Ohio State University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Ohio State University
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Ohio State University is a large public university located on an urban campus in Columbus, Ohio. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 45,728, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 51%. The university offers 169 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 88%, and a student-faculty ratio of 16:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $11,936, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $36,173.
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- #1 Ranked in Best Colleges in Ohio
- #3 Ranked in Best Online Dental Hygiene Programs of 2024
- #9 Ranked in Best Actuarial Science Programs
- #10 Ranked in Best Public Administration Programs
- #11 Ranked in Online Master's in Engineering Programs
- #12 Ranked in The Best College for LGBTQ+ Students In Each State
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankRequired to be considered for admission
Letter of recommendationNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile27-32
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1330-1480
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
61k
Students enrolled
63%
Online student enrollment
16:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
46%
Unknown
2%
Black
6%
Hispanic
4%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
5%
Asian
7%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
14% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
34
Total Online Enrollment
37,533
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.63% online, 37% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
92% On-campus
8% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates19% online
Associate50% online
Bachelor's1% online
Graduate Certificate40% online
Master's14% online
Doctorate1% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $11,936 | $36,173 |
| Graduate | $12,515 | $40,245 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,030 |
| On-campus room and board | $13,966 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,334 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $11,952 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $2,558 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $2,558 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $29,266 | $53,503 |
| Off-campus without family | $27,476 | $51,713 |
| Off-campus with family | $15,524 | $39,761 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
17%
State Grant Aid
11%
Institution Grant Aid
63%
Pell Grant
14%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$20k
Average student debtafter graduation
$42k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Diving
- Fencing
- Football
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Other Sports
- Rifle
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
- Field Hockey
- Rowing
- Softball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields. | |||
| 2 | Architecture And Related Services. | |||
| 3 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 4 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 5 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 7 | Communications Technologies/Technicians And Support Services. | |||
| 8 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 9 | Education. | |||
| 10 | Engineering. | |||
| 11 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 12 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 13 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. | |||
| 14 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 15 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 16 | History. | |||
| 17 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 18 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 19 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 20 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 21 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 22 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 23 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 24 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 25 | Psychology. | |||
| 26 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 27 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 28 | Transportation And Materials Moving. | |||
| 29 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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