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The OHIO Freshman Experience

At Ohio University, you will join a 217-year tradition of academic excellence. You will also find a close-knit college community and a wide array of opportunities to get involved. Discover who you can be at OHIO!

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Life at OHIO

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    Focus on Academics

    In our 250+ academic programs, you can expect challenging coursework, exciting research and creative activity, strong support services, and real-world experience to help realize your potential.

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    Living on Campus

    At OHIO, your residence hall is a place to live, learn, and grow. We're committed to your health and safety, scholarship, student development, citizenship, and diversity -- right where you live.

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    Getting Involved

    From club sports to community service, you can choose your own way to get involved in one of OHIO's 650+ student organizations.

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Getting Started

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Freshman Resources

 

Freshman Class Profile

The following items indicate the average ranges of the middle 50 percent of our fall 2020 freshman class in a variety of academic areas:

  • Top 13-45% of their graduating high school classes
  • Average composite ACT score of 21-26
  • Average combined SAT score of 1050-1230 (math + evidence-based reading and writing)
  • Average high school grade point average of 3.58 (on a 4.0 scale)

Honors and Scholars at OHIO

Find out how the honors and scholars experiences at OHIO go above and beyond to challenge and support you.
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Many Credits Transfer

Ohio University recognizes several kinds of transferable credits, including those from other institutions and exam credit.

Transfer Your Credits

98%

Freshmen who receive financial aid

$0

Tuition increase over four years

12

OHIO Fulbrights (2021)

Top 10

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Important Dates

  • Housing Contract Open

    Beginning December 1, 2021

    Submission of the housing contract and deposit confirms your intent to enroll at OHIO in fall 2022.

  • FAFSA First-Priority Receipt Date

    January 15, 2022

    Some federal and institutional aid is limited. File your FAFSA as soon as possible to be considered for these priority awards.

  • Rolling Admission Deadline

    February 1, 2022

    First-year applications are reviewed and OHIO admission decisions are released on a rolling basis.

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