or represent the Buckeyes through 71 NCAA teams, 58 competitive sport clubs, and numerous other intramural events. With over 500,000 living alumni, Buckeyes are well connected no matter where their degree takes them. Located 2.5 miles north of downtown Columbus, students can easily access the Short North entertainment district, and various internship and employment opportunities, parks, and bikeways.
Representatives
Cassandra Flores-Montano
CA Regional Recruitment Manager
(614) 688-0304
flores-montano.1@osu.edu
Based in San Diego, CA
Details
Institution Type
Public
Campus Setting
Urban
Closest Airport (Distance)
CMH (9 mi)
Enrollment (Undergrad / Total)
44,494 / 63,692
Average Class Size
30
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
18:1
Student Population
(Out of State / Diverse / Intl)
23% / 26% / 7%
Athletics Division
Division I
Athletics League
Big 10
Mid-Range ACT / SAT
28 - 33 / 1330 - 1460
Average GPA
No Answer
GPA Consideration (W or UW)
Admission: Weighted
Scholarships: Weighted
Applications / Admits (Admit Rate)
76,755 / 35,538 (46%)
Deposits
9,230
Applications Accepted
Common App
Application Information
Test Optional? Yes
Demonstrated Interest? No
Rolling Admission? No
Admission Interview? No
Need-blind Admission? Yes
WUE Tuition Exchange? No
CA Specific Scholarships? Yes
Freshman App Deadlines
Early Action: Nov 1
Regular Decision: Feb 1
Transfer App Deadline
Fall: May 1
Spring: Nov 1
Merit-Based Scholarship Consideration is Evaluated From
The Admission Application
Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Freshmen
Nov 1
Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Transfers
N/A
Link to Scholarship Info
go.osu.edu/scholarshipinfo
Points of Pride
Students can create their own major with the Personalized Study Program (PSP) in the College of Arts and Sciences.
First Year Experience (FYE), learning communities, and undergraduate research programs have all been named among the nation’s exemplary programs leading to student success, according to U.S. News and World Report.
Campus Pride considers us a top 30 LGBTQ+ friendly college, earning five out of five stars.
