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Ohio State University

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Ohio State at a Glance

University Hall

University Hall
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Location:
Columbus, OH
Setting:
Large city
Control:
Public
In-State Tuition:
$9,420
Out-of-State Tuition:
$22,251
Room & Board:
$10,164
Full-Time Undergrads:
37,865
Part-Time Undergrads:
3,484
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School Website:
www.osu.edu
Admissions Website:
www.osu.edu/futurestudents
Financial Aid Website:
www.sfa.osu.edu
Application Deadline:
February 1
Acceptance Rate:
62 %
Admission Difficulty:
Average
Average SAT Scores:
1670–1990
Average ACT Scores:
26–30

Best Things

  • Football Saturdays
  • Michigan Week and jumping into Mirror Lake
  • The Oval when it's nice and sunny out
  • Parties
  • More best things . . .

Worst Things

Most Popular Majors

Tags: Traditional Colleges and Universities, Tuition: $20K-30K, Student Body: 30000+, Ohio, Large city, Bachelor's (4-year), Master's, Doctoral, Certificate

Overall ExperienceWhat's This?

There is a reason the Buckeye Nation is considered to be so devoted; an overwhelming love for OSU is evident in student responses, and in the loyalty of alumni to their alma mater. Each person has his or her own reasons for loving the University, and there are quite a few of them. Some students feel that the academics are top-notch and have found exactly the programs they wanted; others lean toward the athletic success of the Buckeye teams, while some just feel that the friendships and bonds they have made are enough to make their tenure at OSU worthwhile. At any rate, everyone can agree that being a Buckeye creates a special bond between you and nearly 50,000 other students, which you will carry with you for the rest of your life.

Once you get past the sheer size of the University, it will really become a second home. After only a quarter of classes, you won’t be able to cross the Oval without seeing someone you know. Ohio State is truly the smallest large university you will find. The people are known for their friendly attitudes, and alumni are scattered across the nation. If you choose to go to OSU, you’re choosing a school with a name that’s well known, both in the workplace and in the college community. Few students ever regret their time at Ohio State, and most consider their college experience to be among the best offered in the Big Ten and the country.

Ohio State Student Reviews

Overall Experience at Ohio State University

mfortson10

Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences '16

3.8
B+

Not Too Bad, Depending

I really like the spirit that is seen on campus not only by the students, but also by staff and loyal alumni. However, I am in a health care field which requires a lot of science. I feel that the science curriculum is weak and sets a lot of students up for failure. Also the campus I feel is too big. You can meet someone then never see them ever again that same year. Also if you planned on making friends in class, don't bet on it. Most classes are 40+ and it's hard to meet class mates. Most of your friends will be people from clubs/activities, your dorm and if your lucky, smaller seminar classes. If you have the option to do Honors/Scholars programs apply! There are so many perks, just go to the website and check them out.

May 01, 2012

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Overall Experience at Ohio State University

anthony555

Aviation Management and Operations '15

4.6
A

OSU

great campus, everyone is friendly. a lot of things to do, great gym, swimming pool, weight room, rock climbing, etc... a lot of extracurricular activities. beautiful campus. good amount of time to finish homework, however procrastination would be really bad, less free time, hard time catching up, stressful (source: experience)

Feb 21, 2012

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Overall Experience at Ohio State University

adamscottonamc

Design and Visual Communications '14

4.6
A

Profs Are There for Me (Seriously)

I am in the industrial design program, and All the students and faculty are always super-helpful and constantly encouraging me to more than I thought. Even outside of classes. I don't know how other departments are in this area, but I absolutely love and would recommend it to friends and family.

May 09, 2011

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