OHIO Discovery Day is an in-person visit program in the fall designed for prospective first-year students and their families. At OHIO Discovery Day, visitors will hear from current students, meet with admissions representatives, learn more about their academic interest area, tour the OHIO campus and more.
Visiting OHIO
Visiting OHIO
Experience OHIO for Yourself
It's easy to see the beauty of our campus in photos across our website, but nothing compares to how it feels to breathe in the fresh air of fall and see the colorful leaves tumble across the bricks while crossing College Green, or taking in a spring sunset while enjoying the magic of the Cherry Blossom trees along the Hocking River. What are you waiting for? There are so many experiences waiting for you in Athens — register for the campus visit that works best for you to get started!
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Special Visit Programs
Special visit programs offer unique opportunities to get a sneak peek into life at OHIO. If you're a prospective first-year or transfer student or a high-achieving high school senior, you'll want to check out these options! Can't make it to campus? No problem — join us in a city near you to learn about life as a Bobcat. Check back often, because we add new options regularly!
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Daily Campus Visits
Daily campus visits offer the flexibility to explore OHIO on the date that works best for you. Personalize your visit by scheduling a time to meet with a representative from an academic college while you're on campus.
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Group Visits
School counselors and community leaders are invited to bring future Bobcats to campus for a group visit! Your students will learn more about OHIO through a group information session with an admissions advisor and a walking tour of our beautiful and historic campus.
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What to Expect On Your Visit
We can't wait to welcome you to campus! Before you arrive, review info about health and safety, parking, transportation, local accommodations and the daily campus visit agenda to make the most of your visit.
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Virtual Options
Unable to visit campus in person? No problem — check out our virtual options to explore OHIO from home!
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Virtual TourEager to tour our campus? We've got you covered! With our self-guided virtual tour, you explore campus, athletics facilities, fine arts facilities and various residence halls. Beautiful imagery combined with campus insights provided by narration, you'll feel as though you're walking through campus with one of our amazing tour guides!
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Why OHIO Wednesdays - International WebinarsJoin OHIO admissions representatives and Global Ambassadors to learn more about being an international student at Ohio University. Each session has a unique theme, so join as many as you would like!
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Financial Aid Advisor Virtual AppointmentsDo you have questions about financial aid or scholarships? Sign up for a 30 minute, 1-on-1 video appointment with a financial aid advisor. You can also contact the Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships at financial.aid@ohio.edu or by calling 740.593.4141 from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Eastern.
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Admissions Advisor Virtual AppointmentsFreshman and transfer students can select a preferred day and time for a 1-on-1 video appointment with an Undergraduate Admissions advisor to discuss applying to OHIO, academics, campus life, transferring credit and more.
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OHIO Online Virtual AppointmentsOHIO Online student can select a preferred day and time for a 1-on-1 video appointment with an OHIO Online enrollment advisor to talk about applying to OHIO, academics, transferring credit and more.
Listen to OHIO
Go beyond the typical college search process by immersing yourself in the OHIO experience through the Bobcat Beats playlist and Why OHIO? podcast!
Discover OHIO through The College Tour
Walk the bricks of Ohio University through The College Tour! Hear the stories of ten involved and successful Bobcats who share what it means to be #ForeverOHIO.
Connect with OHIO's Academic Colleges and Student Services
OHIO's degree-granting colleges serve as a home for academic departments, schools and centers which deliver diverse programs, degrees and majors. Each college has a unique community and culture that will support your personal, academic and professional goals.
Each college offers different visit options, including facility tours and meetings with faculty, staff and current students. Select your college to learn about visit options and choose a time to speak directly with a college representative. You can also join academic colleges and our financial aid, housing and career development experts for a webinar or chat.
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Take a Virtual Tour
Take a virtual tour of Ohio University to learn more about our campus, residences, athletic facilities, and more.