Ohio State University
Founded 1870
President Ted Carter (President)
Fees USD 12,485
Acceptance Rate Selective (20–50%)
Campus Setting Urban
The Ohio State University (OSU) is a public research university founded in 1870 in Columbus, Ohio. One of the largest universities in the United States with 60,000+ students, Ohio State is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU) and ranks among the top 25 public universities in the US. Ohio State is famous for the Buckeyes football program, the 107,000-seat Ohio Stadium (“The Horseshoe”), and world-class research across medicine, engineering, and agriculture.
Colleges and Schools
- Fisher College of Business — Top-25 business school; exceptional accounting and finance
- College of Engineering — Top-20 engineering school; aerospace, chemical, and electrical
- Moritz College of Law — Top-30 US law school
- College of Medicine — Wexner Medical Center; top-30 medical school
- College of Veterinary Medicine — Top-5 vet school in the US
- Max M. Fisher College of Business — Strong MBA programs
How to Apply
- Application: Common App | Acceptance Rate: ~54% | In-State Tuition: ~$12,485
Key Deadlines
- Priority: November 1 | Regular: February 1