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The OHIO Freshman Experience

At Ohio University, you will join a 215-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

  • Focus on Academics

    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.

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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 500 student organizations.

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Getting Started

MANY CREDITS TRANSFER

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

Transfer Your Credits

Freshman Resources

Freshman Class Profile

The following items indicate the average ranges of the middle 50 percent of our fall 2018 freshman class in a variety of academic areas:

  • Top 15-45% of their graduating high school classes
  • Average composite ACT score of 21-26
  • Average combined SAT score of 1080-1250 (math + evidence-based reading and writing)
  • Average high school grade point average of 3.54 (on a 4.0 scale)

Introducing OHIO Honors

New program extends opportunity for an honors experience to students who want to challenge themselves in any major.
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Visit Ohio University

The best way to experience OHIO is to visit our campus. Choose from daily or group visits, or join us for a special visit program designed around your interests.
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95%

Freshman who receive financial aid

$0

Tuition increase over four years

#1

Emerging Entrepreneurship Program

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Important Dates

  • College Experience Days

    October 14, 2019

    These one-day events allow students to explore fine arts, engineering or education.

  • OHIO Goes on the Road

    September-October 2019

    Join us for OHIO Overview in Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati, or Pittsburgh, PA.

  • Freshman Early Action Deadline

    November 15, 2019

    Early action gives fall 2020 applicants priority consideration for direct entry to academic programs, merit scholarship programs, and honors experiences.

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