In our more than 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.
The OHIO Freshman Experience
At Ohio University, you will join a 216-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!
Life at OHIO
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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 from more than 650 student organizations.
Getting Started
Admitted? Make It Official!
The next step for admitted students is to submit the housing contract and deposit (or commuter application).
Visit OHIO
Visit OHIO through in-person visits, sign up for a virtual visit, or take a virtual tour of our beautiful campus.
Freshman Resources
OHIO Honors Program
Find out how much more an honors program can be than a line on a diploma. OHIO Honors lets you dig deeper, experience more in any major.
MANY CREDITS TRANSFER
Ohio University recognizes several kinds of transferable credits, including those from other institutions and exam credit.
95%
Freshmen who receive financial aid
$0
Tuition increase over four years
Educator of the Year
Entrepreneurship (2018)
Top 10
E.W. Scripps School of Journalism
Important Dates
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Submit Housing Contract
May 1, 2021
Submit your housing contract and deposit by May 1 to confirm your intent to enroll at OHIO in fall 2021.
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Sign Up for Bobcat Student Orientation
Beginning February 1, 2021
Virtual and in-person dates for Bobcat Student Orientation in June are now open.