In our 250+ academic programs, you can expect challenging coursework, exciting research and creative activity and real-world experience to help realize your potential.
The OHIO International Experience
With a 200+ year tradition of academic excellence and more than 100 years of experience welcoming international students, Ohio University can help you design an educational experience that meets your personal and professional goals. Studying at OHIO will provide you with a lifetime of benefits and a global network of alumni support.
Being a Bobcat
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Student Life
Develop connections, explore new interests and build your personal Bobcat network. Our Division of Student Affairs offers countless resources to support your well-being and help you get involved on campus and engage with our local communities.
Your Future is Waiting — Apply Now!
The Common Application is now open! Apply now to begin your forever OHIO journey.
Virtual Tour
You can take a virtual tour of our beautiful campus in multiple languages or download the mobile app on your phone.
A Day in the Life
@officialohiouniversity Deborah James is an OHIO International Student and Global Ambassador from Welwyn Garden City, England. 🏴 Follow along a day in her life as a Biological Sciences Wildlife and Conservation major! #OhioUniversity #ForeverOHIO #Vlog #DayInTheLife #DayInTheLifeVlog #InternationalStudent #WildlifeConservation #STEM #WomenInSTEM #Biology #BiologyMajor ♬ original sound - Ohio University 😸
@officialohiouniversity Javier Serrano is an OHIO International Student and Global Ambassador from Quito, Ecuador. 🇪🇨 Follow along a day in his life as a Chemical Engineering major! #OhioUniversity #ForeverOHIO #Vlog #DayInTheLife #DayInTheLifeVlog #InternationalStudent #STEM #Engineering #EngineeringStudent #EngineeringMajor #ChemicalEngineering #ChemicalEngineeringStudent #ChemicalEngineeringMajor ♬ original sound - Ohio University 😸
@officialohiouniversity Tyrone Oppon is an OHIO International Student and Global Ambassador from Frankfurt, Germany. 🇩🇪 Follow along a day in his life as a Sport Management major! #OhioUniversity #ForeverOHIO #Vlog #DayInTheLife #DayInTheLifeVlog #InternationalStudent #SportManagement #SportManagementDegree #BusinessStudent #BusinessDegree ♬ original sound - Ohio University 😸
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International Student and Scholar Services
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) helps with immigration matters, acts as a liaison with sponsoring agencies and foreign governments and provides information on campus and community services. ISSS offers walk-in appointments with an advisor.
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Current Student Perspectives
Ohio University’s global ambassador team is a dedicated group of international undergraduate students who are eager to discuss life at OHIO and share their experience with you.
Top 100
Ranking among public universities
250+
Active patents worldwide
R1
'Very high research activity' classification in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education
Best
college campus in Ohio
Important Dates
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Housing Contract Open
Beginning December 1, 2025
Submission of the housing contract and deposit confirms your intent to enroll at OHIO in fall 2026.
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Why OHIO Wednesdays - Webinars
November & December 2025
Join us this fall for Why OHIO Wednesdays, a webinar series specifically for international students.
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Take a virtual tour of Ohio University to learn more about our campus, residences, athletic facilities, and more.