The Ohio State University
At The Ohio State University, we welcome you to be part of the Buckeye campus community.
We understand you don’t want just any university. You want THE university that’s right for you. There’s a reason why Ohio State is a leading university and the #1 university in Ohio. Here you can achieve your goals doing what you love.
You’ll have:
Apply today!
We understand you don’t want just any university. You want THE university that’s right for you. There’s a reason why Ohio State is a leading university and the #1 university in Ohio. Here you can achieve your goals doing what you love.
You’ll have:
- THE opportunities to get involved in what matters most to you. You can customize your academic experience with your personal interests.
- THE support you need, when you need it. You'll connect with faculty, staff and students you can relate to — and who share a genuine desire to help you succeed.
- THE experiences that enable you to stand out. You'll gain practical skills, build a network of mentors, and have opportunities to meet the nation's top employers and gain real-world experience.
Apply today!
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Academic programs
- Design
- Engineering
- Research
- Science
- Technology
- Liberal Arts
- Business
- Education
- Nursing
- Communication
- Music
- Art & Design
- Economics
- Finance/Accounting
- Government/Political Science
- Health Science
- Performing Arts
- Social Science
- Visual Arts
Student experience
- Athletics
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Disability Services
- Greek Life
- Intramural/Club Sports
- Military/Veteran Services
- On-Campus Housing
- ROTC Program
- Study Abroad
- Undergraduate Research
Application information
First-year
Apply as a first-year student if you will soon be a high school graduate who has never enrolled at a college or university. (Don’t count college classes you may have taken in high school.)
November 1 is key!
November 1 is key!
- We must receive your complete application by November 1 if you wish to be considered for most university merit scholarships.
- And if you wish to be considered for Honors and Scholars Programs, the Morrill Scholarship Program, and College of Engineering majors, we strongly recommend meeting the November 1 deadline.
Transfer
Students interested in transferring to Ohio State should not use the Common Application. Please head over to undergrad.osu.edu/transfer for a link to our transfer application. There you’ll find deadlines, requirements and enrollment criteria for your major.
P.S. A third of the undergraduates who received a bachelor’s degree from Ohio State last year were transfer students. Regardless of where you started college, you can graduate a Buckeye!
P.S. A third of the undergraduates who received a bachelor’s degree from Ohio State last year were transfer students. Regardless of where you started college, you can graduate a Buckeye!
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Additional information
Scholarships and financial aid: Ohio State is committed to initiatives that help make a world-class education affordable and accessible, including offering a full range of financial aid options. Whether it’s scholarships, grants, work-study, or federal or state aid, Ohio State connects eligible students and their families with financial aid that helps with the cost of college.
Remember:
Remember:
- First-year students admitted to the Columbus campus for autumn semester are automatically considered for most merit scholarships if we received your complete application by our November 1 early action deadline (larger awards require additional steps; see meritawards.osu.edu).
- To receive the most financial aid, file the FAFSA and apply for scholarships at ScholarshipUniverse by Ohio State's priority financial aid deadline (get details).
Visit us
There is so much here to love. And there’s no better way to get to know Ohio State than to visit. Schedule an Admissions Overview and Tour to hear from current students about their Ohio State experience, explore our beautiful campus, learn more about the admissions process, and get answers to your questions.
The Ohio State University is ranked No. 1 among Ohio publics and No. 15 among all publics in U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 edition of "America’s Best Colleges."