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Ohio State University

Ohio State University is a large, public institution located in Columbus, oh. Founded in 1870, Ohio State University offers undergraduate degrees in 402 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Public
athletics Division 1
undergraduates 45,140 undergraduates
cost $12,485
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Admissions

Will I get into Ohio State University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 52.7%
SAT score average 1386
ACT score average 29
Average high school GPA N/A
Application fee $60
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! Ohio State University is known for one of its top majors: Finance and Financial Management Services. Their student-faculty ratio is 17:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
17 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Business and Management
Social Sciences and Psychology
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Computer Science and Information Technology
Other
Health and Medical Professions

Popular majors

Finance and Financial Management Services
Psychology, General
Communication and Media Studies
Biology, General
Computer Engineering
Marketing
Accounting and Related Services

Tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $12,485
Additional expenses
Room & board $14,006
Books & supplies $1,012
Other expenses $2,682
Cost of attendance* $30,185
Financial aid package $17,890
Estimated cost $12,295 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $36,742
Additional expenses
Room & board $14,006
Books & supplies $1,012
Other expenses $2,682
Cost of attendance* $54,442
Financial aid package $17,890
Estimated cost $36,552 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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*Cost of attendance is the average expenses including tuition, room, board and other estimated living expenses.

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? Ohio State University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 45,140, with gender binary students split 50% male and 50% female.

Total enrollment

60,046

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
46%
African American %
6%
Hispanic American %
4%
Asian %
7%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
3%
Unknown %
34%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At Ohio State University, students love their Alpha Lambda Delta, student athletes compete in Division 1 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map 190 N. Oval Mall, Columbus, OH 43210
phone 614-292-6446
address www.osu.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Alpha lambda delta

Italian club

Rhythm games club

Integrated business and engineering honors program

Smiles with style

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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about Ohio State University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is Ohio State University?

Ohio State University is located in Columbus, oh.

What is the acceptance rate at Ohio State University? 

The acceptance rate for Ohio State University is 53%.

What’s the average GPA for Ohio State University?

The average high school GPA for Ohio State University students was N/A.

How much does it cost for 4 years at Ohio State University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at Ohio State University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $120,740.

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