Welcome! Ohio University holds a world of opportunity for students seeking high quality graduate degrees. Please take a moment to see what we can offer you.
Over 200 years of academic excellence
Ohio University was founded in 1804 and is fully accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. U.S. News and World Report ranks us among the top 2% of public universities in the U.S.
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Athens, Ohio is a welcoming community of about 20,000 people and provides a peaceful, safe environment for students. OU has been recognized by The Princeton Review for its high quality of life and “happy students.”
Nationally ranked programs of study with renowned faculty researchers
We grant master's degrees in nearly all our major academic divisions and doctoral degrees in many areas as well. Ohio University programs have achieved numerous top-30 rankings and OU students, faculty and alumni have been awarded 23 Pulitzer Prizes. Research areas like our NanoBioTechnology Initiative, Institute for Sustainable Energy and the Environment, and Structure of the Universe Project have yielded major discoveries with global significance.
A friendly, safe community
The university is located among the beautiful, wooded hills of Athens, Ohio, approximately 120 kilometers (75 miles) from Ohio's state capital of Columbus.
Your ‘home away from home'
Ohio University embraces students from more than 100 countries. International students are an essential part of OU's identity, and your presence and contributions will be valued in the classroom and on campus. You will also have unique opportunities to make life-long friendships with students and faculty from around the globe.
The University provides various support services to assist you in achieving your educational goals and objectives.Numerous active international student organizations sponsor cultural events and activities for the campus and community, allowing you to share your culture and traditions.
Ohio University is a special place--exceptional opportunities, academics, environment and people--the ideal place to pursue a graduate degree—the ideal place for you.
