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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.

    Academics and Majors
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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.

    Campus Life
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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.

    Involvement

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Freshman Resources

 

Freshman Class Profile

The following items indicate the average ranges of the middle 50 percent of our fall 2021 freshman class in a variety of academic areas:

  • Top 12-44% of their graduating high school classes
  • Average composite ACT score of 22-27*
  • Average combined SAT score of 1090-1280 (math + evidence-based reading and writing)*
  • Average high school grade point average of 3.59 (on a 4.0 scale)


*Beginning with the 2021 class, test score values only reflect scores that were used in admissions decisions.

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
E.W. Scripps School of Journalism

Important Dates

  • OHIO Showcase

    May 13, 2022

    Prospective first-year students and their families can register now for these fun one-day events and get the scoop on life at OHIO.

  • Bobcat Student Orientation

    Beginning February 1

    Don't forget to sign up for Bobcat Student Orientation, which is required for incoming first-year and transfer students.

  • Ensure Final Transcripts Are Sent to OHIO

    June 30, 2022

    Request that your final transcripts be sent to Undergraduate Admissions.

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